February 5th -9th

Writing:
This is the last week of persuasive writing and every student is finishing up their travel brochure. Students have written convincing segments on their favorite places and are creating an eye-catching final copy.

Reading:
Fables, folktales, fairy tales, oh my! We are diving into a fun unit covering fables, folktales, fairy tales, myths, and tall tales. Students will learn the difference between the different types of stories and be able to point out distinguishing factors of them. We will compare and contrast different stories that we read and figure out the moral in them all.

Math:
We are learning about fractions this week. Students will learn that a fraction must have fair or equal parts and will practice naming the fraction. Students will play games, solve problems, and complete I-Spies to practice their new fraction skills.

Science:
Our study of weather will continue as students practice recording the weather each day. We will also review the seasons and make appropriate clothing and activity choices for each season.

Question of the week:
What is the world's tallest lighthouse? Where is it located?

Reminders:
Spirit Night: February 7th at Catfish Parlour
Field trip: February 9th
Skate Night: February 9th
Valentine's Box due: February 13th
Valentine's Day Party: February 14th 1:30-2:30
No school: February 19th and 20th