*NWEA Testing this week - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
This website is to assist students in remembering assignments and as an aid for parents to be connected with what is going on in the classroom. I update this website weekly and occasionally make changes through out the week. Please do not rely solely on this website as the students are ultimately responsible for writing their assignments in their agenda books.
***************** JuNe 2 - 6 ****************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
Oral Book Report Presentations this week
-Story of the week: Chinese Cinderella (CC) ch. 19-22 - Finishing the book this week and having a test on Friday
-Writing: Journal writing - personal,Literature response to Chinese Cinderella, Write Traits Unit 6 - Conventions, Writing about Max, the dog with atitude
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None this week
Grammar:
Vocabulary Words: We will be discussing words in Chinese Cinderella and Weekly Reader
Homework: (look for updates throughout the week)
M- Have the following completed by Thursday: read ch 19-22, ch 19-22 vocabulary and questions complete, STUDY FOR TEST
T- Have the following completed by Thursday: read ch 19-22, ch 19-22 vocabulary and questions complete, STUDY FOR TEST
W- Have the following completed by Thursday: read ch 19-22, ch 19-22 vocabulary and questions complete, STUDY FOR TEST
TR - Study for Chinese Cinderella Test ch 14-22, bring a book for comfy cozy time
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Unit - My Body and Me
Homework -(Check for updates throughout the week)
M- the following is due on Thursday: Activity 15 analysis questions 1-4 & "Functions of the Human Body Systems" handout (do not need to look up answers for the handout, just take your best guess)
T- the following is due on Thursday: Activity 15 analysis questions 1-4 & "Functions of the Human Body Systems" handout (do not need to look up answers for the handout, just take your best guess)
W- the following is due on Thursday: Activity 15 analysis questions 1-4 & "Functions of the Human Body Systems" handout (do not need to look up answers for the handout, just take your best guess)
TR -
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** MaY 19 - 23 ****************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
Oral Book Report due the week of May 28th. Thursday May 23rd students can work on reports in class.
-Story of the week: Chinese Cinderella (CC) ch.15-16
-Writing: Journal writing - personal,Literature response to Chinese Cinderella, Write Traits Unit 6 - Conventions.
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None this week
Grammar:
Vocabulary Words: We will be discussing words in Chinese Cinderella and Weekly Reader
Homework: (look for updates throughout the week)
M- Finish reading CC ch.15 and answer questions, Be prepared to work on book report in class on Thursday (even if it is rehearsing)
T- Be prepared to work on book report in class on Thursday (even if it is rehearsing)
W- Finish reading CC Ch. 16 and answer questions. Be prepared to work on book report in class on Thursday (even if it is rehearsing)
TR -
F - Be prepare to work on your book report in class on Tuesday - even if you are just practicing your presentation
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Unit - My Body and Me
Homework -(Check for updates throughout the week)
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T-
W-
TR -
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** ApRiL 28 - May 1 ****************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
Oral Book Report due the week of May 28th. Book needs to be approved by Monday April 21st.
-Story of the week: Finishing Literature Circles (LC) and moving on to Chinese Cinderella
-Writing: Journal writing - personal, LC,Literature response to Chinese Cinderella Write Traits Unit 6 - Conventions. Scribble Writing
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None this week
Grammar:
Vocabulary Words: We will be discussing words in Chinese Cinderella and Weekly Reader
Homework: (look for updates throughout the week)
M- Your best LC Journal entry typed due Thursday, Scribble Writing due next Tuesday
T- Your best LC Journal entry typed due Thursday, Scribble Writing due next Tuesday, Chinese Cinderella Ch 2-3 vocabulary
W- Your best LC Journal entry typed due Thursday, Scribble Writing due next Tuesday
TR - Friday is comfy cozy reading day ***Bring your biography/autobiography to get some reading done!, Your best LC Journal entry typed due Thursday, Scribble Writing due next Tuesday
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Unit - Levers and Pulleys
A Science Fair Project for some extra credit has been assigned. The extra credit will count for the third trimester. PROJECT DUE MAY 5th.
Homework -(Check for updates throughout the week)
* * * Quiz on Friday - Pulleys
**** Unit Test on Monday or Tuesday of next week
M- Read "Pulleys" page 16-17 and write 7 facts about pulleys
T- study for quiz
W- study for quiz
TR - study for quiz
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** March 31 - April 4 ****************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
NEW BOOK REPORT COMING HOME THIS WEEK
-Story of the week: Literature Circles (LC)
-Writing: Journal writing - personal and LC, Write Traits Unit 5 - Sentence Fluency. Working on a new essay this week
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: List 21
Grammar: None this week
Vocabulary Words: We will be discussing words in the LC Books and Weekly Reader
Homework: (look for updates throughout the week)
M- Spelling Packet Due Thursday, Spelling test Friday, LC reading and job due Tuesday, LC Journal due Thursday, Wednesday & Friday are comfy cozy reading days, choose 3-5 topics to write about for your essay
T- Spelling Packet Due Thursday, Spelling test Friday, LC reading and job 3 due Next Tuesday, LC Journal due Thursday, Wednesday & Friday are comfy cozy reading days,
W- Spelling Packet Due Thursday, Spelling test Friday, LC reading and job 3 due Next Tuesday, LC Journal due Thursday, Wednesday & Friday are comfy cozy reading days,
TR –Spelling Packet Due Thursday, Spelling test Friday, LC reading and job 3 due Next Tuesday, Friday is comfy cozy reading day
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
We are coming to the end of the "Forces that cause Motion" unit.
A Science Fair Project for some extra credit has been assigned. Students must have their questions picked out by Friday Jan 25rd. The extra credit will count for the third trimester
Homework -(Check for updates throughout the week)
**** Test will probably be next Tuesday
M- Period 3 - Read "Do Animals Use Magnetism?" write whether you think they do or not...a few sentences
T- Period 1 - Read "Do Animals Use Magnetism?" write whether you think they do or not...a few sentences
W- Study Guide Due Monday, Read about Electromagnetism p.80-84 in the textbook and answer the questions on page 84-due Friday
TR - Study Guide Due Monday, Read about Electromagnetism p.80-84 in the textbook and answer the questions on page 84-due Friday
F- Study Guide Due Monday and study for test
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** March 17-20 ****************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: Literature Circles (LC)
-Writing: Journal writing - personal and LC, Write Traits Unit 4 - Word Choice
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: List 20
Grammar: Rule 20 - Commas and Colons
Vocabulary Words: We will be discussing words in the LC
Homework: (look for updates throughout the week)
M- Grammar page 81, Weekly Reader due Thursday, Spelling Packet Due Wednesday, Spelling test Thursday, LC reading and job due Tuesday
T- Grammar page 82, Weekly Reader due Thursday, Spelling Packet Due Wednesday, Spelling test Thursday, LC reading and job due Tuesday
W- Study for Spelling Test
TR –
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
We have begun our second unit "Forces that cause Motion". A Science Fair Project for some extra credit has been assigned. Students must have their questions picked out by Friday Jan 25rd. The extra credit will count for the third trimester
Homework -(Check for updates throughout the week)
M- Finish Magnetism packet, Quiz on Wednesday or Thursday
T- Finish Inside a Magnet packet, Quiz on Wednesday or Thursday
W- Quiz Wednesday or Thursday, Read and answer questions about William Gilbert
TR -
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** February 25-29 ****************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: Senor Coyote and the Tricked Trickster
-Writing: Persuasive Writing, Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 4 - Word Choice
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None
Grammar: Rule 22 - Quotations
Vocabulary Words: We will be discussing words in the folk tales & fables we read this week and next
Homework: (look for updates throughout the week)
M- Folk Tale Test on Wednesday, Persuasive writing due on Wednesday
T- Folk Tale Test on Wednesday, Persuasive writing due on Wednesday, Misspelled spelling words 10 times each (list 19), Grammar page 89
W-
TR –
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
We have begun our second unit "Forces that cause Motion". A Science Fair Project for some extra credit has been assigned. Students must have their questions picked out by Friday Jan 25rd. The extra credit will count for the third trimester
Homework -(Check for updates throughout the week)
M- Finish Electric Current packet
T- Quiz (series, parallel and short circuits) on Friday, Electricity Test Tuesday
W- Quiz (series, parallel and short circuits) on Friday, Electricity Test Tuesday
TR - Electricity Test Tuesday
F- Electricity Test Tuesday. Read pages 60-66 in "Electricity and Magnetism" Complete the packet and study guide.
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** February 19-22 ****************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: Senor Coyote and the Tricked Trickster
-Writing: Persuasive Writing, Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 4 - Word Choice
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None
Grammar: Rule 16 - Prepositions and Prepositional Phrases
Vocabulary Words: We will be discussing words in the folk tales & fables we read this week and next
Homework: (look for updates throughout the week)
M-
T-
W-
TR – Re-read "The Ant and the Dove" and "He Lion, Bruh Bear and Bruh Rabbit"
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
We have begun our second unit "Forces that cause Motion". A Science Fair Project for some extra credit has been assigned. Students must have their questions picked out by Friday Jan 25rd. The extra credit will count for the third trimester
Homework -(Check for updates throughout the week)
M-
T-
W- Lesson 8 - Post Lab questions 1-3
TR-
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** January 28-February 1****************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: We will be discussing Fables and Folk Tales and starting centers either this week or next
-Writing: Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 4 - Word Choice
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: List 17
Grammar: Rule 15 - Adverbs
Vocabulary Words: We will be discussing words in the folk tales & fables we read this week and next
Homework:
M- Spelling Packet Due Thursday & Spelling Test on Friday
T- Spelling Packet Due Thursday & Spelling Test on Friday
W- Spelling Packet Due Thursday & Spelling Test on Friday
TR – Spelling Test on Friday
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
We have begun our second unit "Forces that cause Motion". A Science Fair Project for some extra credit has been assigned. Students must have their questions picked out by Friday Jan 25rd. The extra credit will count for the third trimester
** Our 1st Quiz will be Wednesday and our Test will most likely be Friday.***
Homework
M- Study & Complete Review Sheet (except for students in Period 1 and in Mr. Rispoli's homeroom - They will have it tomorrow night instead)
T- Study
W- Study
TR- Study
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** January 22-25 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: We will be discussing folk tales and starting centers either this week or next
-Writing: Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 3 - Voice
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None - We will be picking up with spelling again next week
Grammar: Rule 14 - Comparative and superlative adjectives
Vocabulary Words: We will be discussing words in the folk tales we read this week and next
Homework:
M-
T- Weekly Reader due on Thursday
W- Weekly Reader due on Thursday
TR –
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
We have begun our second unit "Forces that cause Motion". A Science Fair Project for some extra credit has been assigned. Students must have their questions picked out by Friday Jan 25rd. The extra credit will count for the third trimester
** Our 1st Quiz will be the beginning of next week and our test will be mid to late week.***
Homework
M-
T-
W-
TR-
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** January 14-18 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
Window Pane Project was assigned for AWIT. Due date either Friday Jan.18th or Tuesday Jan.22nd
....individual student choice
-Story of the week: A Wrinkle in Time (AWIT) Ch. 12
*** Test on Thursday****
-Writing: Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 3 - Voice
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None
Grammar: Rule 14 - Comparative and superlative adjectives
Vocabulary Words: From AWIT chapters 11-12
Homework:
M- Bring Materials for Window Pane Project to school next Tuesday and Thursday (we will work on the projects in class), AWIT Test on Thursday including CH 11-12 vocab
T- Bring Materials for Window Pane Project to school next Tuesday and Thursday (we will work on the projects in class), AWIT Test on Thursday including CH 11-12 vocab
W- Bring Materials for Window Pane Project to school next Tuesday and Thursday (we will work on the projects in class), AWIT Test on Thursday including CH 11-12 vocab
TR – AWIT Test on Thursday including CH 11-12 vocab
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
We have begun our second unit "Forces that cause Motion" next week. A Science Fair Project for some extra credit has been assigned. Students must have their questions picked out by Wednesday Jan 23rd. The extra credit will count for the third trimester
Homework
M-
T-
W-
TR-
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** January 3-4 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
Window Pane Project was assigned for AWIT. Due date either Friday Jan.18th or Tuesday Jan.22nd
....individual student choice
-Story of the week: A Wrinkle in Time (AWIT) Ch. 9
-Writing: Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 3 - Voice
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None
Grammar: Rule 13 - Adjectives
Vocabulary Words: From AWIT chapters 9-10
Homework:
M-
T-
W-
TR – Bring Materials for Window Pane Project to school next Tuesday and Thursday (we will work on the projects in class), AWit ch 7-10 and vocab 9-10 quiz next Thursday, Grammar packet due Monday, Weekly Reader and additional papers due next Wednesday
F - Bring Materials for Window Pane Project to school next Tuesday and Thursday (we will work on the projects in class), AWit ch 7-10 and vocab 9-10 quiz next Thursday, Grammar packet due Monday, Weekly Reader and additional papers due next Wednesday
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
We will begin our second unit "Forces that cause Motion" next week. A extra Credit Science Fair Project will be assigned the beginning of next week. Look for more information coming home.
Homework
M-
T-
W-
TR- Get test Signed
F- Super Science Due Monday, Get test Signed
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in
***************** December 17-21 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
Window Pane Project was assigned for AWIT. Due date will be announced at a later date. It is dependent on how quickly we finish the book.
-Story of the week: A Wrinkle in Time (AWIT) Ch. 8, chapter 7-8 vocabulary quiz Tuesday.
-Writing: Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 2 Organization, Writing piece has been assigned to demonstrate Ideas and Organization. The category is Best and Worst. Ask you child which specific topic they choose.
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None
Grammar: Rule 12 - Possessive nouns
Vocabulary Words: From AWIT chapters 9-10
Homework:
M- Vocab quiz on tuesday & Writing Assignment due on Thursday
T- Writing Assignment due on Thursday
W- Writing Assignment due on Thursday
TR – Writing Assignment due on Thursday
F - Writing Assignment due on Thursday
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
********Unit test next Wednesday, study guide will be handed out mid week....start studying now! ***********
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We are finishing up our lessons on index fossils, geological time including events in earth history. Our last few lessons will be dealing with the rock cycle.
UNIT TEST ON WEDNESDAY!!!!!!!
Homework
M- Study
T- Study
W-
TR-
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***************** December 10-14 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
Window Pane Project was assigned for AWIT. Due date will be announced at a later date. It is dependent on how quickly we finish the book.
-Story of the week: A Wrinkle in Time (AWIT) Ch. 6-7, chapter 5-6 quiz Thursday.
-Writing: Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 2 Organization, Writing piece has been assigned to demonstrate Ideas and Organization. The category is Best and Worst. Ask you child which specific topic they choose.
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: Spelling list 12 with 10 additional words from Ch 5-6 of AWIT
Grammar: Rule 11 - pronouns & antecedents
Vocabulary Words: From AWIT chapters 7-8
Quiz on Next Tuesday
Homework:
M- Weekly Reader and spelling packet (20 points included) due Thursday, Ch 5-6 quiz on Thursday, Finish ch 5&6 questions and summary. Spelling Test Friday
T- Weekly Reader and spelling packet (20 points included) due Thursday, Ch 5-6 quiz on Thursday, Spelling Test Friday
W- Weekly Reader and spelling packet (20 points included) due Thursday, Ch 5-6 quiz on Thursday,Spelling Test Friday
TR – Spelling Test Friday
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
********Unit test next Wednesday, study guide will be handed out mid week....start studying now! ***********
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We are finishing up our lessons on index fossils, geological time including events in earth history. Our last few lessons will be dealing with the rock cycle.
Quiz on Wednesday - What is an index fossil and why are they useful to scientists? Put several earth's events in order & use IF to tell when certain rock layers formed
Homework
M- Study for Wednesday's quiz & Color, Cut and put event cards A and B in order (to the best of your knowledge)
T- Study for Wednesday's quiz and finish picture time line.
W-
TR-
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class
***************** December 3-7 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: A Wrinkle in Time (AWIT) Ch. 5-6. End of novel project will be assigned this week. Due date will be announced at a later date. It is dependent on how quickly we finish the book.
-Writing: Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 2 Organization, Writing piece will be assigned to demonstrate Ideas and Organization.
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: No Spelling this week, Students may get next weeks list towards the end of this week
Grammar: Rule 11 - pronouns & antecedents
Vocabulary Words: From AWIT chapters 5-6
Quiz on Friday
Homework:
M- Weekly Reader due Thursday, Finish reading AWIT ch.5 and complete the summary. Ch 5-6 vocab test Friday
T- Get project papers signed, Weekly Reader due Thursday, Ch 5-6 vocab test Friday, grammar page
W- Weekly Reader due Thursday, Ch 5-6 vocab test Friday, grammar page
TR – Ch 5-6 vocab test Friday, grammar page
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." The students are making their geological time line. It includes the geological time scale (Eras and time periods) and Grand Canyon's rock layers. Next we will be moving on to study index fossils and discover how they help us tell how old a rock layer is.
Quiz on Wednesday - Geological time, figure out which time periods certain rock layers formed in (will have a chart to use), add rock layers to a time line, Unconformity (handout) & dispositional environments
Homework
M- Study for Wednesday's quiz
T- Study for Wednesday's quiz
W-
TR-
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class
***************** Nov.26 - Nov. 30 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: A Wrinkle in Time (AWIT)Ch.4 *** CH 1-4 Test Friday
-Writing: Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 2 Organization
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: List # 10 and Vocabulary words from AWIT ch 5-6. Homework regular packet and 20 points due on Thursday
Grammar: None this week
Vocabulary Words: From AWIT chapters 5-6 and 3-4 quiz on Monday 12/3
Homework:
M- Weekly Reader due Wednesday, Spelling packet & 20 pts due Thursday, AWIT ch 1-4 Test Friday
T- Weekly Reader due Wednesday, Spelling packet & 20 pts due Thursday,AWIT ch 1-4 Test Friday,
W- Spelling packet & 20 pts due Thursday, AWIT ch 1-4 Test Friday
TR – Spelling Test Friday, AWIT ch 1-4 Test Friday
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We have began making a personal time line so we can practice the skills needed to make a geological time line. Later we can apply what we learned to make a time line of the earth's rock layers and geological time scale
Quiz on Friday - Geological time, construction of a geological time line, understanding of geological periods
Homework
M- Finish Personal Time Line including setps 5,6,& 7, h Read "Fossils, Rocks and Time" Write a definition for Era, Eon, Period, and Epoch - due Wednesday. Quiz on Friday
T- Finish Reading "Fossils, Rocks and Time" Write a definition for Era, Eon, Period, and Epoch - due Wednesday Quiz on Friday
W- Quiz on Friday
TR-Quiz on Friday
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class
***************** Nov.13 - Nov. 16 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: A Wrinkle in Time (AWIT)Ch.1-3
-Writing: Journal writing, Write Traits Unit 2 Organization
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None this week
Grammar: Rule 10 - (review 6-10)
Vocabulary Words: From AWIT chapters 1 & 2 (quiz) and starting 3-4
Homework:
M- No School
T- Grammar Quiz Rule 6-10 on Friday, AWIT Ch 1-2 quiz and vocab ch 1-2 quiz on Thursday. Weekly Reader and ch.3-4 vocab due Thursday
W- Grammar Quiz Rule 6-10 on Friday, AWIT Ch 1-2 quiz and vocab ch 1-2 quiz on Thursday. Weekly Reader and ch.3-4 vocab due Thursday
TR – Grammar Quiz Rule 6-10 on Friday,
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We are studying the Principle of Original Horizontality, Uniformitarianism, Depositional environments, Superposition & Formation of Limestone. We also began making a personal time line so we can practice the skills needed to make a geological time line. Later we can apply what we learned to make a time line of the earth's rock layers
Homework
M- No School
T- Quiz Thursday - Limestone formation, depositional environments, superposition. Finish your personal history chart by Thursday
W- Quiz Thursday - Limestone formation, depositional environments, superposition. Finish your personal history chart by Thursday
TR-
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class
***************** Oct. 15-19 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: "Stray" (test beginning of next week)
Book Report: Cereal Box Book Report has been assigned
*Book Approval Monday Sept. 10th
*Finish reading book by Monday Oct.22nd
*Cereal Box and Commercial Due Monday Nov. 5th
-Writing: Journal writing, Beginning the 6 Traits
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: none this week
Grammar: Rule 7 - Verb tense
Vocabulary Words: From "Stray"
Homework:
No Homework due to DSTP
M-
T-
W-
TR –
F - "Stray" Review and Assess questions due Monday (page22). Students will have an opportunity to work on their book reports in class on Tuesday and Thursday of next week. They need to come prepared with supplies.
"Stray" test beginning of next week, Tuesday or Wednesday
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We are now moving on to study sand, weathering, erosion and deposition.
Homework
No Homework due to DSTP
M-
T-
W-
TR-
F- ** Microscope Quiz on Monday 10/22 & Sand Questions due Monday
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class
***************** Oct. 8-12 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: Short Story Play
Book Report: Cereal Box Book Report has been assigned
*Book Approval Monday Sept. 10th
*Finish reading book by Monday Oct.22nd
*Cereal Box and Commercial Due Monday Nov. 5th
-Writing: Journal writing, The writing process & 5 paragraph essay
M- Weekly Reader due Thursday, Study for grammar quiz on Thursday (rule 4&5)
T- Weekly Reader due Thursday, Study for grammar quiz on Thursday (rule 4&5)
W- Weekly Reader due Thursday, Study for grammar quiz on Thursday (rule 4&5)
TR –
F - *** Finish final draft of our short story writing paper and turn it in to Mrs. Beach Monday morning during homeroom *** NO SCHOOL
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We are now moving on to study sand, weathering, erosion and deposition.
Homework
M-
T-
W-
TR-
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class
***************** Oct. 1-5 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: Finishing "The Diamond Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant
Book Report: Cereal Box Book Report has been assigned
*Book Approval Monday Sept. 10th
*Finish reading book by Monday Oct.22nd
*Cereal Box and Commercial Due Monday Nov. 5th
-Writing: Journal writing, The writing process & the 6 Traits of good writing
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling:
Grammar: Rule 4 - Nouns & Rule 5 - Plural Nouns
Vocabulary Words: From "The Diamond Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant
Homework:
M- spelling p 44-45 due Thursday and 46-47 due Thursday
T- spelling p 44-45 due Thursday and 46-47 due Thursday
W- spelling p 44-45 due Thursday and 46-47 due Thursday, & Weekly Reader due Thursday
TR – Spelling test on Friday
F -
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We are now moving on to study sand, weathering, erosion and deposition. We will be having a guest speaker on Tuesday 10/2. He is a Research Engineer with the Delaware Department of Transportation. He works along with the soil scientists whenever there are road projects in the state.
Homework
M- Exploring Earth's Surface Packet and Study Guide due on Wednesday...Test on Thursday
T- Exploring Earth's Surface Packet and Study Guide due on Wednesday...Test on Thursday
W- Exploring Earth's Surface Packet and Study Guide due on Wednesday...Test on Thursday
TR- Fossil packet if you did not finish in class
F-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class
******************** Sept. 17-21******************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: Finishing "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" by Washington Irving & "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calveras County" by Mark Twain
Book Report: Cereal Box Book Report has been assigned
*Book Approval Monday Sept. 10th
*Finish reading book by Monday Oct.22nd
*Cereal Box and Commercial Due Monday Nov. 5th
-Writing: Journal writing, Summary of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" & The writing process
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: None this week
Grammar: Rule 4 - Nouns
Vocabulary Words: From “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calveras County” ** Test on Friday
Homework:
M- Finish Legend of Sleepy Hollow summary & Look up definitions for Sleepy Hollow
T-
W-
TR – Vocab test on Friday & be prepared for Fabulous Friday reading with up to 2 comfy items (ex: small blanket, stuffed animal or pillow) and a silent reading book.
F - Misspelled spelling words 10 times each
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We are beginning to study landforms this week. Expect a quiz and test soon.
Homework
M - Read article - "From the Little Colorado to the Foot of the Grand Canyon" & complete the assignment stated on the back...due Tuesday
T-
W- Vocab. test on Thursday - Investigation 2-3 vocabulary only
TR-
F- Exploring Earth's Surface Packet and Study Guide due on Wednesday...Test on Thursday
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
***************** Sept. 24-28 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: Finishing “The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" by Washington Irving
Book Report: Cereal Box Book Report has been assigned
*Book Approval Monday Sept. 10th
*Finish reading book by Monday Oct.22nd
*Cereal Box and Commercial Due Monday Nov. 5th
-Writing: Journal writing & Summary of "The Monkey's Paw"
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: See List 2
Grammar: Rule 3 - Compound Sentences
Vocabulary Words: From “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”
Homework:
M- Spelling p 28-29 due Wednesday, Grammar Quiz on Friday, "The Monkey's Paw" Questions due Tuesday
T- Spelling p 28-29 due Wednesday,Misspelled words 10 times each
W- Spelling p 30-31 due Thursday
TR – Spelling Test on Friday & Grammar Quiz & be prepared for Fabulous Friday reading with up to 2 comfy items (ex: small blanket, stuffed animal or pillow) and a silent reading book.
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We have begun studying rock samples from the Grand Canyon. Once we have identified them we will be completing a rock correlation between North and Nankoweap Canyons.
Homework
M - Write a journal entry from your point of view (1st Person). Describe what you observed at the Grand Canyon in today, 2007. Include at least 5 facts from “Getting to know the Grand Canyon.” High-light your 5 facts.
T-
W- Grand Canyon correlation questions
TR- Read and complete activity for "From the Little Colorado to the Foot of the Grand Canyon"
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
***************** Sept. 10-14 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: Finishing “The Tell Tale Heart” by Edgar Allen Poe & beginning “The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs
Book Report: Cereal Box Book Report has been assigned
*Book Approval Monday Sept. 10th
*Finish reading book by Monday Oct.22nd
*Cereal Box and Commercial Due Monday Nov. 5th
-Writing: Journal writing & News article for “The Tell Tale Heart”
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: See List 1
Grammar: Subjects and Predicates - Rule 2
Vocabulary Words: From “The Monkey’s Paw”
Homework:
M- Spelling due Wednesday
T- Spelling due Wednesday, Finish “Tell Tale Heart” worksheet, “The Monkey’s Paw” vocabulary definitions. ** Book Fair Tomorrow **
W- Spelling due Thursday
TR – Spelling Test on Friday & be prepared for Fabulous Friday reading with up to 2 comfy items (ex: small blanket, stuffed animal or pillow) and a silent reading book.
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We will begin by learning about observations and inferences and how they are involved in science. A major area of focus is on the Grand Canyon and our adventure will begin there with a virtual tour.
Homework
M-
T-
W- Write a journal entry from John W. Powell’s point of view (1st Person). Describe what you observed at the Grand Canyon in 1869. Include at least 5 facts from “Getting to know the Grand Canyon.” High-light your 5 facts. *****DUE FRIDAY****
TR-
This assignment postponed until Monday night - Write a journal entry from your point of view (1st Person). Describe what you observed at the Grand Canyon in today, 2007. Include at least 5 facts from “Getting to know the Grand Canyon.” High-light your 5 facts.
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
***************** Sept. 4-7 ********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allen Poe
Book Report: Cereal Box Book Report has been assigned
*Book Approval Monday Sept. 10th
*Finish reading book by Monday Oct.22nd
*Cereal Box and Commercial Due Monday Nov. 5th
-Writing: Journal writing
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: Students will get a spelling list almost every week. Spelling tests are on Fridays, and homework is due through out the week. No Spelling this week
Grammar: Types of Sentences
Vocabulary Words: From The Tell Tale Heart
Homework:
M-
T-
W- Finish looking up vocabulary words
TR - be prepared for Fabulous Friday reading with up to 2 comfy items (ex: small blanket, stuffed animal or pillow) and a silent reading book.
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We will begin by learning about observations and inferences and how they are involved in science. A major area of focus is on the Grand Canyon and our adventure will begin there with a virtual tour.
Homework
M-
T-
W- Finish Notes on the Powell Expedition
TR-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
***************** Aug.27-31********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: we will be presenting summer book reports through out the week, and reviewing different forms of literature, and elements of a short story
Book Report: Cereal Box Book Report has been assigned
*Book Approval Monday Sept. 10th
*Finish reading book by Monday Oct.22nd
*Cereal Box and Commercial Due Monday Nov. 5th
-Writing: Journal writing and Bio-Poems
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: Students will get a spelling list almost every week. Spelling tests are on Fridays, and homework is due through out the week. No Spelling this week
Grammar: None this week
Vocabulary Words: May be words from literature we are reading or our spelling words
Homework:
Quiz: forms of literature, and elements of a short story on Friday
M- Get Cereal Box book report signed, Worry poem due Tuesday
T-
W-
TR - be prepared for Fabulous Friday reading with up to 2 comfy items (ex: small blanket, stuffed animal or pillow) and a silent reading book.
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We will begin by learning about observations and inferences and how they are involved in science. A major area of focus is on the Grand Canyon and our adventure will begin there with a virtual tour.
Homework
M-
T- Inference and Observation quiz Thursday
W-
TR-
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
***************** Aug.22-24********************
Language Arts
Reading/Writing:
-Story of the week: we will be presenting summer book reports through out the week, and reviewing different forms of literature, and elements of a short story
Keep your eyes peeled for our 1st book report!
-Writing: we will spend some time writing poems about ourselves and worries we may have about the new school year. We will also be getting to know our Write Source textbook this week.
Spelling/Vocabulary/Grammar:
Spelling: Students will get a spelling list almost every week. Spelling tests are on Fridays, and homework is due through out the week
Grammar: None this week
Vocabulary Words: May be words from literature we are reading or our spelling words
Homework:
M-
T-
W- None 1st day of school :-)
TR - Bring supplies to class on Friday, be prepared for Fabulous Friday reading with up to 2 comfy items (ex: small blanket, stuffed animal or pillow) and a silent reading book. Book report presentations will begin tomorrow.
*** Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
Science:
Our First unit is called "Earth History." We will begin by learning about observations and inferences and how they are involved in science. A major area of focus is on the Grand Canyon and our adventure will begin there with a virtual tour.
Homework
W- Bring in and old/read magazine that can be cut up.
TR- Be sure to have a novel to read silently (students should bring one to school everyday this school year). Bring in and old/read magazine that can be cut up. Have pink "How to Be Successful" sheet signed.
***Science homework is not given out very often, but students should be reviewing daily activities/notes frequently. Students may have less/additional homework depending on what was accomplished in class***
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