Week of January 17

Religion

The students will finish their study of the Holy Trinity. On Monday, the students will illustrate how Jesus is a model of respect in our lives. Throughout the week the students will identify characteristics of the Holy Spirit. On Friday, the students will learn about the Fruits of the Spirit and how they are present in our own lives.

Everyday Math

Unit 6 begins. This week the students will learn how to add three addends, as well as solve comparison number stories. The majority of the week will be spent reviewing problem-solving strategies and number models. Please look for a new family letter and home links.

Daily 5

Daily 5 routines and Guided Reading groups Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

Mini-Lessons: -Identifying Main Idea & Details in a non-fiction text

Being a Writer

The students will listen to the book Kate & Pippin: An Unlikely Love Story. This is a fascinating book about a deer and fawn who befriend one another. The students will use this non-fiction text to guide their development of writing questions and facts about true information.

Social Studies

Continents Unit continues!  The students will engage in a study of the 7 continents and 5 oceans. The students will learn about the location of each continent, as well as a major land form for each continent. Get ready for a fun and catchy tune sung by your very own!