Highlights for the Week of 2/16/15
in Mrs. Bell's Classroom
Spell
ing - More VCCV WordsThis week's spelling lesson contains words with the VCCV (Vowel-Consonant-Vowel-Consonant) pattern. Spelling homework will be assigned via Google Classroom in the Homeroom Spelling section. The final test & homework is due Friday, 2/20.
Reading- Unit 2 - "Journeys"
We will begin reading the novel The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. This story tells the tale of a china rabbit who goes on an adventure and learns how to love. We will begin by close reading an excerpt from the first chapter. This novel is rich in vocabulary and underlying themes, and I look forward to sharing Edward's journey in our classroom.
English- Verbs
We will begin the verbs unit this week. Students will take the pretest on Tuesday, and those who demonstrate proficiency in this topic will be assigned challenge work. Action verbs and past, present and future verbs are the first two concepts in this chapter.Social Studies - The Midwest - Bountiful Midwest Farms
Our focus in social studies this week will be how agriculture contributes to the economy of the Midwest.
Science - How Does Your Body Get Oxygen & Nutrients?
Our study of the human body continues with a look at digestion. Students will learn the name and function of each organ in the digestive system.
Mrs. Bell's Math Class - Topics 9 & 10
The Topic 9 TEST is scheduled for Tuesday, 2/17. Students should prepare with workbook pages and extra practice in the textbook. We will spend two days with order of operations before beginning Topic 10 on Friday. Ask your child what it means when we say, "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally".
Don't Forget...
February 17 - In-school presentation, "Magnets"
Mrs. Karen Bell
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