Social Studies

Iowa History:

We are changing things up a bit here. Last week we were comparing maps of Iowa and making connections that all the underground railroad paths lead towards the Mississippi River to help slaves escape towards the north. Iowa was once called "The Land Between Two Rivers". While rivers were once the pathways of travel, now we use roads. This week plan the ultimate Iowa Road Trip. Using a map of Iowa (most have a copy from supplies picked up, but this can easily be found at a local rest stop or click here to access the Iowa DOT electronic version.)

Your trip should include:

• starting point
• the cardinal directions
• names of roads/highways/interstates
• cities/towns
• estimated time/distance of travel
• landmarks/points of interest (this can include family visits)
• should bring you back home
• Include a summary of why you chose your route

Math

Tuesday:

Review for mid-check by looking at these reteach pages.

If you found success last week take a look at these challenge pages.

Wednesday:

Chapter 8 mid-check

Textbook pages 351-352

Thursday:

Lesson 8.4

Look at the reteach page that breaks down the steps or check out some problems in your textbook. Instructional videos can be found under the Math tab for week 4.

Practice book page 173-174

Friday:

Lesson 8.5

Look at the reteach page that breaks down the steps or check out some problems in your textbook. Instructional videos can be found under the Math tab for week 4.

Practice book page 175-176

5W Reading: Unit 6 week 2

Tuesday:

Introduce vocabulary:

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Use this list to find the definitions of each word. Then write a sentence for each of the vocabulary words that shows your understanding of the meaning.

Respond to essential question: What actions can we take to get along with others?

Read "The Bully". Links: part 1 and part 2

Also, answer the questions at the bottom of the last page in the story, page 399.

Begin new spelling list (*Both lists have similar words and focus on the same pattern. Typically 15 or more words are the exact same.):

Blue Group (grade level expectation)

Green Group (provides a slight challenge by adding inflectional endings and other slight variations)

Grammar: Comparing adverbs pg. 131

Packet can be found here.

Wednesday:

Read "The Battle of the Bedroom" for fluency practice. Read for 1 minute and record how many words you read. Finish the story and answer the comprehension questions. Time yourself again for 1 minute and see if you improve on your reading.

Spelling:Practice spelling by creating the sentences that you plan to use on your test. Look up the words in the dictionary if needed and have a family member check the grammar.

Grammar: The differences between good and well, more and most pg. 133

Vocabulary: Make sure you are reviewing your vocabulary to prepare for the quiz included in the Selection quiz.

Thursday:

Read "The Friend Who Changed My Life" in your large Wonders book. Complete the selection quiz which also includes vocabulary.

Spelling: Practice as you typically would. If you need a challenge, put them into alphabetical order without looking at your list. Games and alternative activities can be found on Spelling City or the Wonders website.

Friday:

Send Mrs. Weber a message about what independent books you have been reading while at home. Do you like it? Have you read it before? What are the main characters up to? What predictions do you have about what's happening? Use this link to begin filling out a story structure if you'd like.

Spelling:Take spelling test that includes 3-5 sentences using a minimum of 5 spelling words.

Grammar:Quiz pg. 135

Writing prompts

• Are you more like a hard-boiled egg or a scrambled egg? Explain.
• National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day is held each year the day after income taxes are due. Why do you think it is held on this day? When would be a good time to have a National Wear Your Pajamas to School Day? Explain (I bet this year there are more people participating than ever before since many are working from home.)
• April 15th is Income Tax Pay Day....well in a normal year it is. Pretend that you are old enough to vote. Would you vote for a presidential candidate who said that she or he would eliminate the income tax for all Americans? Explain. (Think about what we use taxes for, as discussed in BizTown preparation lessons. If you are unsure ask someone in your family.)
• April is Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month. Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper expressing your thoughts on animal cruelty.

Bonus poetry: April is national poetry month. Use the following to inspire you to write a poem.

Write an acrostic poem about your favorite plant that should be growing soon since it is spring. This can be a flower, a vegetable, or even a special type of tree you have in your backyard.

**Acrostic poems are where you write the word vertically down one side of your paper and each letter in that word becomes the first letter in each line.

***Remember, not all poetry rhymes. Lyric poems don't and are often related to nature. Look back to Unit 4 Week 5 in Wonders to see some examples of lyric poetry.

*****Poetry is filled with descriptive words and figurative language, like similes, metaphors, alliterations, and onomatopoeias (bang!, pow!, boom!).