Engineering Poetry!

Scholars had a blast this week using Lego Education Storyteller kits to engineer scenes for poems! Scholars worked collaboratively to engineer scenes for their poetry studies. Through their work, students were able to to bring poetry to life while engaging in thought-provoking discussions about perception, visualization, and poetry elements. Poems coming soon!

Spring Book Fair Preview

Today scholars used the Scholastic Book Fairs app as they previewed our Spring Book Fair! Be sure to check it out!

Learning Objectives - Week 24

Reading: 

I can compare the use of rhyme, meter, line breaks, etc. in different forms of poetry.

Writing:  

I can use my theme/central idea to determine what I include and exclude from my writing.

Social Studies:
I can understand the importance of the Texas Revolution, The Republic of Texas, and the annexation of Texas to the United States. 

This week:

• Reading log - Read 20 minutes each night
• Revising Sentences HW due Friday
• Spelling words - Practice on SpellingCity App 
• Homophones practice

Education Galaxy

Have you heard? Education Galaxy is a fun and engaging website that helps students gain mastery towards state standards in math, reading, and writing! 

Learning Objectives - Week 23

Reading: 

I can compare the use of rhyme, meter, line breaks, etc. in different forms of poetry.

Writing:  

I can use my theme/central idea to determine what I include and exclude from my writing.

Social Studies:
I can understand the importance of the Texas Revolution, The Republic of Texas, and the annexation of Texas to the United States. 

This week:

• Reading log - Read 20 minutes each night
• Revising Sentences HW due Friday
• Spelling words - Practice on SpellingCity App 
• Irregular Plural Nouns

Valentine's Day Party

We had such a great time at our Valentine's Day Party this afternoon! Scholars started the fun by entering their decorated boxes into a contest under the categories of "Most Creative," "Most Festive," and "Most STEM-Inspired." Scholars then had an anonymous (close your eyes and raise your hand) vote to choose the winners! It must have been difficult to choose because all of the decorated boxes were fantastic! Next, students worked on a Valentine's Day crossword and had paper to make valentines before we joined Ms. Nuhu's class for some "Minute to Win It" games. Finally, we passed out valentines and enjoyed some ice cream! 

I am so grateful for all of the wonderful cards and chocolate gifts that I received. Thank you! 

  

"Most Creative" winners

"Most Festive" winners

"Most STEM-Inspired" winners

"Minute to Win It" Valentine's Day games

Passing out valentines

Time for ice cream!

Thank you for the wonderful Valentine's Day cards and treats!

Golfer biography research

Thank you to Ms. Berumen, our Library Media Specialist, for helping our classes research famous golfers! Scholars used a variety of digital databases and resources that Ms. Berumen prepared to learn about the lives, accomplishments, and character traits of several famous golfers! Be sure to ask your child who they researched and what they learned about them! 

Learning Objectives - Week 22

• Math STAAR Benchmark on Tuesday
• Reading STAAR Benchmark on Thursday

Reading: 

I can identify language in a text that is designed to influence my thinking or my actions.

Writing:  

I can use my theme/central idea to determine what I include and exclude from my writing.

Social Studies:
I can understand the importance of the Texas Revolution, The Republic of Texas, and the annexation of Texas to the United States. 

This week:

• Reading log - Read 20 minutes each night
• Revising Sentences HW due Friday
• Spelling words - Practice on SpellingCity App 
• Scholars will practice these words for two weeks, testing on Friday, Feb. 6 and Friday, Feb. 13.

Texas 1836

Be sure to ask your scholar about the interactive App, Texas 1836, that we used in class this week to explore the historic site, Washington-on-the-Brazos. Scholars observed how technology has improved while meeting people and exploring the buildings.

Texas 1836 website

Learning Objectives - Week 21

Reading: 

I can identify language in a text that is designed to influence my thinking or my actions.

Writing:  

I can analyze the text evidence in expository writing.
I can plan and compose an expository essay.

Social Studies:
I can understand the importance of the Texas Revolution, The Republic of Texas, and the annexation of Texas to the United States. 

This week:

• Reading log - Read 20 minutes each night
• Revising Sentences HW due Friday
• Spelling words - Practice on SpellingCity App 
• Scholars will practice these words for two weeks, testing on Friday, Feb. 6 and Friday, Feb. 13.