Science--We will begin studying the pattern of the moon as well as a mini-unit on magnetism.
Social Studies--Our new unit is called Thinking Like a Historian. We will be learning about how historians use primary and secondary sources to learn about the past.
Math--We are going to begin a new unit on place value. We'll also travel to the Ann Arbor Hands on Museum (see more info below).
Reading--We are going to study different types of traditional literature including pourquoi tales and folktales.
Writing--The kids have been so excited about Birds of Prey we are going to study a variety of interpretive signs (as a type of feature article) and then write some of our own using what we know about these magnificent birds.
Upcoming Events:
Movie Night, this Friday December 6, doors open at 6 p.m.
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
On Thursday, December 12th we will travel to the Hands On Museum for a program about math.
The event description is below:
Make math fun and reinforce important skills. Practice place value, using simple coordinate systems and solving open equations while being a number in our math games.
The museum has requested that our group bring 7 adults. Please consider joining us on this trip. Check your child's take home folder for the permission slip.
