Reading - This week we will be working on reading informational text and using text features to identify the main topic of paragraphs within the text.  Students will continue to build stamina in their independent reading by reading to self, reading to someone, and visiting the listening center during Daily 5 rotations.   

Writing - This week we will be launching Writer's Workshop.  Students will work on keeping a journal, choosing topics, story mapping, and beginning a story (rough draft).  

Students are continuing to work on using correct end punctuation when writing sentences.     

Math - This week we are working on place value, understanding the value of a digit in a number.  For example 830, what is the value of the 3?  The value of the 3 would be 30.  We will also be working on comparing numbers using great than, less than, or equal to.

Don't forget to practice Rocket Math every night!

Inquiry - On Friday we watched an interactive power point on local government.  Students will be selecting a component of local government to research.  This week we will spend time in the computer lab reseaching and taking notes on our topics of interest.

Thank you to all parents for attending conferences!  We had 100% participation!

Don't forget to volunteer your time at the up coming PTA Halloween Dance.  Even an hour of your time is appreciated.