Team Awesome
5th grade
Hello Parents!
Please read all the information below to find out what is coming up! If you would like to schedule a conference with us, do not hesitate to reach out via email. Have a great week :)
ELAR/SS: Kerri.Dalton@killeenisd.org
Science: ChoeLan.Craft@killeenisd.org
Reading, Writing, and Social Studies
In reading we are starting our 25 day unit on informational text. Students will be learning how to use text structures and text features to enhance their reading comprehension skills.
In writing we are working on analogies. We are also learning about expository, nonfiction writing.
In social studies we will continue learning about the events leading up to the American Revolution, including The Boston Tea Party, Paul Revere's Ride, Taxation, and The Shot Heard Around the World.
Science
In science we are wrapping up Unit 4 with light energy. We will learn how light travels and how it is transmitted. Our test will be Friday, Nov. 4. Our next unit is Unit 5 over Earth's Changes. This 13 day unit will be over the processes that led to the formation of sedimentary rocks and fossil fuels. We will also learn how landforms have changed due to wind, water, and ice, and lastly fossils as evidence of past living organisms.
Math
In math we will be taking a test over comparing and ordering decimals, and adding and subtracting decimals.
In the upcoming unit we will be multiplying and dividing decimals.
Upcoming Events!
Tuesday, November 1st is the 50th day of school! Students are able to dress up in 50's attire, if they wish!! (Not required)
Friday, November 11th is Veteran's Day. This is a school holiday. School will resume at 7:25 on Monday the 14th.
Reminder! This year we will have an ENTIRE week for Thanksgiving Break. The school will be closed from November 21st-25th. Happy Thanksgiving!