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.
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.
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