March 16th-20th
Math: Our students have been learning all about geometry! They have reviewed lines, line segments, rays, and angles. They have done a great job using protractors, measuring angles, and determining whether an angle is acute, obtuse, right, or straight.
In addition to our regular lessons, we have also begun preparing for the Forward Exam. This means that part of our math instructional time is spent reviewing concepts from the beginning of the year. The primary goal of this type of review is to hone skills students acquired at the beginning of the school year, in order to do their best on the exams.
Reading: We recently finished our novel study, which came from the book "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler." The students really enjoyed the text, and it was used as the foundation for their own narrative writing. We discussed things like character change and development, story arc and development, and how important plot twists are in writing.
Writing: Students have been developing their own narrative stories. We spent a lot of time learning about the exposition of a story, and how important it is to providing background for our readers. Additionally, we have been reviewing story development, dialogue, and how to craft an interesting ending to our stories. The students have really done a fantastic job with this writing unit, and it's incredible to see how much they have grown as writers this year!