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Outstanding!: I’d like to take a moment to highlight a few important people from our classroom who have displayed characteristics of Be Nice, Work Hard and Learn Well, along with responsibility and a growth mindset attitude. A big thank you to Hayden, Ryan, Samson and Kylie for making a choice to be positive examples! You all are “Outstanding!”
Here’s what we’ve been studying in Fourth Grade!
Math: Unit 4: Equations and Word Problems – We began by learning about Situational and Solution Equations, as well as applying our knowledge of and use of Comparison Bars to help us with story problems. The children are learning how to locate key words and interpret the information to help determine if they are to add, subtract, multiply or divide. Some questions can be complex, so the homework sheets are a helpful way to practice and reinforce their learning.
Reading: Non-Fiction Text – We are currently reading non-fiction text and are learning how these types of books are set up, and how to develop skills and habits essential for informational reading.
Writing: Literary Essays – We are reading wonderful short stories like “The Marble Champ,” and “The Stray” and are learning how to read and think about what the big idea of the story is. This big idea then jump starts our learning and writing practice of a literary essay and its structure.
Science: We are beginning a new science curriculum in Hudsonville called, “Phenomenal Science.” A letter will be sent home with your child to explain a little bit about this new program. We have begun to discuss the steps we will take in the scientific process and are eager to dive into the lessons.
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Important Information and Reminders:
*PE Apparel: If interested in ordering, you may order online at this link through Feb. 1, or you may order by returning your payment with this printable paper form by Feb. 1: PE Apparel Order Form 2019-1tinlsi
*Winter Wear: Please have your child dress for the COLD temperatures. Boots, coats, hats, mittens, scarves…. and double check that all gear is labeled with their last name.
*Early Release Day: We will dismiss at 12:15pm on Friday, Feb. 1. Please let your child know if you would like them to order a sack lunch that day.
*Mid-Winter Break: No School on Mon., Feb. 4 and Tues., Feb. 5.
*Valentine’s Day: Our party will take place on Thurs., Feb. 14, from 2:30-3:30pm. Volunteers have been contacted with specific information. A letter regarding our Valentine Exchange will arrive home early this week.
*Homework: Read a minimum of 20 minutes every night. Remember to log the time and pages on your reading log and return it to school each day.
*Math Homework: Please continue to encourage your child to independently try their personal best and return it the following day to school.
*Backpack Snack: Thank you for packing a healthy daily snack for your child.
*Library: Thank you for your support! Please continue to help your child return their library book(s) each Wednesday so that they may check out new books of interest.
Please be safe and stay warm in this wintery weather!!
: ) Mrs. Estefan
