In science we began our weather unit. We are working with our friends in Ms. Hildreth's class to research and learn all about the water cycle. The students did a great job taking notes and illustrating diagrams of how the water cycle works.
In math we began our unit on fractions. We discussed when we use fractions in our everyday lives! Many students shared stories of using fractions while cooking. We then used fraction circles to investigate equivalent fractions.
In reading, we learned about different types of text structures readers encounter while reading non-fiction. We also discussed strategies for tackling difficult parts of non-fiction reading. Sometimes books or articles have too many facts or misleading headings and we have to ask ourselves, "What is most important?"
In writing, students brainstormed people, places, and ideas that are important to them and then wrote a thesis that can be supported with stories and evidence from their own life. We will continue to develop our essays over the next few weeks.
I asked the students if they could give a gift for Christmas to anyone in the world, who would it be and why? Here are a few of their responses from kidblog. It was amazing to see how kind and caring your children are!
I asked the students if they could give a gift for Christmas to anyone in the world, who would it be and why? Here are a few of their responses from kidblog. It was amazing to see how kind and caring your children are!
We had a mystery skype with a class is Missouri. 4T continues to do an excellent job during our Skypes!
Tomorrow begins week #15! Only 13 more days until our holiday break!
-Ms. Tingle
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