The Fruit of Our Labors
News from Mrs. Ketchie's 5th Grade
Spotlight on Kate
What We've Learned this Week:
Grammar: infinitives and imperative sentences
Writing: completed a story about life in Rome
Literature: made a book jacket for Bronze Bow; began Number the Stars
Read Aloud: The Penderwicks
Science: learned about skunks and raccoons; completed an experiment on predators/ prey
Nature Study: we had a bok choy salad!
Geography: map test on countries of Southern Europe; labeled countries of Eastern Europe
Bible themes: forgiveness (in Assembly) and what God is like (in class)
A Note from Mrs. Rhoades
Students wrote a narration about Julius Caesar and practiced for their upcoming skit about Caesar's life.
Trevor loves to read!
Playing sharks and minnows at drill
Sweet girls!
Friday assignments and Future Tests
Literature: Read Number the Stars, chapters 2-4 for Monday
Math: lesson 33
Dictation: test next Wed.
History: a written draft of your oral presentation for the History Fair is due next Wed.
Here are some links you might find helpful:
Math: practice facts in a fun way!
http://www.abcya.com/math_facts_game.htm
Geography: European map game; Learn Europe's countries, capitals, and landscapes through these games! Many levels--from beginner to expert
Sharing bear posters
Upcoming Events
Oct. 18: Parent/ Teacher conferences; no school for students
Oct. 22: Fall Family Fellowship 6-8:30
Oct. 25: 5th grade field trip to Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens