Learning Themes

APRIL 2024

Math

• addition, subtraction,  multiplication, division facts

• decimals and fractions

• measurement (metric and customary) and conversions

• times table quiz each week

ELA

• Write a persuasive essay (5 paragraphs) about an opinion from Prairie Lotus.

• Unit 5 Grammar - Verbs

• Continuing: Comprehension practice passages and weekly questions

• Continuing: Edit and correct sentences. Use proofreading marks.

• April writing prompts.

• Poetry/New novel: Moo by Sharon Creech

Religion

• Mission and Ecumenism.

• Corporal and Spiritual works of mercy.

Social Studies

• The beginning of the MD colony

• Life in colonial MD.

• Read The World Turned Upside Down by Ann Jensen.

Science

• Energy

• Waves