7Burgundy Newsletter
January 2014
Upcoming Events
- Field trip to Super China Buffet, Jan. 31. Cost =$12
(Permission Slips will be coming home soon!)
Social Studies
I thoroughly enjoyed looking over the students' India projects, I appreciate the hard work!
We have begun the study of Ancient China. Using the Close Reading method, students are learning how to better wrangle all of the information that non-fiction material has to offer.
We are also focusing on a paired down version of vocabulary to develop a deeper understand and proper use of the terms as it relates to the unit of study.
After studying how geography impacts how people live, we will learn first hand through a field trip to a Chinese Restaurant at the end of January...also tying in with the Chinese New Year. Be on the look out for more detailed information.
Science
Important Dates:
January 14th: Parts of Cell Quiz (open note)
January 21st: Cell Cycle Quiz (allowed to use Mitosis Flip Book for quiz)
January 22nd & 23rd: Work Days for Cell Board Game (bring materials!)
January 27th: Cell Board Game Project Due today!!
January 31st: China Day with Team (Field Trip to China Buffet)
Language Arts
We're now into our unit on Greek Mythology and I think the students are loving it as much as I am. This is a three week unit, so it's not very long but it is very intense. The while unit is worth 300 points, so please keep on top of all assignments which can be found on my website.
Here's to a great second semester!