Reading - "Making a Splash" (4.RI.1 / 4.L.4)
This week, students will read the informational text, "Making a Splash" Students will define vocabulary terms and identify main the main ideas and supporting details as it relates to the text. When determining the main idea, students should look at what the text is mostly about. The main idea of a text can be explicit, or stated at the beginning of the paragraph. The main idea can also be implied, meaning that the readers must look at the supporting details and determine how they are related in the text.
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.
In addition to reading, "Making a Splash," students will continue to read the fiction novel, Stone Fox . Stone Fox is a story about a young boy named Willy who is determined to help save his ailing grandfather and their potato farm. Willy and his dog, Searchlight, undergo great strength and persistence in keeping the farm and grandfather alive! While reading this exciting novel, students will learn continue to monitor their comprehension, create questions and connections while they read, and learn new vocabulary terms. Students will have a quiz on chapters 1-5 on Wednesday, 10/23. Students should review their study guide packets.
* Homework - Read 30+ Minutes Daily
Grammar - Possessive Nouns (4.L.1)
This week, students will identify possessive nouns. A possessive noun shows who or what owns or has something. Students will be assessed on their understanding of possessive nouns on Friday, 10/24.
Math - Long Division (4.NBT.6)
This week, students will divide one digit numbers up to four digit numbers including remainders using long division. Students should understand that division is the opposite math operation to multiplication. It is important that students know their basic multiplication facts to help them with division. Students will need to know the following vocabulary terms related to division: dividend, divisor, remainder, quotient, remainder, multiples, factors, and subtract. Students will use area models area models and mnemonic devices to help them remember the steps of long division. Students will be assessed on their understanding of long division on Friday, 10/24.
Homework
Students will have 4.NBT.6 homework each night.
Please check out the "links for learning" page for fun and interactive learning games!
Writing - Personal Narrative
This week, students will continue to write about their "bad day" experience like the fictional character from the story, Alexander, and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Students will peer-edit, revise, and proofread their work. Students will begin writing and illustrating their final drafts.
Spelling - Three-Letter Blends (4.L.2)
This week, students will identify and spell words with the three-letter blends. Students will be assessed on their spelling words on Friday, 10/24. A homework page is assigned each night for spelling practice and word recognition.
Science -
This week, students will continue to identify and classify plants and animals according to the characteristics of living things.
REMINDERS -
10/21 - "Girl's Night Out" Family Reading Night (Girls only); 6pm-8pm @ Castle Laraway
10/21 - Book Fair (Open for everyone to purchase books); 6pm - 8pm
10/20 - 10/24 - Book Fair (Open for purchase during school hours)
10/23 - "Dude's and Donuts" (Boy's only); 7am - 8am
10/31 - 1/2 Day Early Dismissal @ 11:30
* 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.
* If you send any snacks to school for lunch or birthday/holiday treats, please make sure all food items are PEANUT-FREE. Check out the "Student Health" page on the Laraway Website for more information.
* 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
HAVE A GREAT WEEK! - Mrs. Reyes
This week, students will read the informational text, "Making a Splash" Students will define vocabulary terms and identify main the main ideas and supporting details as it relates to the text. When determining the main idea, students should look at what the text is mostly about. The main idea of a text can be explicit, or stated at the beginning of the paragraph. The main idea can also be implied, meaning that the readers must look at the supporting details and determine how they are related in the text.
Weekly Vocabulary Terms -
- similar
- achieved
- challenges
- varied
- designed
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.
In addition to reading, "Making a Splash," students will continue to read the fiction novel, Stone Fox . Stone Fox is a story about a young boy named Willy who is determined to help save his ailing grandfather and their potato farm. Willy and his dog, Searchlight, undergo great strength and persistence in keeping the farm and grandfather alive! While reading this exciting novel, students will learn continue to monitor their comprehension, create questions and connections while they read, and learn new vocabulary terms. Students will have a quiz on chapters 1-5 on Wednesday, 10/23. Students should review their study guide packets.
* Homework - Read 30+ Minutes Daily
Grammar - Possessive Nouns (4.L.1)
This week, students will identify possessive nouns. A possessive noun shows who or what owns or has something. Students will be assessed on their understanding of possessive nouns on Friday, 10/24.
Math - Long Division (4.NBT.6)
This week, students will divide one digit numbers up to four digit numbers including remainders using long division. Students should understand that division is the opposite math operation to multiplication. It is important that students know their basic multiplication facts to help them with division. Students will need to know the following vocabulary terms related to division: dividend, divisor, remainder, quotient, remainder, multiples, factors, and subtract. Students will use area models area models and mnemonic devices to help them remember the steps of long division. Students will be assessed on their understanding of long division on Friday, 10/24.
Homework
Students will have 4.NBT.6 homework each night.
Please check out the "links for learning" page for fun and interactive learning games!
Writing - Personal Narrative
This week, students will continue to write about their "bad day" experience like the fictional character from the story, Alexander, and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Students will peer-edit, revise, and proofread their work. Students will begin writing and illustrating their final drafts.
Spelling - Three-Letter Blends (4.L.2)
This week, students will identify and spell words with the three-letter blends. Students will be assessed on their spelling words on Friday, 10/24. A homework page is assigned each night for spelling practice and word recognition.
Science -
This week, students will continue to identify and classify plants and animals according to the characteristics of living things.
REMINDERS -
10/21 - "Girl's Night Out" Family Reading Night (Girls only); 6pm-8pm @ Castle Laraway
10/21 - Book Fair (Open for everyone to purchase books); 6pm - 8pm
10/20 - 10/24 - Book Fair (Open for purchase during school hours)
10/23 - "Dude's and Donuts" (Boy's only); 7am - 8am
10/31 - 1/2 Day Early Dismissal @ 11:30
* 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.
* If you send any snacks to school for lunch or birthday/holiday treats, please make sure all food items are PEANUT-FREE. Check out the "Student Health" page on the Laraway Website for more information.
* 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
- 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