ELAWe are moving along in our second ELA unit! This unit is focusing on opinion/ argumentative writing. This unit is also discussing the topic of slavery in the United States and the Civil War. We have started reading excerpts from the text "The Boys War" to learn background knowledge about the war before we begin reading our second novel, "The River Between Us". MathWe have begun Module 3 in math! This unit focuses on adding and subtracting fractions. We have begun the unit working with manipulative and real life parts/wholes such as Hershey bars and Kit-Kats. For the next few weeks we will be focusing on creating like fractions and recognizing when to turn an improper fraction into a mixed number. This unit can be difficult for students so it is beneficial for you to check in with them when they are working on homework! Social StudiesWe are continuing with our Explorers unit! We are currently focusing on Ferdinand Magellan and his journey around the world. In regards to our next unit (Colonial Times), there are still 3 spots available for parent volunteers to help with our in class Colonial activities. Please sign up and help if you can! ScienceWe are moving on to our next unit where we will be learning about the earth, moon, and sun. During this time students will be learning about the earths rotation and orbit, phases of the moon, constellations, gravity, and even the possibility of life on other planets! Important Dates1/15: 5th Grade hosts Peace & Justice Mass 9am
1/17: NO SCHOOL 1/20: NO SCHOOL 1:26: Catholic Schools Week Mass and Open House 1/27-1/31: Catholic Schools Week 1/31: 12:15pm Dismissal - NO KIDS CLUB
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