Specials Schedule Burns’ Homeroom Golden’s Homeroom Tue/Thus.= P.E. Wed/Fri.= P.E. Mon.=Art Mon.=Tech Wed.= Music Tues.= Music Week of December 12, 2016 4 th Grade Newsletter Ms. Burns and Mrs. Golden We are learning… Extended Text: Who is Neil Armstrong? Greek Mythology Reading/Language Arts: How do we determine the theme of a story? How do I determine the main idea and supporting details in a text? How do I determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text (including characters found in mythology)? How do I compare and contrast similar themes and topics in stories, myths and traditional literature from different cultures? Word Study Why is it important to analyze words to find patterns? Why is it important to spell grade appropriate words correctly? Writing What are transitional words and how do we use them when we write? How do I gather information and use it to write an informative essay? How do accomplished writers edit and revise their writing? Math How do I add and subtract mixed numbers? How do I add and subtract improper fractions? How do I use the skills learned and apply them to word problems? Social Studies How did the travels of Christopher Columbus affect us today? How did the Columbian Exchange increase the need and desire for travel? How did exploration in Europe lead to the discovery of Classroom News for the week: Dec. 12- 2 nd Nine Weeks Language Arts Unit Assessment Dec. 12- PTSO Supper with Santa 6:00-7:30 Dec. 12- Candy Cane Day (Dress red and white) Dec. 13- Christmas Concert @ 7:00, with Old School Hot Chocolate, Cookies, and Carols after & Polar Express PJ’s Day Dress in pajamas and appropriate shoes! Dec. 14 – Explorer Trading Cards Due & Ugly Christmas Sweater Day Dec.15 – Unit 3.5 math test & Holiday Movie Day Dress as a character from one of the following movies! *Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer * Elf *Frosty the Snowman * How the Grinch Stole Christmas Dec. 16- Christmas Parties @ 2:00 & Christmas Outfit Day Dress to impress on party day in your BEST Red, Green, and White! Dec. 19- 30 Christmas Holidays Notes for Parents It is important for students to spend 20 minutes each night independently reading. They may choose to read their A.R. book, homework activities, or any other reading material they are interested in. Research shows students who read 20 minutes per day increase their fluency and comprehension skills. How to contact us: [email protected] and cgolden @effingham.k12.ga.us You may also call the school’s office (754-5522). Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Reading: Read 20 minutes Reading Log/ Parent Signature Math: Timed Test NBP 99 Odd Reading: Read 20 minutes Reading Log/ Parent Signature Math: Timed Test NBP 91 Even Reading: Read 20 minutes Reading Log/ Parent Signature Math: Timed Test Unit test Review Reading: Read 20 minutes Reading Log/ Parent Signature Math: Timed Test No Homework