Classroom News: Green Up, Buddy Time, and Biography Projects

We have been working hard to finish up our biography choice projects and research.  Students have been reading a variety of texts to explore how and why the person they chose made a change in the world.  They have been working on speeches, plays, posters, and songs to teach others what they have learned.

Last week in math class, students worked in small groups to demonstrate examples of effective strategies for adding larger numbers that they presented to the rest of the class.  Then, they practiced using several of these strategies on on their own to solve number story problems.  

In writing, we are continuing our work on our opinion writing pieces.  Students are writing about favorite characters and books.  They are stating opinions clearly and then describing evidence from the books to support their claims.

Last Friday, we wrapped up our week with some fun activities.  First, we took a walk with our fifth grade buddies.  They showed us some of the flowers they had found during their nature journal work time.  Then, we played on the playground for a few minutes before going back to our own classrooms.

Later in the day, we participated in the school Green Up day activity. We talked about how this project connected with the main questions we have been discussing about how people can make a difference.  It was fun to have time together outside while cleaning up our playground and wooded areas.

Important Reminders and Upcoming Events:
 

ECO Dates:  Thursdays, May 7, 14, and 28

I am planning an ECO field trip to a local pond on Thursday, May 14th.  I am looking for volunteers, especially Level 2 volunteers who can drive students.  A permission slip and chaperone form will be coming home on Wednesday.

 

Thanks to Mrs. Shedd for photos from our nature walk with our 5th Grade Buddies: