Another Special Visitor

Becky's mom was able to stop by to read to celebrate Becky's birthday.  She shared a passage from Peter Pan.

Investigating Area

We had a great time investigating area using post-its.  We learned that different shapes can have the same area.  We also learned how to count half squares.  We learned that two triangles can equal 1 square.  We will continue to learn more about area next week.

Chapter 9

We are about to begin our Chapter 9 math unit.  We will be learning all about the perimeter and area of shapes.  Here are some helpful videos to help explain this concept.

Perimeter

Area

Explanation of Perimeter and Area

Perimeter and Area of Irregular Figures

Author Visit

    Judd Winick came to visit our school today to talk about his new book Hilo- The Rise of the Cat.

    We learned so much about the writing process.  He shared his inspiration for the book series and well as his process for writing and publishing a book.  He also shared how he became a best selling author and artist.

Forces Fun in the LMC

 We had a great time investigating forces in the LMC this week!  We used the spheros to help us learn about friction.  Than you, Mrs. Goldstein, for this great experience!

Mr. Freeze

 Mr. Freeze came today and we learned all about gases!  We learned all about cryogenics and liquid nitrogen.  Thank you PTA for this very informative experience!

Special Visitor

We were so excited to have James' mom come and read to the class.  She read a class favorite! 

Valentine's Day Fun

 We had a great time at the Valentine's Day Party!  A special thank you the room parents who coordinated the event and to all the parents who donated supplies or volunteered their time to make it such a success!

Expository Research

Students were so excited to begin typing their animal books! Students developed engaging introductions to hook the reader. They are working on creating a paragraph about the animal's features, habitat, diet, and predators and adaptations. When they finish, they will get to add photographs and publish their books.

Special Visitors

 Hadley's mom, dad, and sister came to celebrate Hadley's birthday.  They shared some great stories with the class!