Thursday, April 4

In Math today, we discussed topics that we would like to review. Some of them are geometry, measuring angles, measurement conversions, word problems and application of skills, and vocabulary. Over the next couple weeks, we will be practicing and reviewing in preparation for the upcoming OAA's. We caught up with Ernie in Puddlejumpers where his best friend has been adopted. We felt torn because we were happy for Nate but sad for Ernie... In Reader's Workshop, we worked with vocabulary, read, some worked in Guided Reading groups, some visited the library... Our spelling and finding the spelling of unknown words was our focus in Writer's Workshop and I'm noticing that since I've been handing out Spelling Tickets, our spelling has improved! Go figure! :) Finally, we ended our day with Science and learning about Physical Changes. Students used sandpaper on wood, put food coloring in water, tore apart cotton balls, etc. to demonstrate their understanding.