Livingston Christian Schools Fifth Grade Sept. 28-Oct.2

Bible: As we continue the study of Genesis, we come to period of time in which Abraham lived. Even today, we enjoy the convenant that God with him and learn about his promised son, Isaac. Quiz 2 is set for Tuesday, Sept. 29. Students have notes from which to study. Memory work on Psalms 19:1-6 is due Friday, Oct. 2.

Spelling: List 3 words are agriculture terms. The pre-test and final test are set for Wednesday and Friday, respectively. Spelling sentences are due Thursday, Oct. 1.

Language Arts: The reading selection is entitled How Did We Find Out the Earth is Round?, pgs. 122-139. While reading, students should pay attention to the questions and conjectures offered by the author. The comprehension quiz is set for Wednesday, Sept. 30 and will be due the next day.

Grammar lessons focus on the review of helping, compound, and being verbs in addition to selecting the principal parts of selected verbs. A test will be scheduled for next week.

Writing Workshop time will be devoted to editing and revising the kitchen story. It should be typed, double-spaced in 12 font by Friday, Oct. 2. I will work with students individually to make corrections.

Math: Chapter 1 math test is set for Monday, Sept. 28. Chapter 2 highlights measuring length, perimeter and area, and scale drawings.

History: This week, each student will be assigned an explorer from the 1400-1500's to research and prepare a presentation for the class. This in-school project will take several weeks.

Science: Students will use their posters they created last week to teach the class about the 6 systems of the body. Notes will be given to help students prepare for the upcoming science test next week.

Other:
*Spare $1 campaign - thank you for all who have participated - keep the bucks coming!
*Ice cream social open house is Tuesday, Sept. 29 @ 5 PM. Classrooms open at 5:30 PM.
*Book report due Wed., Sept. 30.
*Field trip coming soon! We're going to the Health Exploration Station on ______. Please return the attached sheet indicating your preferences.
*Each student needs to donate three cleaned, labels removed 2-liter pop bottles by Oct. 2. These will be used for an upcoming science project.

Fifth Grade - Livingston Christian Schools Sept. 21

Bible: In lesson 2, we review the results of sin and the blessing of redemption in the lives of Adam and Eve. Later, we apply these truths to our own lives. Bible quiz 2 is set for next Tuesday, Sept. 29. On Friday, Sept. 25, students will be responsible for memorizing Psalm 19:1-4.

Spelling: List 2 words are terms found in the home. Spelling sentences are due Thursday, Sept. 24. The pre-test and final test are scheduled for Wednesday and Friday, respectively.

Language Arts: The reading selection is entitled The Struggle for an Education, pgs. 68-75. The comprehension quiz will be on Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Grammar lessons will continue to focus on the verb part of speech. Helping verbs, being verbs, verb phrases, and irregular verbs will be reviewed. A grammar test will likely be scheduled next week.

Writing Workshop time will be devoted to thinking about varying sentence structure to make more interesting sentences. To do this, each student will draw a map of the kitchen in their home. Then, based on the map, they will brainstorm as many stories as they can about the kitchen. Perhaps a funny thing happened with the dishwasher or maybe the dog ate something off the counter. Do you have a special memory making a tasty treat with a family member? Another important part of this assignment is to share a recipe that is "kid friendly." Do you have an easy recipe you use to make a special treat? If you don't, ask Mom or Dad to help you find a recipe that you'd like to try. Please type and turn in the recipe by Monday, Oct. 5. The map drawing and story writing will be completed at school.

Math: Lessons will focus on the following concepts: Using mental math and equations, problem solving strategies, reviewing previous material. A math test is slated for Monday, Sept. 28.

History: Exploration in the 1400-1500's coming soon!

Science: How do cells of organisms compare? How are cells organized? All living organisms are organized into six kingdoms: bacteria, protists, fungi, plant and animal. Cells join together to form the structures that perform basic life functions: cells, tissues, organs, systems, organisms.


Other:
*Spare $1 campaign
*Jello cell due Monday, Sept. 21
*Balance of Power multi-media program Wed., Sept. 23
*Each student needs 3 two-liter pop bottles, cleaned and labels removed by Oct. 1
*Book Report due Wed., Sept. 30

*Ice Cream Social, Tuesday, Sept. 29

Fifth Grade - Livingston Christian Schools Sept. 14-18

Bible: We will study portions of Genesis and Revelation to see the "book ends" of God's plan for man. Notes will be provided to prepare for Bible Quiz 1 on Thursday, Sept. 17. Bible memory, Psalms 19:1-2, will be tested in WRITING on Friday, Sept. 18.

Spelling: List 1 pre-test is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 16. If 100% is earned on this pre-test, the student does not have to take the test again on Friday, but if just one word is misspelled, the final test is set for Friday, Sept. 18. A new list will be sent home on Friday to be studied over the weekend.

Language Arts: The reading selection this week is entitled Mukasa at School, pgs. 40-45. As we enjoy this story, we see how Mukasa's first experiences with reading are exciting. A comprehension quiz is set for Wednesday, Sept. 16. and should be turned in by Thursday, Sept. 17.

Grammar lessons provide practice in locating singular and compoud verbs in sentences.

Writing Workshop time provide time to write or read. This week students will write descriptions of scenery. We will learn how choosing the right verb to use in a sentence can make writing more interesting. In fact, we will have a funeral to bury "dead verbs."

Math: Lessons will cover concepts such as powers, exponents, order of operations, and variables.

History: God speed! That's how people said "good-bye" in the 1400-1500's as many left their homeland to explore the world. We will learn how and why people took such great risks in these expeditions.

Science: Now that we know what is contained within the smallest living things, we will now learn about "animals" that only have ONE cell in their whole body! They are called single-celled organisms. Some words you will learn are cilia, flagellum, diffusion, and osmosis. Students will be assigned a project to create a model of a plant or animal cell at home. Please see the attached sheet for requirements. This is due Monday, Sept. 28.

Other:
*Spare a $1!!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations Christopher on winning a chance for the money vault!!
*Book report book. Create reading plan so you finish it on time, leaving several days to do the sandwich - Due Sept. 30.
*3 Screen Multi-Media presentation about Honesty and Truth coming to LCS on Sept. 23.
*Each student needs three 2-liter pop bottles, washed and labels removed by Oct. 1.
*Make sure parents are aware of the updated Safety Patrol Schedule sent home last Friday.

5th Grade Blog Sept. 8-11

Bible: In the beginning . . . Genesis. Fifth graders will be studying the Old Testament this year. We begin by learning how the Bible was written, its purpose, and the ministry of the Holy Spirit. A quiz is scheduled for next week, Sept. 16, on lesson 1. A study guide will be provided this week. In fifth grade, we memorize Bible passages by testing on two verses each week. On Fridays, students will WRITE the verses for the test. The first Bible test will be set for Friday, Sept. 18 on Psalm 19:1-2. Over a period of weeks, students will memorize the entire Psalm!

Spelling:
Language Arts: The reading selection is entitled The Library Card, pgs. 14-45. From this fiction story, we learn a successful learner must be willing to work hard to meet goals. A reading comprehension quiz is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 11. Students are to use their books to answer the multiple choice questions as well as the essay portion. I will model how to respond to the essay questions appropriately.

Grammar lessons will review the part of speech called the verb. Exercises will be completed during school unless the work is not finished.

Writing Workshop time is set aside every day. It is a time set aside for either pleasure reading or writing. The first writing publication will be a historical fiction piece. Students will be guided through the process and given due dates for specific parts of the assignment. Requirements will follow in the coming weeks.

Math: I will give a math assessment test this week to help me determine the level of mathemathical concepts represented among the 5th graders this year. The text we use is actually a sixth grade book, but because the ABeka math they have had, they are usually quite prepared to take this leap into the McDougal Littell math text. Fifth grade is a transition year in preparation for middle school where this program is used. I scaffold the instruction carefully so as to allow for varying levels of ability. The first lessons comprise concepts such as whole number operations, estimating, powers, and exponents. Students use a math notebook while I teach the lessons. This is useful in reviewing for upcoming tests.

History: The time is 1570. It's a time of encounters for Europeans who leave their continent to explore the world. We learn how the world's cultures become interconnected through exploration, understand the Portuguese wanted to find a water route to Asia, and understand the desire for wealth caused competition among many nations to send expeditions around the world. Students will be given requirements for an upcoming project in the following weeks.

Science: Cells are remarkable creations by God. We will learn what they are, why they are important, and how they survive. We will understand how our blood, muscles, bones, and nerves are made of different types of cells. Students will have the opportunity to view cells under a microscope and observe how a single-celled organism feeds itself!

Other:
*Every week you can follow my blog on the LCS website to see what assignments and tests are due. Please feel free to email me at kchapman@livingstonchristianschools.org. I check mail everyday.
*This week, parents get some homework too! Please read the packet I have prepared as well as return the safety patrol schedule and lesson for the teacher with parent feedback.
*September book report is due Sept. 30. Students will receive requirements this week for the "Sandwich Report." Select a book this week, get it approved, and begin reading it NOW!
*Start saving 2 liter pop bottles. We need them for science in the next month. Each student will need three of them. If you have more than three, bring them in anyway. Someone else may want them. WASH them and take off the paper labels too!!
*Can you spare $1 campaign!!!! We are enjoying new technology that we need to pay for!
*I love to have parents help in the classroom or at home. Let me know if you're able. I especially need someone on MONDAY mornings to file student papers. It takes about 10-15 minutes to complete the task.