What a busy day we had. Science fair judging began at 9 am sharp. Students were respectful of each other while judging took place. Back in class we kept busy working on arithmetic and language. In arithmetic students reviewed polygons and in language students learned how to diagram a sentence. Families then began visiting our science fair, and students spent time talking to families about their projects.
After science fair, we packed up and headed to the park for Track & Field. It was blistering hot day, and we spent as much time as we could in the shade between events.
Students had an awesome time today!
Homework & Reminders:
Arithmetic p. 203 & 204
Language p. 133 - 136
Friday, May 31, 2013
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Getting Ready for Science Fair
This morning we had a special treat. One of Ms. Chin's student groups practiced presenting their exhibition project to our class. Her students benefitted from the practice of presenting to a real audience, and our class benefitted from seeing what they will be expected to do when it is their turn to do exhibition.
Once back in class, students wrote their last spelling test of the year and worked on arithemtic speed drills. They then wrote their language test on parts of speech. Students had time in class to finish off their science fair boards and work on their 3 minute presentations.
Students attended gym and French class today.
In math, grade 3s continued conducting probability experiments and predicting the results. Grade 4s began a probability unit. We discussed the language of probability, such as certain, impossible, probable, improbable, unlikely, and likely. Ask your child to describe scenarios that fit these terms.
We ended the day setting up the science fair display area. Parents and families that would like to view the projects and talk to students about the science fair are welcome to visit the fair between 11:30 and 12:15 tomorrow. Grade 4s students are asked to wear their winter uniform for their science fair presentations tomorrow. Grade 3 students may wear their summer uniforms.
Tomorrow is also Track and Field Day. Students will change for Track and Field after the science fair is over. Parents are welcome to attend the Track & Field events
Homework & Reminders:
Once back in class, students wrote their last spelling test of the year and worked on arithemtic speed drills. They then wrote their language test on parts of speech. Students had time in class to finish off their science fair boards and work on their 3 minute presentations.
Students attended gym and French class today.
In math, grade 3s continued conducting probability experiments and predicting the results. Grade 4s began a probability unit. We discussed the language of probability, such as certain, impossible, probable, improbable, unlikely, and likely. Ask your child to describe scenarios that fit these terms.
We ended the day setting up the science fair display area. Parents and families that would like to view the projects and talk to students about the science fair are welcome to visit the fair between 11:30 and 12:15 tomorrow. Grade 4s students are asked to wear their winter uniform for their science fair presentations tomorrow. Grade 3 students may wear their summer uniforms.
Tomorrow is also Track and Field Day. Students will change for Track and Field after the science fair is over. Parents are welcome to attend the Track & Field events
Homework & Reminders:
- MMS 4 p. 180 & 181
- Sign all tests coming home today
- Grade 4s work on your 3 minute (max.) presentation for the science fair tomorrow
- Grade 4s wear winter uniform to school and grade 3s wear summer uniform to school tomorrow
- Bring hat and water for Track and Field tomorrow
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Review & Practice
We spent a lot of our morning time making sure all our language on the parts of speech was complete and corrected in preparation for tomorrow's test. Language books are coming home today for those families who would like to review the pages with their children.
Students worked on list words and arithmetic. In arithmetic they practiced subtracting fractions where the denominators are the same.
Students attended music, gym, and French class today.
In math, grade 3s continued exploring the likelihood of different outcomes and started conducting probability experiments and predicting the results. Grade 4s wrote their patterns in number and geometry unit test.
We ended the day working on our Arts' Night presentation.
Homework & Reminders:
Students worked on list words and arithmetic. In arithmetic they practiced subtracting fractions where the denominators are the same.
Students attended music, gym, and French class today.
In math, grade 3s continued exploring the likelihood of different outcomes and started conducting probability experiments and predicting the results. Grade 4s wrote their patterns in number and geometry unit test.
We ended the day working on our Arts' Night presentation.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling test is tomorrow
- MMS 3 p. 192 & 193
- Arithmetic p. 201 & 202
- Language - Review p. 118 - 132 for tomorrow's test
- Bring in science fair projects tomorrow
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Cooperation
Grade 3 students made great progress with their science fair project this morning. We printed all our information out, cut it, framed it, and pasted it onto the display board. Students are reminded to bring in their science fair boards on Thursday.
Students worked on spelling words and verbs, subjects, and nouns in language. In arithmetic they learned to add fractions where the denominator is the same. We used 3 different strategies to solve these problems and the students feel very confident about this work.
Students attended gym and French class today.
We worked on our Arts' Night presentation. This practice is giving lots of opportunity for students to work cooperatively with others as they are responsible for choreographing their dance steps.
In math, grade 3s explored the liklihood of different outcomes. Grade 4s continued reviewing patterns in number and geometry in preparation for tomorrow's unit test.
Homework & Reminders:
Students worked on spelling words and verbs, subjects, and nouns in language. In arithmetic they learned to add fractions where the denominator is the same. We used 3 different strategies to solve these problems and the students feel very confident about this work.
Students attended gym and French class today.
We worked on our Arts' Night presentation. This practice is giving lots of opportunity for students to work cooperatively with others as they are responsible for choreographing their dance steps.
In math, grade 3s explored the liklihood of different outcomes. Grade 4s continued reviewing patterns in number and geometry in preparation for tomorrow's unit test.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling
- MMS 3 p. 190 & 191
- MMS 4 - Study for tomorrow's test
- Arithmetic p. 199 & 200
- Yearbook letters are coming home today
- Scholastic order forms are coming home today - this is the last order of the year
- Tomorrow is Casual Day
- All science fair projects must be at school on Thursday
Monday, May 27, 2013
Total Fitness
We reviewed why we should bother being active for our inquiry into healthy living this morning. Students generated excellent reasons to stay active. We continued reading Bobbie Kalman's book Active Kids and learned that for total fitness we should ensure we do 3 kinds of exercise. Ask your child to tell you what these 3 kinds of exercise are.
Students worked on list 35 spelling words, verbs in language and dividing with 9 as a divisor in arithmetic.
Students attended gym, music and French class today.
In math, grade 3s began a new unit on probablility. They learned about mathematical language they should use to describe probability. Grade 4s spent their math time reviewing patterns in number and geometry in preparation for Wednesday's unit test.
We ended the day working on our science fair projects and preparing for Friday's science fair.
Homework & Reminders:
Students worked on list 35 spelling words, verbs in language and dividing with 9 as a divisor in arithmetic.
Students attended gym, music and French class today.
In math, grade 3s began a new unit on probablility. They learned about mathematical language they should use to describe probability. Grade 4s spent their math time reviewing patterns in number and geometry in preparation for Wednesday's unit test.
We ended the day working on our science fair projects and preparing for Friday's science fair.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling
- MMS 3 p. 188 & 189
- MMS 4 p. 178 & 179
- Arithmetic p. 197 & 198
- Wednesday is Casual Day
- MMS 4 unit test on Wednesday
- Language and spelling tests on Thursday
- Science Fair and Track and Field on Friday
Thursday, May 23, 2013
How Fit are You?
As part of our inquiry unit, students were asked if they thought they were active or fit. Students found their resting heart rates and then were challenged to complete a fitness test. Parts of the test included running or walking a mile in under 10 minutes, doing 1 pull up, running up a flight of stairs, doing 40 abdominal crunches in a minute, and being able to touch their toes when their legs are stretched out in front of them. Students measured their heart rates while doing all the activities and all noticed a difference.
Students worked on spelling and language. In language they read sentences where there was more than one subject and identified all the subjects in a sentence. They also learned about verbs and identified verbs in a sentence. Ask your child what a verb is and to compose a sentence with more than one subject and then identify the verb in the sentence. Students also worked on arithmetic review work.
Students attended gym and French class today.
In math, grade 3s wrote their unit test to show what they learned in their patterning unit. Grade 4s practised dividing a 3-digit number by a 1-digit number.
We ended the day checking on science fair progress and working on our Arts' Night performance.
Homework & Reminders:
Students worked on spelling and language. In language they read sentences where there was more than one subject and identified all the subjects in a sentence. They also learned about verbs and identified verbs in a sentence. Ask your child what a verb is and to compose a sentence with more than one subject and then identify the verb in the sentence. Students also worked on arithmetic review work.
Students attended gym and French class today.
In math, grade 3s wrote their unit test to show what they learned in their patterning unit. Grade 4s practised dividing a 3-digit number by a 1-digit number.
We ended the day checking on science fair progress and working on our Arts' Night performance.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling
- MMS 4 p. 176 & 177
- Arithmetic p. 195 & 196
- Lunch letters are coming home today
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
A Guest Visitor
The children had a surprise visitor for our inquiry unit this morning. Mrs. Glaucia Padovan, a nutritionist, shared a slide show with the class on the food groups, numbers of servings, and nutrition. She clealry explained the difference between ingredients and nutrients. The children heard many tips to help them make healthier food choices. Ask your child to tell you what they learned.
Students worked on spelling list 34 and language. In language we reviewed nouns and the subject of a sentence. We also discussed verbs and adjectives so as to help students better identify nouns.
Students completed arithmetic practice where they learned about measuring temperature in degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit. Ask you child to tell you about important temperature benchmarks such as the boiling and freezing points of water as well as the normal body temperature for people.
Students attended gym, French, and music class today.
In math, grade 3s continued reviewing patterns in preparation for tomorrow's unit test. Grade 4s used patterns in drawings and tables as a strategy to solve word problems. They also practiced division where there is a pattern in the remainder.
We ended the day with students completing work from the day and grade 4s sharing their science fair progress with me.
Homework & Reminders
Students worked on spelling list 34 and language. In language we reviewed nouns and the subject of a sentence. We also discussed verbs and adjectives so as to help students better identify nouns.
Students completed arithmetic practice where they learned about measuring temperature in degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit. Ask you child to tell you about important temperature benchmarks such as the boiling and freezing points of water as well as the normal body temperature for people.
Students attended gym, French, and music class today.
In math, grade 3s continued reviewing patterns in preparation for tomorrow's unit test. Grade 4s used patterns in drawings and tables as a strategy to solve word problems. They also practiced division where there is a pattern in the remainder.
We ended the day with students completing work from the day and grade 4s sharing their science fair progress with me.
Homework & Reminders
- Spelling p. 139 if you did not get done in class
- MMS 3 - Study for tomorrow's unit test
- MMS 4 p. 174 & 175
- Arithmetic p. 193 & 194
- Get your French test signed
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Nutrition Labels
We focused on learning to read and interpret nutrtition labels in our inquiry unit this morning. Students viewed samples of nutrition labels and identified grams and % daily value of core nutrients found in a serving of food. They compared labels with repsect to fat, sodium, and fibre and decided which food would be a healthier choice. Students were given food samples and challenged to find the highest and lowest nutrient amounts for fats, crabohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and minerals.
In spelling, students worked on list 34 words. They also recieved a letter about this year's spelling bee and words to study for the in-class elimination round. In language we learned that a subject tells who or what a sentence is about. Students understand that subjects are often nouns. The practised identifying the subject, proper nouns and common nouns in sentences.
Students attended gym and French class today.
In math, grade 3s did review work to prepare for Thursday's test on patterns. Grade 4s used tables, blocks, and pictures to record changing-step growing patterns.
I met with grade 4 students to check on their science fair progress today. Students who have not already done so are asked to bring in their results tomorrow. Grade 3 staudents have started typing up our hypothesis and background research.
We ended the day working on our Arts' Night presentation. Students are being given the freedom and responsibility to plan this performance. It is an opportunity to express creativity and cooperation as they work with one another.
Homework & Reminders:
In spelling, students worked on list 34 words. They also recieved a letter about this year's spelling bee and words to study for the in-class elimination round. In language we learned that a subject tells who or what a sentence is about. Students understand that subjects are often nouns. The practised identifying the subject, proper nouns and common nouns in sentences.
Students attended gym and French class today.
In math, grade 3s did review work to prepare for Thursday's test on patterns. Grade 4s used tables, blocks, and pictures to record changing-step growing patterns.
I met with grade 4 students to check on their science fair progress today. Students who have not already done so are asked to bring in their results tomorrow. Grade 3 staudents have started typing up our hypothesis and background research.
We ended the day working on our Arts' Night presentation. Students are being given the freedom and responsibility to plan this performance. It is an opportunity to express creativity and cooperation as they work with one another.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling
- Spelling Bee
- MMS 3 - Study for Thursday's test
- MMS 4 p. 172 & 173
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Nutrients
We worked on discovering what nutrients were and why we need them in our inquiry into healthy living this morning. Students used their research skills to create a mind map of the 6 nutrients, how much energy they give us, what they do for us, and examples of food we can find them in. Students worked with a partner to accomplish this task and made great progress.
Students wrote their list 33 spelling test today. This test and a number of others are coming home today. Please review all tests with your child over the weekend.
Students attended gym and French class today.
Students worked on finding 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6, 1/7, and 1/8 of a set in arithmetic today. They are becoming so good at this skill that it was unnecessary to teach a full lesson to them about this concept.
In math, grade 3s identified, created, and extended patterns on grids. Grade 4s learned about growing patterns in figures. They used pictures and tables to show their thinking and solve problems.
We ended the day with the grade 3s conducting their testing for the science fair. We got to to this activity outside on a gorgeous day! The children got a bit of sugar by finishing off the leftover pop from our experiment.
Homework & Reminders:
Students wrote their list 33 spelling test today. This test and a number of others are coming home today. Please review all tests with your child over the weekend.
Students attended gym and French class today.
Students worked on finding 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6, 1/7, and 1/8 of a set in arithmetic today. They are becoming so good at this skill that it was unnecessary to teach a full lesson to them about this concept.
In math, grade 3s identified, created, and extended patterns on grids. Grade 4s learned about growing patterns in figures. They used pictures and tables to show their thinking and solve problems.
We ended the day with the grade 3s conducting their testing for the science fair. We got to to this activity outside on a gorgeous day! The children got a bit of sugar by finishing off the leftover pop from our experiment.
Homework & Reminders:
- MMS 3 p. 186 & 187
- MMS 4 p. 170 & 171
- Arithmetic p. 191 & 192
- Sign and review all tests coming home today
- Grade 4s: Keep working on your science fair project
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Self-Esteem
We continued our inquiry into healthy living today by wondering how our self-esteem and body image affect our health. Students considered how heredity influences our body shape. Students were encouraged to be kind in their opinions of themselves, realising that everyone is unique. They brainstormed their own characteristics in terms of skills and abilities. The reflected on personal traits they would never change and one ability they would like to develop.
In arithmetic, students practiced finding one third of a set.
They attended gym, music and French class today.
In math, grade 3s created patterns in which 3 attributes change. Grade 4s used patterns to multiply a 2 digit number by a 1-digit number.
We ended the day checking on science fair progress. Grade 3s need to remember to bring in all materials so we can begin testing. We also began working on parts of speech in language. Ask your child to explain what a noun is.
Homework & Reminders:
In arithmetic, students practiced finding one third of a set.
They attended gym, music and French class today.
In math, grade 3s created patterns in which 3 attributes change. Grade 4s used patterns to multiply a 2 digit number by a 1-digit number.
We ended the day checking on science fair progress. Grade 3s need to remember to bring in all materials so we can begin testing. We also began working on parts of speech in language. Ask your child to explain what a noun is.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling test tomorrow
- MMS 3 p. 184 & 185
- MMS 4 p. 166 & 167
- Arithmetic p. 189 & 190
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Yoga at St. Jude's
St. Jude's Academy and Blossom Yoga have joined to offer an exciting Yoga after school program on Mondays and Wednesdays. To get more information about Blossom Yoga's program, please visit the following blog: http://blossomyogakids.blogspot.ca/
Important Dates:
Information Session for Parents: May 16 and 21 between 3:45pm-5:00pm in Grade 2 classroom; come meet the instructor and get your questions answered
Classes Start: May 22nd, 2013
The Perfect Classroom
We began our day with our inquiry into healthy living. Today we discussed good and bad food triggers. Students analysed reasons they have for eating and classified good triggers and then came up with activities they could replace bad food triggers with. Ask your child to describe some of the food triggers we discussed in class, especially good food triggers. The children made a journal entry to describe their current eating patterns and their goals to make healthier food choices.
We began working on writing magazine articles in language. Students were introduced to this text form, and then prompted to write a article explaining what their perfect classroom is like. They brainstormed ideas before the began. They were eager to share their writing with the class.
Students attended gym class today.
In math, grade 3s created patterns with pattern blocks and attribute blocks where two attributes change. Grade 4s began a new unit on patterns in number and geometry. They reviewed concepts they learned in grade 3 and then created and extended repeating patterns.
We ended the day working on arithmetic, where students worked to find the fraction of a set.
Julia and Shannon have both shown action at home. Julia has been classifying her meals into the 4 food groups. Shannon used what she learned about PowerPoint during our How We Organise Ourselves unit to create a PowerPoint for her mom on Mother's Day. Well done girls!
Homework & Reminders:
We began working on writing magazine articles in language. Students were introduced to this text form, and then prompted to write a article explaining what their perfect classroom is like. They brainstormed ideas before the began. They were eager to share their writing with the class.
Students attended gym class today.
In math, grade 3s created patterns with pattern blocks and attribute blocks where two attributes change. Grade 4s began a new unit on patterns in number and geometry. They reviewed concepts they learned in grade 3 and then created and extended repeating patterns.
We ended the day working on arithmetic, where students worked to find the fraction of a set.
Julia and Shannon have both shown action at home. Julia has been classifying her meals into the 4 food groups. Shannon used what she learned about PowerPoint during our How We Organise Ourselves unit to create a PowerPoint for her mom on Mother's Day. Well done girls!
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling
- MMS 3 p. 182 & 183
- MMS 4 p. 164 & 165
- Arithmetic p. 187 & 188
- Music - write 300 words about your favourite classical composer and bring in a piece of music to share - for May 22
Monday, May 13, 2013
Food Triggers
We began our week with a continuation of our inquiry into healthy living. Today we discussed factors that what influence our food choices, the reasons why we eat, special occasions associated with particular foods and our favourite foods. By the end of our lesson we were longing for some of the delicious foods we had discussed.
Students worked on spelling and agendas. This week's English and French spelling tests will be on Thursday as Friday is professional development day for teachers. Students attended gym, music, and French class.
In math, grade 4s wrote their unit test on length, perimeter, and area. Grade 3s worked on strategies that they can use to solve problems with number patterns.
We ended the day with students writing their language test and meeting with me to let me know about their science fair progress.
Homework & Reminders:
Students worked on spelling and agendas. This week's English and French spelling tests will be on Thursday as Friday is professional development day for teachers. Students attended gym, music, and French class.
In math, grade 4s wrote their unit test on length, perimeter, and area. Grade 3s worked on strategies that they can use to solve problems with number patterns.
We ended the day with students writing their language test and meeting with me to let me know about their science fair progress.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling List 33
- Spelling test on Thursday
- Music project - Write approximately 300 words about your favourite classical composer. Find music to play (CD, piano, violin, guitar, iPod, etc)
- Friday is a PD Day for teachers - there is no school for students
Friday, May 10, 2013
French Cafe
Students were very excited for French Cafe today. Despite the excitement, they managed to focus and get some math and language done. Grade 4s continued working on review work in preparation for Monday's unit test on length, perimeter, and area. Grade 3s worked on arithmetic practice. Both grades worked on language, reviewing word usage.
We even managed another rehearsal for French Cafe before families arrived. The children did a great job and were happy to see such a great turn out from parents. Our school family is growing! Well done to all SJA students on their performance today and to Mme. Stella and her team - Ms. H, Mrs. Henein, and Mrs. Levterova.
Homework & Reminders:
We even managed another rehearsal for French Cafe before families arrived. The children did a great job and were happy to see such a great turn out from parents. Our school family is growing! Well done to all SJA students on their performance today and to Mme. Stella and her team - Ms. H, Mrs. Henein, and Mrs. Levterova.
Homework & Reminders:
- Language - study p. 97 - 117 for Monday's test
- MMS 4 - Review unit 9 for Monday's unit test
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Dress Rehearsal
Our day began with the grade 4s working on reviewing concepts they have learned about length, perimeter, and area to prepare for Monday's unit test. Grade 3s used pattern blocks to represent growing patterns. They continue to use tables to record their patterns and write pattern rules for patterns.
Students worked on arithmetic practice, grammar, and wrote a spelling test. Tests are not coming home today. Students are bringing their language books home today as many have corrections to do from pages 97 - 115. Monday's test will cover pages 97 to 117. Please ensure your child returns their language book tomorrow as we will complete pages 116 & 117 in class tomorrow.
Due to our French Cafe dress rehearsal we did not work on our inquiry unit today.
We ended the day with students writing their map work retest.
Homework & Reminders:
Students worked on arithmetic practice, grammar, and wrote a spelling test. Tests are not coming home today. Students are bringing their language books home today as many have corrections to do from pages 97 - 115. Monday's test will cover pages 97 to 117. Please ensure your child returns their language book tomorrow as we will complete pages 116 & 117 in class tomorrow.
Due to our French Cafe dress rehearsal we did not work on our inquiry unit today.
We ended the day with students writing their map work retest.
Homework & Reminders:
- MMS 3 p. 180 & 181
- MMS 4 Study for Monday's unit test
- Arithmetic p. 185 & 186
- Language - correct p. 97 - 115
- Carrassauga letter
- French Cafe is tomorrow!
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Healthy Choices
We began our day with math. Grade 4s worked on finding as many possible rectangular figures that all have the same areas. We used small congruent squares to represent a square metre and in an organised way made many different rectangles. Students recorded their work in charts and on grid paper. Grade 3s also worked in charts today. They used charts to record and extend number patterns and solve word problems. They continued writing pattern rules for each column of their charts.
Students worked on spelling, arithmetic and language work independently.
In our inquiry, Who We Are, into healthy living, students took time to examine their food diary and compare what they ate yesterday to the recommended servings in Canada's Food Guide. We had valuable discussions on the importance of making healthy food choices and the implications of unhealthy food choices on our bodies.
We ended the day with grade 3s working on science fair. We completed the write up of our experimental procedure today and are getting closer to catching up to the grade 4s. Students were also informed about a change in dates for the science fair. The new date is at May 31, which is the same day as our Track and Field event. The grade 4s are thankful for the extra time to work on their projects. The grade 4s used the time at the end of the day to complete their classwork and get as much homework done as they could.
Map work tests are coming home today. Some students have to write a retest tomorrow. Other students are choosing to write a retest if they would like to improve their score.
Homework & Reminders:
Students worked on spelling, arithmetic and language work independently.
In our inquiry, Who We Are, into healthy living, students took time to examine their food diary and compare what they ate yesterday to the recommended servings in Canada's Food Guide. We had valuable discussions on the importance of making healthy food choices and the implications of unhealthy food choices on our bodies.
We ended the day with grade 3s working on science fair. We completed the write up of our experimental procedure today and are getting closer to catching up to the grade 4s. Students were also informed about a change in dates for the science fair. The new date is at May 31, which is the same day as our Track and Field event. The grade 4s are thankful for the extra time to work on their projects. The grade 4s used the time at the end of the day to complete their classwork and get as much homework done as they could.
Map work tests are coming home today. Some students have to write a retest tomorrow. Other students are choosing to write a retest if they would like to improve their score.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling list 32 - test is tomorrow
- MMS 3 p. 178 & 179
- MMS 4 p. 162 & 163
- Arithmetic p. 183 & 184
- Study for map work retest if applicable
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
How Much is a Serving?
Our day began with the grade 4s working on math. They used a geoboard to create as many different rectangular figures with a perimeter of 22 m. The goal was to find all possibilities and then choose the figure with the greatest area. The children worked with a partner to accomplish this task and recorded their work in a chart and on gird paper. Grade 3s began a new unit on patterns in number and geometry. They looked at number patterns, identified and extended the pattern and then wrote a pattern rule to describe the pattern. There were some tricky patterns that required careful thinking.
Both grades worked on spelling, arithmetic, and language work, and then wrote their map work test.
For our inquiry into healthy living, students took time to carefully examine Canada's Food Guide to understand how much food from each food group is regarded as one serving. Students took time to record what they had eaten at school today into their - "What Did I Eat" chart.
We ended the day working on our science fair projects. Grade 3s are beginning to collect the materials we need for our project. Most grade 4s took this time to read.
Students attended French Cafe rehearsal and gym today.
Homework & Reminders:
Both grades worked on spelling, arithmetic, and language work, and then wrote their map work test.
For our inquiry into healthy living, students took time to carefully examine Canada's Food Guide to understand how much food from each food group is regarded as one serving. Students took time to record what they had eaten at school today into their - "What Did I Eat" chart.
We ended the day working on our science fair projects. Grade 3s are beginning to collect the materials we need for our project. Most grade 4s took this time to read.
Students attended French Cafe rehearsal and gym today.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling list 32 - test is on Thursday
- MMS 3 p. 176 & 177
- MMS 4 p. 160 & 161
- Arithmetic p. 181 & 182
- Complete the "What Did I Eat" worksheet today
- Sign tests coming home today (arithmetic for everybody & MMS unit test for grade 3s)
- MMS 4 unit test on Monday
- Language test on Monday
Monday, May 6, 2013
Personal Food Guides
Due to French Cafe rehearsals, our daily schedule will be different this week. Grade 3s began the day writing their unit test on length, perimeter, and area. Grade 4s reviewed what area means. They were then challenged to work as a group and find the area of a portion of the gym floor using square metres we had constructed out of paper. The students have a very good understanding of how big an square metre is after this exercise, and that its not possible to draw large areas to size. Students found large areas from models by counting squares or by using the formula for area.
Students worked on reviewing this week's spelling list, arithmetic work, and language where we continue focusing on grammar. Please note that due French Cafe on Friday, we will be writing our spelling test on Thursday this week.
Students attended French and gym class today.
For our inquiry unit, Who We Are, we spent time recording what we know and questions we have. Students shared their ideas with the class. We have really interesting questions about nutrition, physical activity, and dehydration that we would like answered by the end of the unit.We reviewed the 4 four groups and students began working on a personal food guide. They are generating examples of the minimum number of servings that a child their age should be consuming from each food group. They are also bringing home another assignment that they will be working on all day tomorrow. They will need to record everything they eat tomorrow. If they are not sure how many servings it counts as, they should just record the meal, and we will work together on Wednesday to figure out the servings.
We ended the day working on our science fair projects. Grade 4s had an hour to work on their individual projects. Grade 3s tried to complete all their background research as we are behind on our science fair schedule.
Homework & Reminders:
Students worked on reviewing this week's spelling list, arithmetic work, and language where we continue focusing on grammar. Please note that due French Cafe on Friday, we will be writing our spelling test on Thursday this week.
Students attended French and gym class today.
For our inquiry unit, Who We Are, we spent time recording what we know and questions we have. Students shared their ideas with the class. We have really interesting questions about nutrition, physical activity, and dehydration that we would like answered by the end of the unit.We reviewed the 4 four groups and students began working on a personal food guide. They are generating examples of the minimum number of servings that a child their age should be consuming from each food group. They are also bringing home another assignment that they will be working on all day tomorrow. They will need to record everything they eat tomorrow. If they are not sure how many servings it counts as, they should just record the meal, and we will work together on Wednesday to figure out the servings.
We ended the day working on our science fair projects. Grade 4s had an hour to work on their individual projects. Grade 3s tried to complete all their background research as we are behind on our science fair schedule.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling list 32
- MMS 4 p. 158 & 159
- Arithmetic p. 170 & 180
- What Did I Eat Yesterday(on Tuesday)? Worksheet to be worked on all day tomorrow
- Map work test on provinces, territories, capital cities, legends, regions is tomorrow
- Spelling test on Thursday
- French Cafe on Friday
Friday, May 3, 2013
Healthy Snacks
We had an exciting convocation this morning. Ms. Farmer's afternoon dance class performed a dance for us whic the students enjoyed. Students have begun wearing the SJA house t-shirts and hoodies making the school a colourful place. Students played a house game where they had to try score a goal against Mr. Burt. Well done to Ms. Chin for winning this game for KIP.
In class, we worked on our Who We Are inquiry unit. Students reviewed Canada's Food Guide , the food groups, and examples of foods from each group. They then worked on brainstorming what foods would make healthy snacks. Remember to work on the Ethic Food Project if you haven't already as it is due on Monday.
Students wrote an arithmetic and spelling test today. Spelling tests are coming home today. Students attended gym, French, and Reading Buddies today.
Students are bringing home their O Canada Duo-tangs today as they need to complete and study their map work page. They will be writing a map work test on Tuesday. The test will cover the provinces, territories, capital cities, and legends. There may be bonus questions about Canada's regions too.
In math, grade 3s continued reviewing length, perimeter, and area in preparation for Monday's test. Grade 4s used a 1-cm grid to estimate and measure an area in square centimetres.
Homework & Reminders:
In class, we worked on our Who We Are inquiry unit. Students reviewed Canada's Food Guide , the food groups, and examples of foods from each group. They then worked on brainstorming what foods would make healthy snacks. Remember to work on the Ethic Food Project if you haven't already as it is due on Monday.
Students wrote an arithmetic and spelling test today. Spelling tests are coming home today. Students attended gym, French, and Reading Buddies today.
Students are bringing home their O Canada Duo-tangs today as they need to complete and study their map work page. They will be writing a map work test on Tuesday. The test will cover the provinces, territories, capital cities, and legends. There may be bonus questions about Canada's regions too.
In math, grade 3s continued reviewing length, perimeter, and area in preparation for Monday's test. Grade 4s used a 1-cm grid to estimate and measure an area in square centimetres.
Homework & Reminders:
- Review, correct, and sign spelling tests coming home today
- MMS 3 Study length, perimeter, and area
- MMS 4 p. 156 & 157
- Complete the Ethnic Food Project for Monday
- Look out for piano, karate, dance, and aftercare letters coming home today
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Serving Sizes
Students had a fun lesson on healthy living today. Mr. Burt brought his breakfast into class and the students commented on when his serving size was correct or too large. Students discussed how eating too much or too little affects us. Students practiced writing how many servings a portion counted as according to Canada's Food Guide as well as which food group the food belonged to. The children had some really good questions, such as " Is there any food that it's okay to have too much of?" and "Why is peanut butter with the meat group?" Remember to make time to complete the Ethnic Food Project by Monday.
Students worked on reviewing spelling words and reviewing arithmetic work. In language they continued writing sentences with a focus on correct grammar using words that need helping words.
Students attended gym and French class today.
We worked on our 3-D map of Canada today, this time adding a legend and title to our maps. Students had fun working with play dough again as our legend had to be 3-D too.
We ended the day working on math. Grade 3s worked on reviewing concepts in their length, perimeter, and area unit in preparation for their unit test which will be on Monday. Grade 4s used a 1-cm grid to measure area in square centimetres.
Homework & Reminders:
Students worked on reviewing spelling words and reviewing arithmetic work. In language they continued writing sentences with a focus on correct grammar using words that need helping words.
Students attended gym and French class today.
We worked on our 3-D map of Canada today, this time adding a legend and title to our maps. Students had fun working with play dough again as our legend had to be 3-D too.
We ended the day working on math. Grade 3s worked on reviewing concepts in their length, perimeter, and area unit in preparation for their unit test which will be on Monday. Grade 4s used a 1-cm grid to measure area in square centimetres.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling
- MMS 3 Study for Monday's test
- MMS 4 p. 154 & 155
- Arithmetic p. 177 & 178
- Work on Ethnic Food Project - due on Monday
- Look our for a letter about SJA House Hoodies coming home today
- Tomorrow is the last day of the bake sale
- Scholastic orders are due tomorrow
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Rice!
Students enjoyed a reading of Everyone Cooks with Rice. They heard the many ways different culures prepare and enjoy this grain. Students then reflected on and shared the ways that their families' cook and enjoy rice. It was a yummy-sounding discussion. Students have an Ethnic Food Project coming home today. Look out for the letter and package in your child's backpack. The project is due back at school on Monday, May 6.
Students continued reviewing list 31 spelling words, and practicing how to write a fraction of a group in arithmetic. In language, we have begun working on word usage with words that do and do not need a helping word. Ask your child to explain what a helping word is and what words do and do not need a helping word.
Students attended gym and French class today.
We ended the day working on math. Grade 3s worked on using a model as a strategy to solve word problems. Grade 4s reviewed what they know about area and used congruent squares to estimate and find area in square units.
Homework & Reminders:
Students continued reviewing list 31 spelling words, and practicing how to write a fraction of a group in arithmetic. In language, we have begun working on word usage with words that do and do not need a helping word. Ask your child to explain what a helping word is and what words do and do not need a helping word.
Students attended gym and French class today.
We ended the day working on math. Grade 3s worked on using a model as a strategy to solve word problems. Grade 4s reviewed what they know about area and used congruent squares to estimate and find area in square units.
Homework & Reminders:
- Spelling
- MMS 4 p. 152 & 153
- Language p. 102 & 103
- Arithmetic p. 175 & 176
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