Reading - "The Astronaut and the Onion" (4.RL.1 / 4.L.4)
This week, students will read the fiction text, "The Astronaut and the Onion." Students will define vocabulary terms, summarize the text, and identify character traits of the main characters, Gloria and Dr. Street. When you analyze character traits, you look at the actions of the characters as well as what they say.
Weekly Vocabulary Terms -
Students will continue to work daily in their learning centers to focus on reading comprehension, word work for spelling and vocabulary, writing, and reading non-fiction text on the program, Kidbiz3000.
* Homework - Read 30+ Minutes Daily
Grammar - Complex Sentences & Run-On Sentences (4.L.1)
This week, students will identify complex sentences. Students will also also be able to identify run-on sentences and how to add appropriate punctuation.
Homework
- Grammar WB page 17; due Wed. 9/24
- Grammar WB page 22; due Thurs. 9/25
Math - Multi-step Word Problems (4.OA.3)
This week, students will solve word word problems that involve more than 1 step. These word problems will include all four math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). When solving word problems, it is important to read the text carefully and solve the problem in steps. It is also important to look for key words that may help to identify which math operation may be used in solving the problem. Students will also continue to solve word problems in their learning centers. Students will be assessed on multi-step word problems on Friday, 9/26.
Please check out the "links for learning" page for fun and interactive learning games!
Writing - Personal Narrative
This week, students will continue to identify the steps of the writing process with their personal narrative about their favorite summer experience. Students will continue to peer-edit, revise, and proofread their work. Students will begin writing their final drafts.
Spelling - Long A (4.L.2)
This week, students will identify and spell words with the long i sound. Students will be assessed on their spelling words on Friday, 9/26. A homework page is assigned each night for spelling practice and word recognition.
Homework
- Spelling WB 20-21; due Tues. 9/23
- Spelling WB 22; due Wed. 9/24
- Spelling WB 23; due Thurs. 9/25
- Spelling WB 24; due Fri. 9/26
Social Studies - The Northeast Region (4.RI.1)
Students will identify the leadership qualities and life of Cesar Chavez in recognition of Hispanic Americans who have made important contributions in history.
REMINDERS -
* Please continue to support Laraway School through fundraising. A packet of information was sent home with each student last week. Fundraising packets are due Friday, 9/26. Students and families are eligible for prizes based on the fundraising. Go 4C!!!
This week, students will read the fiction text, "The Astronaut and the Onion." Students will define vocabulary terms, summarize the text, and identify character traits of the main characters, Gloria and Dr. Street. When you analyze character traits, you look at the actions of the characters as well as what they say.
Weekly Vocabulary Terms -
- display
- endless
- realistic
- sensible
- protested
- paralyzed
Students will continue to work daily in their learning centers to focus on reading comprehension, word work for spelling and vocabulary, writing, and reading non-fiction text on the program, Kidbiz3000.
* Homework - Read 30+ Minutes Daily
Grammar - Complex Sentences & Run-On Sentences (4.L.1)
This week, students will identify complex sentences. Students will also also be able to identify run-on sentences and how to add appropriate punctuation.
Homework
- Grammar WB page 17; due Wed. 9/24
- Grammar WB page 22; due Thurs. 9/25
Math - Multi-step Word Problems (4.OA.3)
This week, students will solve word word problems that involve more than 1 step. These word problems will include all four math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). When solving word problems, it is important to read the text carefully and solve the problem in steps. It is also important to look for key words that may help to identify which math operation may be used in solving the problem. Students will also continue to solve word problems in their learning centers. Students will be assessed on multi-step word problems on Friday, 9/26.
Homework
- Skills Review; due Tues. 9/23
- Skills Review; due Wed. 9/24
- Skills Review & Word Problems; due Thurs. 9/25
- Skills Review & Word Problems; due Fri. 9/26
- Skills Review; due Tues. 9/23
- Skills Review; due Wed. 9/24
- Skills Review & Word Problems; due Thurs. 9/25
- Skills Review & Word Problems; due Fri. 9/26
Please check out the "links for learning" page for fun and interactive learning games!
Writing - Personal Narrative
This week, students will continue to identify the steps of the writing process with their personal narrative about their favorite summer experience. Students will continue to peer-edit, revise, and proofread their work. Students will begin writing their final drafts.
Spelling - Long A (4.L.2)
This week, students will identify and spell words with the long i sound. Students will be assessed on their spelling words on Friday, 9/26. A homework page is assigned each night for spelling practice and word recognition.
Homework
- Spelling WB 20-21; due Tues. 9/23
- Spelling WB 22; due Wed. 9/24
- Spelling WB 23; due Thurs. 9/25
- Spelling WB 24; due Fri. 9/26
Social Studies - The Northeast Region (4.RI.1)
Students will identify the leadership qualities and life of Cesar Chavez in recognition of Hispanic Americans who have made important contributions in history.
REMINDERS -
* Please continue to support Laraway School through fundraising. A packet of information was sent home with each student last week. Fundraising packets are due Friday, 9/26. Students and families are eligible for prizes based on the fundraising. Go 4C!!!
* Progress Reports will be sent home on Friday, 9/26. Please review your child's grades. Students are expected to return progress reports with a parent signature.
* As the weather begins to change, please make sure your child is dressing appropriately for the outdoors. Students will continue to go outside for recess. Jackets and sweatshirts must be worn when outside. In the classroom, students may only wear a navy blue sweater as per the dress code policy.
Please continue to review the following with your child regarding school-wide and classroom expectations/policies.
- Light Blue Button-Down Shirt / Pull-over Shirt (Must have a collar & No logos)
- Blue, Black, or White Socks
- Dark-colored Loafers or Dress Shoes (NO multi-colored shoes or gym shoes)
- Solid Navy Blue Sweater (No logos)
- Black or Brown Belt
- Are prepared with their materials / classroom assignments / homework
- Follow directions
- Listen
- Are respectful to Self, Others, Learning, and Environment
B 80%-89%
C 70%-79%
D 60%-69%
F 59% and below
HAVE A GREAT WEEK! - Mrs. Reyes
* As the weather begins to change, please make sure your child is dressing appropriately for the outdoors. Students will continue to go outside for recess. Jackets and sweatshirts must be worn when outside. In the classroom, students may only wear a navy blue sweater as per the dress code policy.
Please continue to review the following with your child regarding school-wide and classroom expectations/policies.
- Dress Code - The dress code will be strictly enforced by teaching staff & administration. Please make sure your child wears the following daily:
- Light Blue Button-Down Shirt / Pull-over Shirt (Must have a collar & No logos)
- Blue, Black, or White Socks
- Dark-colored Loafers or Dress Shoes (NO multi-colored shoes or gym shoes)
- Solid Navy Blue Sweater (No logos)
- Black or Brown Belt
- Homework Expectations - Students are generally assigned 2-3 homework assignments each night. They will also need to read and practice their spelling words every night. Except for reading, there is usually no homework assigned on the weekends. Occasionally students may have to review/study over the weekend for an upcoming social studies or science assessment. They also may be required to work on a project over the weekend. I expect students to do their best on all assignments at all times. I also expect students to complete their homework on their own, only asking for help after they have attempted the problem. It is important that I can see what a student is able to accomplish on their own. Please check your child’s homework folder and/or their assignment notebook to see what homework they have each day. When a student has not completed a homework assignment (or the assignment is not fully completed) they will be allowed to turn the assignment in late. However, they will not earn a homework sticker for the day. They will also be required to do their homework during recess time. All assignments will be completed, no matter how many days they are late. If a student chooses to not complete homework on time on a regular basis, then they are choosing to miss out on the learning opportunities and fun activities we do in fourth grade.
- Classroom Expectations - Students are responsible for their actions. It is expected that students:
- Are prepared with their materials / classroom assignments / homework
- Follow directions
- Listen
- Are respectful to Self, Others, Learning, and Environment
- Grading Scale
B 80%-89%
C 70%-79%
D 60%-69%
F 59% and below
- Daily Math & Reading Practice - Please make sure your child is reading every day at home for at least 30 minutes and practicing their basic multiplication facts using XtraMath or flashcards. A flyer was sent home that provides information about how to login to XtraMath from your home computer. This program helps children master their basic math facts in multiplication and division. Flashcards are also great alternative if you do not have internet access. The more students read and practice their math skills, the more they will grow! Please check out the "Links for Learning" page and it will take you directly to the different sites.
HAVE A GREAT WEEK! - Mrs. Reyes