Monday, February 13, 2012

Weekly Homework for February 13-17

Dear 5th Graders and Families,
Tomorrow is our class Valentine party. Remember to bring your decorated box or bag and cards for everyone in the class. It will be a fun afternoon with our friends! Remember, there will be no school for students next Monday or Tuesday. Enjoy your extra-long weekend!
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 developing reasoning and vocabulary skills through analogies. We will also review strategies for making plural and possessive nouns in Unit 16. 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 91-95. Use the provided maps and other resources such as an atlas, globe, or internet websites. Be sure to answer ALL parts of each question!
In History Alive Unit 7, we will begin comparing and contrasting the New England, Middle, and Southern 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 continue Investigation 4 “Fizz Quiz” of Mixtures and Solutions to learn about chemical reactions.
Reading: 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. Thinking maps will also be incorporated into the curriculum.
Writing:  We will continue prewriting with our feature article and practice extended TCAP-like responses.
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4 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    I keep on getting a lot of Derek's things in my Thursday folder???

    From,
    Docker

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  2. Ms. ReeseFebruary 16, 2012 at 6:05 PM

    Please bring them to him tomorrow. Thanks!

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    heyyyyy msreese,just sittin her alone eating steak while typing my leap essay . i was wondering if we will read our essay to the class
    kate

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    1. Ms. ReeseFebruary 20, 2012 at 10:02 PM

      How's it going? You can read it to the class only if you want to read it. :)

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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!