8/29

Have a great long weekend!  See you TUESDAY!

8/28

Today is Open House @ 4:30 followed by an important Title I meeting @ 5:00.

Please finish any AM (as discussed in class; it is only a handful of kids), finish your spelling 3x each (if assigned), DITB 4, and your realistic fiction genre project.  Whew!

8/27

Finish spelling color code & vocabulary draw.
Finish reading science p. 30-31 and have your materials ready (2 paper airplanes and the chart).  Students may change a different variable than the wing span if they would like.

Don't forget about Open House @ 4:30 Thursday and the realistic fiction genre project (book report) is due Friday!

Happy Birthday, Evan!

Make each and every day great, especially today!

8/25

*Open House is this Thursday!  Come to the room at 4:30.  Thank you!

*Math and science extra credit are due Tuesday!  (Math: Use four 4s and order of operations to find answers = to 1-12.  Science: Conduct your experiment and record your results.)
*Write spelling words (1-20) in ABC order in your agenda.
*Finish your vocabulary definitions.
*You might want to try to get a "jump start" on the rest of your spelling and vocabulary work.
 

Have you finished your realistic fiction book?  Your genre project (book report) is due Friday!

This Week's ELA (8/25)

Soldier's Heart (1)          

Week 1.4          

Spelling words:

Monday: Write your words in ABC order in your agenda (due Tuesday). 

Tuesday: Color-coded words: Write your words using a color-coded pattern.  Include a key.  (For example, consonants one color/vowels another color; or you create a color code.)  (Due Thursday.)

Monday - Thursday: IF you made below an 85 on last week's test, you must write this week's words 3x each (2x print/1x cursive).  This is in addition to your color-coded words assignment.  Turn in by Friday.

Monday through Thursday please study your words nightly for your test on Friday.

1. appalling                        7.  assemble       13. withdraw                  19. trench          
2. fatigue                           8.  wound          14. comrade                    20. mutiny
3. slogan                           9.  stream           15. tempt                       * usually
4. faint                              10. bargain         16. forage                       * February
5. doubtful                         11. collide          17. savage                      * reluctantly
6. regiment                        12. survivor        18. morale                      * because                                                                      

Vocabulary words:

Monday: Using a dictionary, fill in the blank each vocabulary word listed below (due Tuesday). 

Tuesday - Wednesday:  Vocabulary Draw: Draw and label a picture of each vocabulary word (due Thursday).

Monday – Thursday: Study vocabulary words and definitions for the test on Friday.

1.       bayonet: (n) a long ____________________ or pointed blade that is attached to the end of a ____________________

2.       cavalry: (n) a group of soldiers who fight on ____________________

3.       flannel: (n) made of soft, brushed cotton or wool ____________________

4.       heaving: (adj) moving in and out or up and down ____________________

5.       trench: (n) a long, narrow ____________________, often used as protected position in warfare; a long, steep-sided valley on the floor of the ____________________

6.       incomprehensible: (adj) difficult to ____________________

7.       afflicted: (adj) mentally or physically ____________________

8.       conscious: (adj) ____________________ or perceiving; having awareness of surroundings and sensations and thoughts

9.       stationary: (adj) not capable of being ____________________

10.     residue: (n) ____________________ that remains after something has been removed

*Your realistic fiction genre project and your DITB #4 are due Friday!

EdSphere 8/22

You are going to choose a Civil War person to read about today.
*Abraham Lincoln
*Ulysses S. Grant
*Jefferson Davis
*Robert E. Lee
*Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson

8/20

We had so much fun investigating the scientific method and whether carrots can float!  In fresh water, carrots sink, but if you add 1 tsp. of salt to 1 c. of water, a carrot will float!  We tried again with 2 c. of fresh water, and it took not 2 but 3 tsp. of salt to float the carrot.  Students are now writing their own investigation plan (due tomorrow).  IF they are able to conduct their investigation and report their results, they can earn science extra credit (through Tues. 8/26).  Thanks for your help with this!

1 c. water + 1 tsp. salt

 2 c. water + 3 tsp. salt

Finish spelling choice and vocabulary sentences!

8/18

We had our first 4-H meeting this morning.  (Mr. Jennings will usually come the 2nd Thursday of the month.)  There will be a 4-H dance this Friday at the Civic Center!  Our class officer elections will be 9/11, and to be eligible for office, students must have a poster on display by 9/10.

Tonight's HW:
*Spelling in ABC order in agenda
*Math WB p. 17 (2-2-2) and p. 18 (all) is due on WEDNESDAY.  (The 2-2-2 means two problems in each of the 3 sections- student choice.)

This Week's ELA 8/18

Spelling and Vocabulary Lists/Week 3   There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom (Chapters 11 – 24)

Spelling words:

Monday: Copy spelling words into your agenda in ABC order (due Tuesday).

Tuesday-Wednesday: Complete ONE of the following choices (due Thursday).

A.            Five times each: Write each word five times each (three times print, two times cursive).  Remember to write your words down your paper in columns, not across in rows (like we did in class).

     B.     Spelling triangles: Write the first letter on the 1^st line.  On the next line, write the 1st                    and 2nd letter.  Continue until you’ve spelling out the entire word.

            1. w

            2. wo

            3. wor

            4. word

Study each night for your test on Friday!

           

1.     automatically                                           11. impolite

2.     reflex                                                        12. shuddered

3.     digest                                                        13. confidence

4.     hesitated                                                  14. anticipation

5.     manure                                                    15. flailed

6.     anguish                                                    16. bellowed

7.     reluctantly                                               17. quality

8.     hysterically                                              18. advice

9.     terrorizing                                                19. glared

10. cautiously                                                 20. defiantly (incorrect on spelling sheet; please change)

IRA (Independent Reading Activity) Weekly Task Week 3 (Due Friday!):

Week 3: Connections

            We have discussed three different types of connections that readers make as they read: text-to-self, text-to-text, and text-to-world.  As you read in your independent reading book this week, write down three connections that you make to your book.  Describe the passage in the story and how you connect to that passage.  Make one “text-to-self” connection, one “text-to-text” connection, and one “text-to-world” connection.  Be sure to identify each connection you make by type.  Also include what type of connection it is.  Turn in the connections assignment by Friday.  Don’t forget to include your book’s title.

Drops in the Bucket (DITB) #3 is also due Friday.  Don’t forget the enrichment analogies on the back.

Vocabulary words:

Monday-Thursday: Study vocabulary words and definitions each night for the test on Friday.  Work on your sentences (due Friday).

*DUE FRIDAY THURSDAY: Use each word in an original sentence that is at least ten words long.  Please underline the vocabulary word in the sentence.  Don't forget to capitalize the beginning of your sentence and to use ending punctuation!

1.             ivory – a hard white substance, composing the main part of the tusks of certain animals

2.             assured – guaranteed; sure; certain

3.             befuddled -  to confuse

4.             suspiciously – questionable; distrustful

5.             arithmetic – the most elementary branch of mathematics

6.             familiar – commonly or generally known

7.             hyena – a doglike carnivore of Africa or Asia

8.             mimicked – to imitate or copy in speech, actions, etc.

9.             manila – strong, light-brown or buff paper

10.         replica – a copy or reproduction of a work

Happy Birthday, Hunter!

Have a very happy birthday, Hunter!

8/13

Finish your spelling choice and your vocabulary draw if you haven't already!

Happy Birthday, Hana!

Have a very happy birthday, Hana!

8/12

Study for your Module 1 math quiz.  Review lessons 1.1-1.5 that we've already completed.
Be sure to get your signed papers signed.
Work on spelling & vocabulary choices (due Thurs.).

8/11 HW

We got a lot accomplished today (though not as much as I had planned!).  The kids are fantastic, and I am really enjoying getting to know them and their unique personalities.

*Write spelling in ABC order in the agenda.
*Finish matching the vocabulary words to the correct definition.
*Finish math WB p. 9 (even) & p. 10 (ALL).

Be aware of the rest of the week's ELA assignments to budget and use your time wisely.  Thanks for your help with this!

Did you read for at least 20 minutes today?

8/11 This Week's ELA

Spelling and Vocabulary Lists/Week 2          There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom (Chapters 1-10)

Spelling words:

Monday: Copy spelling words into your agenda in ABC order (due Tuesday).

Tuesday-Wednesday: Complete ONE of the following choices (due Thursday).

A.            Five times each: Write each word five times each (three times print, two times cursive).  Remember to write your words down your paper in columns, not across in rows (like we did in class).

B.            ZYX order: Write your words in reverse alphabetical order.  Z would be first, and A would be last!  (1. zany …        20. apple)

C.            Backwards spelling: Write your spelling words correctly and then write them backwards!  (spelling à gnilleps)

Study each night for your test on Friday!  Your spelling test will have 25 words: the twenty on this list plus five random words from last week.  Be sure to study!

1.    unfortunately                          11. gratefully                 :

2.    unrecognizable                        12. usually                             

3.    suspiciously                            13. because                  

4.    ceramic                                  14. without          

5.    nervously                               15. doesn’t                            

6.    counselor                               16. where

7.    snickered                                17. were

8.    innocently                               18. a lot

9.    glared                                     19. Georgia

10. asserted                                 20. Union County

IRA (Independent Reading Activity) Weekly Task Week 2 (Due Friday!):

Be sure to read at least 20 minutes each night in your independent reading book!

Week 2: Point of View

         From which point of view is your independent reading book written?  Is it first person or third person?  List at least five clues from the text that led to your conclusion.  Be sure to include your book title.

Drops in the Bucket (DITB) #2 is also due Friday.

  

Vocabulary words: There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom, Week 1

Monday: Match the vocabulary words below with the correct definition on the right.  Write the letter of the definition on the line next to the vocabulary word. Think about how the words have been used in the novel being read in class. You may use a dictionary. Due Tuesday.

Tuesday-Wednesday (DUE THURSDAY): Illustrate each vocabulary word with a simple drawing that will help you remember the definition. Do this on notebook paper, after your heading.  Your work should be numbered, have the vocabulary word written, then followed by the illustration.

1.    bulging  ____                                   A. without hope; incapable of improvement

2.    distorted ____                                  B. to find fault with someone; criticize

3.    hack  ____                                      C. feeling or showing lack of confidence; shy

4.    barged ____                                     D. to swell or curve outward

5.    tolerate ____                                    E. astonish; dumbfounded

6.    hopelessly ____                                F. to twist out of normal shape; mislead

7.    timidly ____                                     G. severe; harsh

8.    drastic ____                                     H. to cut or sever with repeated blows

9.    flabbergasted ____                                    I. to allow or withstand something

10. scolded ____                                  J. to move or push oneself clumsily or rudely

8/7

Our days continue to go very well!  Yesterday we started social studies, and today we were able to squeeze in some science.  I am so proud of our boys and girls!

Tonight's homework:
Finish vocabulary sentences or story, IRA (favorite book), and DITB 1.
Finish math WB p. 3 (even) & p. 6 (all).
Study for spelling and vocabulary tests!
Begin reading your realistic fiction genre book.  Your book report (link to the form, below) is due on 8/29.

Realistic Fiction Genre Project

Each month, we focus on a particular reading genre.  Of course I expect the students to read more than just the assigned genre!  Their genre project is due on the last school day of the month, so 8/29 this time.  This month's genre is realistic fiction.  We went to the library today, so they should all have their genre book now.  I passed out the genre project book report form for this month.  Click HERE to download a PDF version in case you need one. 

Happy Birthday, Rhiannon!

Have a very happy birthday!

8/4

We had a wonderful day today!  Your children are such good listeners and are trying so hard to follow directions the first time they are given.  I am proud of them!

Be sure to scroll down for this week's ELA work! 

Tonight's homework is:

• Complete math lesson 1.1 properties chart.
• Write spelling in ABC order IN THE AGENDA (not on another sheet of paper).
• Read in your independent reading book (formerly known as your "AR book").

All of our ELA homework has been assigned for the week, so please pay attention to due dates and instructions.  (Scroll down if you need a reminder.)  Thank you for helping your child stay on top of their work and to manage their schedules!

This Week's ELA: 8/4

Students all received a copy of this sheet and (should) have clipped it in their binder.

Name/#___________________________ Date ____________________

Unit 1, Week 1               Story: Miss Alaineous

Spelling words: Calendar Words

Monday: Write spelling words correctly in ABC order in your agenda.

Tuesday-Wednesday: Choose ONE of the following (due Thursday).

A.            Write each word five times each (three times print, two times cursive) following the example we did in class.

B.            Research how the days of the week and months of the year are written in another language.  Make a list or chart with both the English and the language spellings.  Be accurate!  If you can say them in that language, we would love to hear you.

C.            Research how the days of the week and months of the year got their names.  Briefly explain the origin of each word.

Study each night for your test on Friday.

1.    Sunday                                   11. April

2.    Monday                                  12. May

3.    Tuesday                                 13. June

4.    Wednesday                             14. July

5.    Thursday                                15. August

6.    Friday                                    16. September

7.    Saturday                                 17. October

8.    January                                  18. November

9.    February                                19. December

10. March                                   20. Blairsville

IRA (INDEPENDENT READING ACTIVITY): What is one of your favorite books?  It could be a favorite picture book from your childhood, a chapter book you finished recently, or anything in between.  It could even be a favorite book series.  Write a paragraph (or more) about the book and why you love it.  Be sure to include the book’s title, author, main characters, and a brief description of the plot.  Please use nice handwriting and your best spelling, grammar, and punctuation.  Turn in your IRA on Friday.

                                                                                 OVER

Vocabulary words: Miss Alaineous

Monday-Thursday: Study vocabulary words and definitions each night for the test on Friday.  Work on your sentences or the paragraph activity (due Friday).

*DUE FRIDAY: Use each word in an original sentence that is at least ten words long.  Please underline the word in the sentence.  Don't forget to capitalize the beginning of your sentence and to use ending punctuation!

1.    capable – having skill or power

2.    categories – groups or classes of things

3.    luminous – bright; shining

4.    strands – things similar to threads

5.    credit – something owed a person for work

6.    soggy – very wet or damp

7.    slumped – fell or sunk heavily

8.    gigantic – like a giant; huge

Vocabulary BONUS: Suppose that you have just signed up to take part in a talent contest.  Instead of writing sentences, write a story about what happens before, during, and after the contest.  Use as many of this week’s vocabulary words as possible in your story.

TESTED READING SKILL: character and plot