This is our last full week before the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. We are extremely busy on Team 5-3 this week.
In Math, we are continuing our work on division with two digit divisors. My afterschool help day is Monday and have many students taking the opportunity for extra help. We are teaching long division the traditional method (the way WE learned in school), so feel free to help if your child needs assistance. My homework for the week is as follows (subject to change):
Monday - Practice pages 5.4 & 5.5 practice only
Tuesday - Quick Check 5.4
Wednesday - Quick Check 5.5
Thursday - Practice & Reteaching 5.7
Friday - Q 1-8 on page 140/141
I am anticipating Topic 5 Test Tuesday or Wednesday next week. To reinforce skills and to help with extra credit, please have students complete page 138/139 sets A-F (+5 points).
In Science, we are finishing up our chapter on the Engineering Design Process (unit 2). We will have Unit 2 Test on Friday 11/21. To help with studying, students should know vocabulary, Reread lessons 1 & 3 from the book and review "whole"ly notes for lesson 1 & 3. We will complete Chapter Review in class and complete some practice games at school. A study guide will go home with students tomorrow.
We are also designing prototype wind turbines in class this week. Students have sketched their designs and will put their sketch into action with a build and redesign. Pictures to follow.
Reminders:
Book orders are due 11/18
11/20 - Tie Dye or Patriots Day
11/26 - 1/2 day school no lunch
11/27 & 11/28 - No school.
My team has also put together a study skills slide show. Many parents have asked "How do I help my student study?" Please see the attached link to help your child study core content.
Study Skills Guide
As always, please contact me if you should have any questions.