Let's Talk Math and Science
Miss Sumpter's 5th grade class
Math
This week in math we ended our unit on Multiplication and we started our Division Unit. We started our Division Unit by discussing how multiplication and division are related. Next week we will focus on using models to divide and two digit dividends. Please make sure your mathematician is using our online materials to practice math. These resources are MyMath, FrontRowed, and TenMarks. TenMarks is a new resource we started using, this allows students to practice concepts that we have previously learned. All of these resources can be accessed at home.
Please, Please, Please make sure your child is taking advantage of the opportunity to retake test. This should be something that your child receives help on.
Science
In Science we are currently starting our Mixtures and Solutions Unit of Study. This week we discussed matter, and the three different states of matter. Next week we will begin an investigation on the difference between mixtures and solutions. A mixture combines two or more materials that retain their own properties. A solution is a mixture in which one material seems to disappear in another. Next Tuesday we will make our own mixture and solution, I will be sending out a sign up genius with further information.
Science Fair
This week and next week for our Science Fair Preparation we will be working on Task 3 :
Task 3: Construct a Data Chart or Table, Identify Variables, and Begin Experiments/ Investigations
Mrs. Umberger is asking that some groups stay after school to work on projects. This will not begin until the week after our Thanksgiving Break that is the week of 11/30, 12/7, and 12/14. She is available on Mondays and Wednesdays from dismissal until 4:30, Tuesday from 4:15-5:15, and Thursdays from dismissal until 4:00. If this is something your child is able to do, please contact me.
Pictures from our Barrier Island Trip
We had an AWESOME time on our Field Trip. Here are some pictures.