Reading - This week we will begin working on figuative language. Students will be introduced to idioms and similes. Students continue to rotate through the Daily 5 activities that include read to self, read to someone, work on writing, listen to reading, and word work.
 

Writing - This week students will finish their district writing assessment. They will be writing an opinion piece on their favorite season. Students will state their opinion, supply reasons that support an opinion, using linking words (e.g. because and also) to connect opinion and reasons, provide a concluding statement. In mechanics, usage, and grammar students will work on using the right word.

Math - This week students will continue to measuring inches, feet, and yards with rulers yardsticks, and tape measures. Students work daily on a number of the day, problem solving, math writing, and activities that support the Common Core State Standards.

Inquiry - This week we will finish  looking at how we use magnets in everyday life.

Thank you Owen for the tasty St. Patrick's Day treats!  I wonder if the Leprechaun will pay a visit to our room!

Don't forget to visit the Book Fair this week.  The Book Fair Coin Challenge also starts Monday with Pennies. 

Don't forget  March 18th Parent - Teacher conferences.

Congratulations to Anika Schwartz for receiving the Highest Achievement in Math award and to Jaida DeBerry for receiving the Most Improved Math Award!  Great job girls!

Congratulations to the Big-Red Team of Duache, Carlos, Carsen, and Jordan D.B. for winning the weekly traveling Fish! Great job!!