Dear 3rd Grade Parents,
Please take a look at this week's highlights:
Spelling/Vocabulary: PSIA Words #101-120 definitions due on Thursday (because of the long weekend). Test and dictation on Friday.
Reading/Social Studies: We just finished our Middle Ages Unit, which the kids thoroughly enjoyed! This week, we will begin another wonderful unit using our cross curricular studies in literature and Social Studies. Exploring the vibrant literary techniques of Harlem Renaissance writers (Langston Hughes, Countee Cullen, Anne Spencer, Zora Neale Hurston, Paul Laurence Dunbar, etc) participants will discover the purpose of poetry and prose to convey the prevalent social themes of this particular time period. Understanding that poetry comes in many forms (narrative, lyrical, sonnets, ballads), students will write poems and short narratives to help them deliver in-class lyrical reading performances, articulate poetry interpretation, and participate in group discussions. Harlem Renaissance artists, musicians, and writers will give participants the visual/auditory imagery and inspiration to compare and contrast the present social issues within their own experiences in their communities.
Math: Using a hybrid of whole group/small group/individualized instruction, students will learn the difference between measuring the perimeter and area of a figure. They will also begin multiplying with regrouping, so if time permits at home, continue drilling them with their multiplication facts. They are doing very well with their Math assignments, and they respond well to different types of activities. If time permits, continue filling ALEKS pie.
Religion: Yesterday, students in Grades 1-5 celebrated Mardi Gras by parading their masks they designed in Mrs. Parchman's Art Class in the gym. Prior to this wonderful parade, we learned about the history of Mardi Gras and its significance to our Catholic traditions. This week, we will discover and reflect on Lenten resolutions, and we will also take some time to discuss the meaning of a "cheerful giver" in terms of making those resolutions.
Science/Math: This week, we will use our estudiesweekly.com newspaper to learn about movement/motion. The students will discover that forces that act on objects and know that the effect of forces can be predicted, described, and measured using similar concepts in Math.
Notes/Reminder:
1. Congratulations to the 3rd graders who participated in the Private Schools Interscholastic Association (PSIA) District Competition last Saturday. We had a wonderful time, and many thanks to our parent volunteers who made this all possible.
2. We have welcomed two wonderful guest speakers this past month: Dr. Robert Tinajero, English professor and writer (Want more info? www.blueletters.com), and Michael Pulido, singer/songwriter/musician (Thinking of music lessons or other creative projects? www.studio2am.blog.com). Pictures to follow.
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