3rd Grade Newsletter
April 16, 2018
What are we learning about this week?
Math: Unit 6
We will take our test this week on Friday.
Geometry
In this unit your child will:
❚ Describe and classify two-dimensional shapes, especially quadrilaterals
❚ Calculate area and perimeter
❚ Represent fractions as parts of a whole shape Your child will learn and practice these skills by solving problems like those shown below. Keep this sheet for reference when you’re helping with homework.
Science
Earth Interactions Students will explore, investigate, and compare landforms found on Earth and the rapid changes landforms undergo. They will explore changes and interactions between humans and their environment including how people adapt, modify and use the physical environment. Students will explore and investigate natural resources and the impact of rapid changes to natural resources.
More here: http://tpwd.texas.gov/huntwild/wild/species/bartonspringssalamander/
http://www.austintexas.gov/department/salamanders
Language Arts
Context Clues/ Research project
We have been talking about context clues and how they can help you find the meaning of words you don't know. We have used strategies to read the words around the unknown word and how to access our prior knowledge to gather the meaning. We will also begin our discussion for our research project that will cover various leaders throughout history. Please start a discussion with your student on who they might want to focus on. Someone different from years past please:)
Habit 7 - Sharpen the Saw
This month your child is learning how to use Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw- Balance feels best.
This habit focuses on students learning to take care of their body by eating right, exercising, getting sleep, spending time with family and friends.
How to Sharpen the Saw at Home:
I take care of my body by eating right, exercising, playing outside, and getting sleep. I spend time with family and friends and enjoy their company. I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just at school. I am always seeking to learn new information. I take time to find meaningful ways to help others.
1) Have a family game night.
2) Exercise together. Keep a health journal-Everyone sets a goal for the week.
3) Read together!
4) Make your own family club.
5) Serve others in the community
**Please take a moment to provide us with feedback about the transfer of the 7 Habits from the school environment to the home environment. Your feedback will help us in our journey to develop leadership in every child in school and within the greater community!
PARENT SURVEY LINK https://goo.gl/forms/E71wgJSXL10qLnUw2
I encourage you to partner with us in teaching your student to practice The Seven Habits at home. To learn more about The Seven Habits and how they can be used at home, visit "Parent's Place" at http://www.theleaderinme.org/parents/
Homework
Spelling: there, between, always, hand, something, group, example, face, white, only, door, school, it's, turn, first, too, cut, second, done, important
Read 80 minutes and record in your planner
All Math Classes
Unit 6 test will be Friday April 20th. They should have a paper copy of the test in their backpacks but an electronic copy is below as well.
Unit 6 Test Review with answers
Practice Math Facts!!
Important Dates
Fri Apr 20 Ballet Austin comes to SRE
Friday April 27th Field Day Order Tshirt order forms are due. Please let your student's teacher know if you need another copy of the form.