I was so hoping for a lovely weekend. I'm sure you enjoyed yesterday, however. Let's hope we have more beautiful days like that ahead!
As the year draws to a close, we still have some loose ends with which to attend. First of all, we have rescheduled a field trip. Permission slips for Suson Park with our buddy class will probably come out sometime this week. The bus fare is already paid for with the money parents invested in the previously cancelled trip. The trip will not take place until the May 23rd.
Another fun activity will be the upcoming Teddy Bear Picnic on May 3rd. We will also share this event with our kindergarten buddies. Each child in our class will need to bring one beach towel or other large towel for the picnic. Third graders should also bring a teddy bear and a snack as well.
Finally, the book fair begins tomorrow. If you would like your child to buy a book, please send money in an envelope with his/her name on it along with the words "Book Fair." We will try to go Monday and Wednesday.
Here is what is happening this week:
Math - We will continue the study of fractions in chapter 26. Our focus will be on adding and subtracting fractions. We will also practice reducing fractions to their lowest common denominator.
Reading - Groups are beginning new books this week! Ask your child which book he or she is now reading for class.
Spelling - Tests include Green Group on Monday and Blue Group on Tuesday,
Health - This week's focus is on the muscular system. We will also talk about the heart as a muscle and in this way tie in the circulatory system as well.
Social Studies - Last week we covered local government. This week we will discuss state government.
Writing - This week is all about writing chapter books. Chapter 1 is a description of characters and setting. Several of the children have already started and some have written a first chapter that makes the reader want to read more. Yeah!
Special Events:
Monday - Book Fair; Green Group spelling test;
Tuesday - Blue Group spelling test;
Wednesday - Library; Book Fair; Early Release Day
Thursday -
Friday - Fun Friday Health Day
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