October11/07

In Math we have been learning about patterns that repeat and grow. Some of the essential targets are learning how to recognize, build, and extend patterns. We are also learning how to communicate our learning. Students are learning that once they find a rule, they can predict the pattern.

1. Building the next term/model
2. Making a T chart and/or
3. Graphing data will all help to find the rule

The slides below are some of the examples we have been using on the SMART board.

In Science we have been learning research and experimental skills. The students researched and summarized information about Tenebrio Molitors (alias "the mealworm"). However, they are not worms, rather they are anthropods.

In ELA we are continuing to revise the content of our stories. We are trying to use powerful words and phrase to enhance our writing such as adjectives and adverbs. We are also trying to use dialogue to draw our audiences closer into the action of the story, to create mood and setting and to develop the characters. In our Home Reading Program we are also trying to notice how the words and phrases develop the story elements. We encourage parents to continue to focus their discussions, when reading with their child, on similar goals.

I encourage parents to continue reading with their child, to practice some of the interactive math games they are learning and to review daily what they are learning.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact me at gswintak@pembinatrails .ca.