OPERATION: TIGER EXCELLENCE

YOUR WEEKLY BRIEFING FROM ADMIRAL MCRAVEN

LESSON 8:  RISE TO THE OCCASION

Challenges are going to show up—sometimes when you least expect them! When things get tough, you have a choice: back down or rise to the challenge. Admiral McRaven reminds us that difficult moments can show us how strong, brave, and determined we really are.

This week, your mission is to face challenges instead of running from them. Take a deep breath, believe in yourself, ask for help when you need it, and take the next step forward.

Remember: You don't have to be fearless to be brave—you just have to keep moving forward!

MISSION:  STEP UP & STAND STRONG

MATH - Next week in math,  students will learn how to solve 2-Digit by 2-Digit Multiplication Using Standard Algorithm which we will call "Turtle Method."   Students will learn the steps for this strategy. Below is a link to the steps for "Turtle Method." 

Here are a few ideas for extra practice at home.

1.  Practice memorizing your multiplication facts. Use flash cards. 

2. Have your child show you how to solve 2-Digit by 2-Digit Multiplication Using Area Model Strategy.

🐢Link to Turtle Method 

⭐Savvas Math Link: Math Family Connection Activities-Topic 4

SCIENCE- This week students will have their first Unit TEKS Check covering the physical properties of matter (physical states, temperature, relative density, mass, and magnetism), mixtures and solutions, and conservation of matter. 

SOCIAL STUDIES- Students will have their second Unit TEKS Check on Monday, October 5. Next, students will read Studies Weekly week 8 to explain what European explorers accomplished during the Age of Exploration. 

ELA-This week, our readers will begin Module 3 on Tuesday. The focus for this module is exploring how people rise to the occasion. This week, we’ll be “jazzing things up” with the story Rent Party Jazz. Students will “swing” into synthesizing ideas, “strike the right note” as they notice the author’s craft and how language creates voice, and “keep the beat” while exploring plot elements and the importance of the historical setting. Finally, they’ll “improvise” their thinking to determine the theme and the author’s message. We can’t wait to see our readers hit all the right notes as they dive into this new module! September Learning Menu was Due 10/2

*******Library book return/checkout on MONDAYS********

✏️ Writing:  Last Friday, the students  experienced a book tasting experience to select their top 3 research choices. They will begin to  explore obstacles, risks, and major accomplishments of assigned historical figures. Along the way, they “mustache” the right questions to guide their thinking. With a clear focus in mind, students will begin researching and collecting evidence to support their work. We are excited to see them rise to the occasion as young writers and researchers! 

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