This week in math we are talking about variable equations. We are also beginning multiplying by 6. This is new for the grade four students and review for the grade five students. Up until this point we have reviewed all the math facts, both division and multiplication, to 5. The multiplication and division games on the math website page can help with recall. We want to build to both our speed and accuracy! Daily practice is very important.
We have been discussing the comprehension strategy, retelling. Students identify the characters, settings, plot or problem, and solution in a story. Later on this will be an important skill for writing book reports. The components of retelling is carried over in our writing of narrative stories and students have been writing great stories, thinking about all the elements required in a fiction story.
Monday is wear your jersey for sports day.
Wednesday students can bring in a donation and wear a hat for the tragic typhoon in the Philippines region.
No school on Friday. Parent teacher in on Thursday evening from 4-7 and again on Friday from 1-3.