Fifth Grade Livingston Christian Schools Oct. 5-9

Bible: After applying life lessons from Abraham, Sarah, and Isaac, we move on to Jacob and Esau. We will meditate upon the principle that a man reaps what he sows. Lesson 3 quiz will be on Wednesday, Oct. 7. The Bible memory test on Psalm 19:1-8 is set for Friday, Oct. 9.

Spelling: List 4 words are plural terms. Spelling sentences are due Thursday, Oct. 8. The pre-test and final test are set for Wednesday and Thursday, respectively.

Language Arts: the reading selection this week is entitled Sun and Calendars, pgs. 156-165. We will observe how this author used strong topic sentences. On Wednesday, Oct. 7, the comprehension quiz will be distributed.

Grammar lessons will continue to focus on spelling irregular verbs as well as reviewing helping verbs, compound verbs, and being verbs. A test will be scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 8.

Writing Workshop time will be devoted to supporting students in writing historical fiction. As part of the Explorer's Project, each student has been assigned an explorer from the 1400-1500's. Just as ancient explorers kept journals of their expeditions, each student will write a "pretend" journal including the criteria defining historical fiction such as a story that takes place in the past, a plot that includes events from history, period dialogue and vocabulary.

Math: Lessons will include concepts such as bar graphs, coordinates, line graphs, and circle graphs.

History: Students have been assigned an explorer for which they will be researching and creating items to teach the class about this person's life. Students have received an outline of the requirements for this in-school project. Presentations will be shared on Wednesday, Oct. 14 so all parts should be completed by that time.

Science: A test on cells, single-celled organisms, and human body systems is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 9 after the field trip. Students have received a study packet and should use this to prepare for the test.

Other:

*Monday, Oct. 5 Fun at the Field to wrap up U of M/MSU week.

*Health Exploration Station Field trip - Friday, Oct. 9. Depart LCS at 8:30 and arrive back by 2:00. Bring money for a subway lunch. Mrs. Weeks, Mrs. Frederick, and Miss Chapman will be driving.

*Book report for Oct. is an information text which must have at least 100 pages.

*Grandparent's Day or Special Friend Day, Friday, Oct. 16. Let them know now so they can set aside the afternoon to visit with you at school. An invitation will be coming home soon.