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January 2018

It is so good to be back!  I had a great week back and am slowly getting back into routines and getting to know my students.  Please read this blog each month to keep up to date on what we are learning in the Grade 4/5 class.

Language Arts
We have started our Poetry unit.  As well as composing a variety of poems, the students will be reading and analyzing poems using the SMILE (Structure, Meaning, Imagery, Language and Effect) acronym.  
We will continue on with Spelling and Guided Reading.  Please ensure that your child continues to read each night.  I strongly recommend at least 30 minutes each night.  

Math
Both classes have begun the Measurement unit.  The grade fours will be working on recording the date using the Metric format, telling time using an analog clock as well as using Metric units for measurement.  The grade fives will be using Metric units to explore perimeter, volume and capacity but will also focus on converting measurement units (ie. mm to cm, m to mm, etc.)
If your child is finding Multiplication too easy, start asking them division questions (ie. 'What is 36/6?' or 'What is 72/8?' 

Science 
Each grade will be looking at designing and understanding movement in devices and
vehicles.  The grade fives will be learning more specifically how electricity is used to power devices and vehicles.

Social Studies
This term the grade fours will be looking at the History and Stories of the First Nations People of Alberta while the grade five class will focus on the First Nations People of Canada.  In this unit we develop an appreciation for the contributions First Nations People have made to our country and our province.  

Religion
We are leaving the Christmas season of the Liturgical Calendar and are returning to Ordinary time.  We learn about the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist.  Lent will be upon us in a few weeks and we will begin preparing for the Easter season.

Health
This unit we will be focusing on personal safety around school, home and our community.  

Phys. Ed.
Ms. Lavallee and Mr. Hager are working on Basketball skills and gameplay this unit.  

Art
Ms. Teichroeb has had the students working on 3D art.  They are designing and building a project using construction paper.  

Important Dates
January 16th, 18th, 23rd and 25th : Swimming Lessons at Trico 
January 26th                                  : Professional Development Day (No School)






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