WORKIN' ON...

Here's a brief note of what we're currently working on in class.

If you have further questions or inquiries, feel free to contact me or ask your child directly!

Language

We're currently working on:

  • Literary Devices

    • identifying and using literacy and poetic devices (e.g., metaphors, alliteration)

    • creating works using different types and forms (e.g., acrostic, limericks)

    • creating meaningful work (e.g., writing about global issues) through creativity using the writing process

We're always working on:

  • word work
  • reading/comprehension strategies
  • grammar and language rules
  • communication skills (speaking and listening)

Math

We're currently working on:

  • Measurement

  • Surface area and Volume

  • Geometric Reasoning

    • similarities (i.e., angles and propotional side lengths)

    • tessellations and transformations (e.g, translation, rotation)

    • Pythagorean theorem

  • Algebraic Expressions

    • monomials, binomials, coefficients

We're always working on:

  • automatic recall of operations
  • representing mathematic concepts
  • problem-solving (particularily with words)
  • developing a greater relationship to math

Science

We're currently working on:

  • Characteristics of Fluids

    • Ability to flow

    • Particle Theory

  • Viscosity

    • Adhesion vs. Cohesion

  • Buoyancy

    • Archimedes' Principle

  • Density

    • Density = Mass/Volume

The Arts

(Dance was covered last term)

We're currently working on:

  • Elements of Drama

    • Learning to engage in role/character

  • Visual Arts - Using the Elements and Principles of Design

    • One-point perspective art (space)

    • 3D Figures


History

(Geography was covered last term)

We're currently working on:

  • Canada 1850 ~ 1914

    • Road to Confederation

    • Experiences of different colonies and people groups

    • Expanding West (e.g., Manitoba)

We've worked on:

  • Global Inequalities: Economic Development and Quality of Life

    • Population pyramids

    • Measurement of quality (e.g., HDI, access to healthcare, drinking water)

    • Factors affecting economy (e.g., access to resources, GDP)

Health

(Phys. Ed. is covered by Mr. Caunce)

We're currently working on:

  • Risk Reducing Behaviours

    • Understanding risks and consquences (including violence)

    • Concussions and Injury prevention

We've worked on:

  • Mental Health Literacy

    • Strategies to help us enhance our ability to face challenges in life

    • Counteracting stigma around mental health

    • Healthy Eating Habits

      • Micronutrients/Macronutrients

NOTE: This is only for the classes that are covered in the homeroom by Mr. Fukushima. For information on other rotary classes, please contact the appropriate teacher for information!