November 20, 2012

Reading and Language Arts  Next week we will begin a new theme called Around Town. We will be reading a story called Chinatown. It is about a boy from Chinatown and everything that happens in Chinatown-a very busy place. We will learn something about Chinese culture, kung fu, and tai chi.

Comprehension Strategies: Summarizing and story structure
Vocabulary Words:  apartment, delivery, handcart, markets, celebrations
High Frequency Words:  winter, heard, lion, during
Grammar Skills:   naming nouns and plurals
Phonics:  Diagraphs:  th, wh, sh, ch

Reading Logs   Please continue to log minutes with your child. November Reading Logs are due Monday, December 3.

Math  We will continue Chapter 8, 2-Digit Subtraction. We will practice 2-digit subtraction and learn how to use addition to check our answers. We will also be estimating differences.

Flash Cards  Students should be working hard to memorize their addition and subtraction facts. To check memorization of these facts, we are taking timed tests. Once your child passes a set of facts, they will move to the next level.  Look in your child's planner to find out what facts they should be working on at home. 

Social Studies  We will begin the unit Our Country Long Ago.  We will learn about the beginnings and growth of our country. They will be introduced to the Native American groups, early settlers who came from Europe, and explorers who led the way for westward expansion. Next week we will be learning about the ways  of life of three Native American groups.
Important Dates & Reminders

Wed/Thurs/Fri, - Nov. 21-23 - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
Mon, Dec. 3 - November Reading Logs are due
Mon, Dec. 24 - Winter break begins

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