Happy Monday, families!
This week we are spending time practicing activities in morning meetings that build our focus. We know that thorough and thoughtful work is the product of effort, and we need to exercise and practice to build those muscles. Research shows we can learn to focus longer, and more intensely, with practice and use. We'll be teaching the kids some things to do on a regular basis. In addition, we are flexing. This week, Mrs. Forrest will start teaching the ELA/reading for all Team 4th, and Mrs. Mangels all the math. This will enable teachers to hone in on a specific area. We see this as yet another way we can use our strengths to provide the best educational experience for your child during this not-what-we-are-used-to times. We have reviewed the schedule with the kiddos. Have them print it out to refer to throughout the week. There are some changes, but we know our students problem solve in a snap. Students are becoming more independent and using the BLEND inbox to email teachers. We respond to each one, and expect that students check their inbox each morning a few minutes before morning meeting for any specific messages from us. We have begun exploration of fractions! Knowing that fractions are an equal part of a whole is just the beginning - they have enjoyed thinking of real world examples of how knowing fractions can come in handy (think about how they may split a cookie with a sibling :)). Students will be asked to visualize fractions -- this will help them develop a deep understanding of what they are. Continue that fluency practice in Blend this week as well! Reading block will focus on poetry. There are specific annotation steps that we will teach them to analyze a poem. We will also be completing the personal narrative we started in writing. In word work, our grammar study is writing dialogue. This is a highlight for writers -- they are able to actually have their characters talk in their pieces! Students will explore the 4 major regions of Texas in social studies. We will look at physical land features, habitats, and natural resources for each one. Don't be surprised if your kiddo would like to visit the Mountains and Basins after they learn about them. In our FIT time this week, teachers will be supporting students by checking in on the topic and type of project chosen for the Science Conference. Remember that Friday is an asychronous day for AISD learners. Students will log on and we will have a full day of learning experiences to round out their week!
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