Weekly Homework for January 17-20

5^th Grade Weekly Homework-Due Friday, January 20, 2012

Dear 5^th Graders and Families,

We hope everyone had a fun and relaxing long weekend. It’s hard to believe, but February is right around the bend and with that comes our annual Valentine Party. The party will be on Tuesday, February 14 from 1:30-3:00 p.m. in the classroom. If you are interested in helping out, please contact us as soon as possible. Students are encouraged to decorate a box to collect their Valentine cards. Keep in mind that if you choose to bring cards and/or treats that they should be given to everyone in the class. There are 30 students in all three 5^th grade classes. Thank you!

Although this is a shortened week, we still have much to do! 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:  There will be no vocabulary words this week.

Word Work/Spelling: This week we will work with frequently misspelled words.

I’m                           that’s                      almost                    wouldn’t

threw                     another                  wear                       probably

let’s                         through                  also                         you’re

its                            very                        where                    your

with                        it’s                           always                    we’re

Staple all 3 assignments together in this order. They are all due on Friday.

·         Write the words in alphabetical order. Then write each word 2 more times.

·         Write a story paragraph using all 20 words. Underline each spelling word.

·         Choose 10 words from the list to look up in the dictionary. Write the two guide words for each of the 10 words.  

Social Studies: Complete the weekly geography worksheet, questions 71-75. 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 learning about European Explorers in Unit 5. 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.

Science: Great job on the Crystal Making Project!!!

Reading: In our Daybook textbook, we will continue Unit 2, which focuses on Asking Questions. Read your novel 20 minutes each night to stay on track with your calendar goals. You will have short constructed responses to answer in class. If you do not finish in class, it will be for homework.

Writing:  Feature Article Pre-writing