Math
The start of Fall Break will mark the completion our study of arrays, factors, and multiplicative comparisons in Unit 1. When we return from Fall Break, we will begin our second unit pertaining to data and measurement. Our investigation of measurement will commence by gathering data on the height of fourth graders and first graders. The students will then learn how to represent and compare the data they collected using bar graphs and line plots. They will determine range, mode, outliers, and whether the data is concentrated in one area or spread out. Additionally, they will learn how to draw conclusions based on the data collected. They will then have the opportunity to create their own survey question, survey their classmates, organize, represent, and analyze their data.
You can support your child at home by continuing to practice multiplication math facts so that your child knows their multiplication facts “in a snap!”
Below are examples of what our work looked like
FACTORS OF 24
MULTIPLES OF 8
Science
Students are currently researching their chosen endangered animal, how human behavior impacts their animal’s ecosystems, their animal’s place in the food chain, and the impact on the ecosystem if the animal were to go extinct. Students are expected to include a call to action in their final product in order to encourage others to save their species. The end product will be a brochure that the kids create and share with one another and their kindergarten book buddies. You can support your child at home by bringing your child to the library to check out a book relating to their endangered species *(an optional suggestion).
Reading
This month in Reading Workshop we will continue to think deeply about our reading, determine if we are truly reading “just right books” at our level that will help us grow as readers, and analyze our characters’ traits while providing evidence from the text as support. These are reading strategies we focused on in September, and we will continue to do so in October. We will build upon these strategies by studying the theme of our class read aloud and independent books. Additionally, we will study how our characters change throughout the story, as well as provide specific evidence from the text that explains the reasons behind this change. Furthermore, the kids are working hard on writing reading responses that provide a detailed description of their character; traits, behaviors, motivations, obstacles, struggles, and so on.
As always, I could really use your support at home. Please encourage your child to read. Volume matters!! As you discuss your child’s book with him or her, ask what kind of person the main character is and how he/she can prove that. This will support what we are doing in class and give your kiddo a chance to show off his/her skills!
Writing
During Writer's Workshop the students will continue drafting and eventually finish their narrative. The lessons modeled will include how to write a reflective ending, editing/revising, using dialogue, and incorporating figurative language and sensory imagery. As always, I meet and conference with the kids to help them incorporate modeled techniques into their own piece.
Buddy Time
We have been meeting every other week with our kindergarten buddies in Mrs. Padrnos's class. The kids are forming a great bond as they enjoy working with one another on reading, writing, and math.
Upcoming Dates
October 19th: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Field Trip
October 8th-12th: Fall Break
October 31st: Halloween Breakfast Celebration 8:45 - 9:30 (all are welcome to join)
9:30 - 10:00 GRE Costume Parade