The week started off a little different than normal with me being out of our classroom on Monday to allow me to test each student's reading level and then again on Tuesday so I could attend a Math Training. Even with our schedule being a little different; the students did WONDERFUL for my subs. I received quite a few compliments on our behavior and I am so impressed with the level of growth with behavior and routines! Thank you for continuing to support your child in their learning, both academically and behaviorally!
Questions to ask your child about 3rd grade this week
- How were you great for your substitute teachers this week?
- What new Flexible Seating items did Mrs. Haagsma bring in this week?
- Can you tell me about the game show you played in Math?
- Who is the main character in Because of Winn-Dixie? What did you learn about her?
Curriculum Updates
Writing: On Monday we will finish publishing our Personal Narratives and celebrate on Tuesday with a fun Writing Celebration. We look forward to sharing our stories with our class! If you would be willing to to donate a treat for our Writing Celebration, we would greatly appreciate it!
Social Studies: We will be wrapping up our Geography Unit this week in Social Studies. We learned all about the important places, features and changes in Michigan this unit.
Math: We began the week with reviewing for our Unit 1 Multiplication and Division test with a practice test on Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday and Thursday brought some excitement in Math with a fun review game show called Are You Smarter Than...the TEST? I was the host and each student was able score points to prove their knowledge of multiplication and division strategies. They were able to use 3 LIFE LINES (ask the teacher, ask a friend and skip) to help them along the way! Wow! What fun! We had a great time reviewing and I was very impressed with our test results from Friday! Please look for these to go home early this week.
Our next unit will involve a more in-depth look at multiplication and division.
Reading Workshop: The students are very excited about our new read-aloud-Because of Winn-Dixie. This book is a wonderful example of character development and we will be learning how characters change and grow this unit in Reading.
Please encourage your child to remember their book every day! This is so important to help build fluency, comprehension and confidence. By reading the same book at school and home, students can greatly increase their reading skills!
Special Schedule for this week
Mon.-STEAM
Tues.-Music
Wednesday-Art
Thursday-Gym and Library
Friday-STEAM
Upcoming Dates
- Tues. Oct. 24-Turkey Trot
- Tues. Oct. 31-Parade to Laurels at 1:00pm and 3rd Grade Halloween Party from 2:15-3:00
- Please plan on your child bringing their "school appropriate" costume to school (no blood, weapons, scary masks, etc...)
- Parade: If weather permits, we will be walking to the Laurels for our Halloween parade on the 31st. We will leave school around 1:00, walk down Park Ave. to Van Buren. We will take a right on to Van Buren down to 36th. Then will turn right on 36th Ave walking toward Curtis. Turn right onto Curtis which will take us back to school. If you are interested in attending our parade we are asking parents to line the parade route rather than going in through the Laurels with us, as there is limited space. If it does rain we will not be having an indoor parade. Teachers will have a rain plan for their individual classes.
Party: Our class party will be held from 2:15-3:00ish. We'll enjoy treats and fun Halloween games!
- Mon. Nov. 6-Report Cards go home in backpacks and Parent Teacher Conferences
- Wed. Nov. 8-Parent Teacher Conferences