August 29, 2011

Reading - At the beginning of Reading I read aloud from, A Tale Dark & Grimm, by Adam Gidwitz.  Mr. Gidwitz will be visiting our school this Friday and a form is going home on Tuesday if you would like to purchase a signed copy of the book.  Students read silently for the remainder of the period.


Science - Students created "microscopes" with water and wax paper.  Additionally, we discussed the basics about what microscopes do and how we are supposed to use them.  Students also labeled parts of a microscope.

Writing/Social Studies - We discussed the Second Amendment and students shared their opinions about whether they were pro or anti second amendment.  After our discussion, students completed their weekly reading questions.


Math - I taught a mini-lesson on percents and students continued to work on their formative graph assessments.  This week's homework is similar to the formative assessment because many students need additional practice.


Announcements
--Homework went home today and it is due Thursday (Math and Social Studies only).
--The Bill of Rights quiz is on Wednesday -- study materials went home today.
--Students have PE on Mondays and Thursdays.  Please make sure they wear appropriate footwear.