Day 4!

Hello SJA Parents,

Quote of the day: "If you are persistent you will get it. If you are consistent, you will keep it."

Math:
The students worked in pairs to solve five long division word problems. We reviewed as a class together on How to Solve Word Problems. Each group were given a worksheet, a manila paper and writing tools. The students were asked to write down each question on the manila paper and to use the strategy of C.U.B.E.S to help solve the problem. The students examined the questions, highlighted important information and showed their work. We will continue to work on the word problems again tomorrow. Please see word problems anchor chart below:

Use CUBES to solve word problems!

UOI:

We started a whole new Unit of Inquiry on Light and Sound. We started by sharing on our class chart what we know about light and sound. We then worked on a worksheet as a class about the different sounds you may hear in a given scenario. In this case, it was a basketball game in a court. The students locked their minds on and thought about the different soft and loud sounds they may hear if they were at the basketball court. The students shared their findings and were given the last period of the class to note down what they may wonder about in this unit. 

Our book shelf in the reading corner is packed with multiple Light and Sound books/resources for the students to read and look at over the course of the next few weeks! 

Gym:

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French:

Refer to blog site. Please return the signed Gregg Le Rock form trip information.

Language:
We are preparing for the upcoming writing assessment on Information Report. The students learned about what makes an effective and complete report. The students will continue to learn and practice about proper report writing all throughout the week. Please see photo below:

An Information Report includes:
An introduction
A description paragraph with details
A conclusion 

Agenda:
- No math homework
- Lesson 5 Spelling Word List due tomorrow
- Bring device for music summative task tomorrow

Gym Day Reminder

GYM DAY TOMORROW!

Please have your child come in full gym attire in the morning.

Day 3!

Hello SJA Parents,

Math:

We went over the homework assignment from the weekend and we reviewed together as a class how to do long division. The students were given in-class time to work on more long division questions and were given opportunities to ask questions that they may have regarding the concept.

Remember: place your numbers in the proper place value.
Follow the long division process:
Divide
Multiply
Subtract
Check
Bring Down
Repeat

UOI:

Students continued to present their summative task projects in class. They then had to reflect on what they've learned and to explain how they were knowledgeable throughout the unit. Please see presentations below:

We will begin a new Unit of Inquiry tomorrow on Light and Sound. 

Visit this website to learn more:

 http://vlcguides.wcdsb.ca/Gr4Science/LightSound

Music:

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French:

Refer to blog site. Forms will go home tonight regarding changes to the Gregg Le Rock trip.

Please sign and returned for tomorrow.

Language:

Students will work on Lesson 5 spelling words. The entire class period will be dedicated to the students using this time to begin their spelling word lists and to familiarize themselves with the patterns of the word sounds. The students will need to hand in their completed Lesson 5 words by Wednesday. 

Agenda:

Complete worksheet on Long Division- Show your work! 

Complete Spelling Workbook on Lesson 5 word list

Wear gym clothes and bring school uniform tomorrow

Day 2!

Hello SJA Parents,

Math:
We spent some time in class to making corrections of the questions for homework. The students had the opportunity to ask questions, clarify their wonderings and mark their own work. We then moved on to a new lesson on using standard algorithm of diving 4-digit numbers by 1-digit numbers and using the long division strategy to find the quotient. Please see the anchor chart below and help your child review the math questions for homework by showing their work.

Quotient- the number produced by the division of two numbers. Division is the opposite of multiplication.

Long Division Standard Algorithm

Homework pg. 59-60 #1 to 6

Ensure that you show your work when solving problems!

Unit of Inquiry:

The students had the chance to present their summative tasks today. The students needed to hand-in their web organizer of their chosen province with its important details and their self-assessment rubric. The rest of the groups will be presenting on Monday!

Gym:

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Language:

The students completed their spelling tests today. A new set of words on Lesson 5 in their Spelling Books will begin on Monday. During the last 20 minutes of class, the students were given three worksheets pertaining to using commas and placing proper punctuation in their sentences. They were given class time to get started on the work and to seek me for any questions that they may have. These must be completed for Monday.

Please see the attachment below for the non-fiction reading comprehension questions that the students need to complete after reading their assigned book on Raz-kids twice!

Agenda:

1. Complete math textbook questions above #1 to 6. Show your work!

2. Complete Commas and Punctuation worksheet

3. Read the assigned book on Raz-kids www.raz-kids.com 

4. Practice your math once you have completed your homework on Prodigy games 

Reminder:

Unit of Inquiry Summative Task-

PRESENTATIONS BEGIN TOMORROW!

GYM CLASS TOMORROW-
Please come in your full gym attire!

Day 1!

Hello SJA Parents,

Just a quick reminder to please respond to the email regarding unit phone calls if you have not already done so, thank you very much!

Math:
The students were given time in class to work on pg. 59 to 60 #1-8. The students have learned how to multiply 2-digit by 2-digit numbers. Students need to show their work for every question.Please see photos below:

Students are to show their work when answering each question!

UOI:
The students were given the time today to practice and go over their presentations so that they are well-prepared for tomorrow.  The students were also given the time today to look over the marking rubric and to self-assess themselves with how well they've worked with their partner, organized all of the needed information in the appropriate headings, etc.

Music:
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Language:
We had a class read-aloud of Chapter 9 and 10 today and the students were given the time to complete their novel study package. The students were then given time in class to complete their synonyms and antonyms worksheet. Incomplete class work will be brought home tonight.

Agenda:
1. Complete math text p. 59-60 #1-8 and Word Problems Worksheet
2. Complete Synonyms & Antonyms Worksheet
3. Spelling Test tomorrow!
4. Gym class tomorrow!

Day 6!

Dear SJA Parents,

We had yet another busy day at school today!

Math:
We marked together as a class the homework from the night before. The students had the opportunity to self-correct their homework assignments from the night before. Afterwards, the students were introduced to a lesson on 'Understanding Problem-Solving" which gave me the opportunity to teach the students a valuable lesson on why it is important to take steps in order to reach the end goal. The students were given a situation where a young boy is faced with a problem, and the students have to come up with their own plans on how they can help the young boy solve the problem. The second worksheet that the students need to fill out have to do with solving problems in the workplace. The students are faced with a problem "You work in a deli making sandwiches. You can't keep up with the lunch hour rush. Some  customers start leaving. How can you stop the customers from leaving?" The students need to solve the problem by creating multiple step plans and to also use one of the words that they have learned on the first half of the page. We will work on word problems and problem solving solutions together as a class everyday for the next two weeks.

Gym:
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French: 
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UOI:
Today is the last day that the students can work on their summative task before final submission tomorrow and presentations on Friday, October 12.

Library/Language:
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Agenda:
- Complete problem-solving worksheets
- Spelling book p. 18-20 due tomorrow
- Spelling test FRIDAY!