Miss Scherer's Weekly Update
Team 5B Humanities
Our Week (October 7th to 10th)
We had a blast during the Rainforest Animals Assembly! We learned a lot about the animals and some of us even got to touch/pet some of the animals!
In ELA, students learned about generalizations, over-generalizations and stereotypes. They practiced identifying them in various texts.
In Social Studies, learners started the Exploration Simulation this week. Students learned more about exploration as they, along with their crew/group, chose roles. They learned what their responsibilities, strengths and weaknesses were according to their individual roles. Each crew chose which country they were sailing for (Portugal or Spain) and then named their ship. Finally, they began recording their experiences in their Explorer's Log. We can't wait to continue this journey! Students also completed an Explorers quiz. They had fun reviewing for the quiz using Kahoot!
Thank you to Kaydence's grandmother who donated a carpet and two bean bag chairs to our classroom! The students love them and we all appreciate your generosity!
This Week: October 15th to 18th
LOOKING AHEAD...
In ELA, learners will practice identifying Character Traits, and demonstrating knowledge of Synonyms and Antonyms. We will review determining the Main Idea and Supporting Details of nonfiction texts; determining the Point of View of nonfiction texts and identifying Context Clues.
Students will receive a Common Assessment Practice (Nonfiction Focus) on Tuesday. It will be due on Thursday. The text is entitled, "Florence Nightingale." We will review on Thursday and test on Friday.
We will also be assessing for Word Study practice.
We will be working on creating Personal Mission Statements.
In Social Studies, learners will continue to participate in the Exploration Simulation. This week, they will focus on supplies check and navigation check.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
10/17 to 10/24: Fall Book Fair w/ Monday 10/21 Family Night
10/22: Mix It Up Spirit Day
10/31: Black, Orange, Purple/Halloween Dress Up Spirit Day
11/02: Decades Spirit Day
11/06: Camo Spirit Day
11/11: Red, White, Blue Spirit
CYCLE DAYS
Tuesday: Day 3
Wednesday: Day 4
Thursday: Day 5
Friday: Day 6