Monday, February 6, 2012

Weekly Homework for February 6-10

Dear 5th Graders and Families,
We hope everyone enjoyed the snow day and extra-long weekend! Please be aware that report cards will be sent home on Wednesday, February 22nd. If you have not signed up for a conference time yet, please do so as soon as possible via the online website sent to you in an email. Students are required to attend the conference just like in the fall. We look forward to spending this time with you!
All homework is due on Friday so be sure to budget your time accordingly. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. Have a great week! J

Vocabulary:  On the back of this page are words that come from the other subjects we are currently studying. You need to know the definition, the part of speech, and how to use it correctly in a sentence. You will have a vocabulary test on all 10 words on Friday. The format of the test will vary each week.
Word Work/Spelling: This week we will focus on “spelling logic” rather than memory to spell words with ‘oi’ and ‘oy.’ Blends and words than end in the /en/ sound will also be taught in Unit 15. Please read the Family Letter and complete the Take-Home Task together to familiarize yourself with the concepts. Be sure to look for these words in your reading and writing this week. We will have a spelling test on Friday.


Social Studies: Complete the weekly geography worksheet, questions 86-90. Use the provided maps and other resources such as an atlas, globe, or internet websites. Be sure to answer ALL parts of each question!
We will continue Unit 6, which focuses on Early English Colonies. Lessons will be very hands-on. It is important to be actively listening and participating in order to do well on the test. No study guides will be given for the test.
Science: We will begin Investigation 4 “Fizz Quiz” of Mixtures and Solutions to learn about chemical reactions.
Reading: After sharing our novel projects, we will choose new novels to read and continue with Unit 2 in the Daybook. We will also focus on non-fiction leveled reader texts and skills.
Writing:  We will continue prewriting with our feature article.
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7 comments:

  1. Ms. ReeseFebruary 6, 2012 at 5:50 PM

    :-)

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  2. Dua :)February 6, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    I just realized that even though we don't have study guides for social studies tests we do have a website that could help me and every one else in our class do better! The History Alive website! And if we don't understand something we could go to Khan Academy! Two great resources to use for Social Studies! Also Khan Academy could help you in any other subjects also!

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    Ms.Reese For our skits can we borrow your microphones?

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    Ok Thankyou

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  5. TianaFebruary 12, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    Ms.Reese do you have a class list of all of our names for valentine cards?

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  6. Ms. ReeseFebruary 12, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    Hi Tiana, it is already posted on the blog. Look in the archives.

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Welcome to the 2013-2014 school year! I am so happy and grateful to be a part of the Buffalo Trail community and especially the wonderful 5th grade team. This is my 2nd year at BTE and my 12th year of teaching. I have taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades in Kentucky and Colorado. Before moving to Denver three years ago, I lived in Northern Kentucky near Cincinnati, Ohio. I earned a BS from the University of Kentucky and my MAT from the University of Louisville. In 2007, I became a National Board Certified Teacher with an emphasis in Early/Middle Childhood Reading and Language Arts. In my free time, I love to read, ride my bike, try new restaurants, and go to concerts/sports events. I love cheering my teams on during basketball season, hiking, and skiing. I am loving Colorful Colorado and look forward to our new adventures together!