Our New Novel!

Today, we were introduced to our first novel of the year, The Westing Game. It is a mystery, with many interesting characters and clues to follow. The first two chapters were read aloud by Mrs. Mac, while the class followed and took notes on the various characters that were introduced. We are excited to learn more about the chosen tenants of Sunset Towers.

The fundraiser kickoff to earn money to support our school's special programs and events was held at the end of the day. Packets explaining the fundraiser were sent home in the Friday folders. Please read through the packet! If every student sells two items, we'll be set!

Homework:
Reading - Read through chapters 1-8 in The Westing Game. Prepare your assigned role, based on the first 8 chapters. Continue taking notes on the characters, as discussed in class.

Star-Spangled Banner Day!

Today, our school met outside to celebrate our nation's anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner. We gathered outside, and Mrs. McIlvaine (our chorus teacher) gave a speech about the song and why it was written. Then, a quartet of students from our high school sang the song, in perfect harmony. We enjoyed this meaningful celebration, especially on the heels of remembering 9/11.

No homework this evening! PLEASE JOIN US FOR OPEN HOUSE THIS EVENING FROM 6:00-8:00! Our 6th grade teacher presentations will begin at 7:00.

What is Your Viewpoint?

Today in Language Arts, we practiced looking for clues that author's give to let us in on their point of view. Our new story, Teammates, is a biography. In it, we will learn more about Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier in baseball. As we read our story, we'll be looking closely at words the author uses to describe his subject. This will help us to understand his feelings and point of view.

New vocabulary words were introduced for the story. Those words should be reviewed tonight at home.


We studied Africa's location and geography today, through the use of various maps: political,physical, vegetation, deforestation, and temperatures. The fact that was the most amazing was that Africa is nearly three times larger than the United States. We are looking forward to our study of Africa's geography and culture.

REMEMBER TO SHARE YOUR NEW YEARBOOKS WITH YOUR FAMILIES!

Homework:
Reading - practice book p. 5
Math - Ordering numbers to 100,000
Spelling - practice page 6 (spelling prac. b)
Science - Scientist Research

Let's Say What We Need to Say!

Everything we need to say can be said using four types of sentences! We reviewed the four types and practiced using them in Language Arts. Our journal writing is also coming along well! Once a week, we will share an entry that we're proud of, and today was that day. The writing was impressive!

New spelling words were given today that are a little tricky! Each word uses the ie or ei vowel combination. Practicing nightly will help! Don't forget to use Spelling City on the links section to the right, and remember the rule that was taught in class. This week's story is Teammates! I know you're going to love it!

Everyone was out to prove they could find absolute locations today in Social Studies. Several cities were given and the students were asked to match them with latitude/longitude measurements. Hopefully, no one got lost!

Our Open House at C.I.S. will take place this Wednesday! Please plan to visit us from 6-8 p.m.!

Homework:
Reading - Share Family Times for the week
Math - Patriot Day Parade sheet
Spelling - Trace +2
Science - Science Research