Two Digit by Two Digit Multiplication

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November Parent Update

Dear Families,

In class, we have been working on the following:

Reading: We have been working on visualizing as we read fiction and non fiction text. The students use their five senses to make mental images as they read. Students are writing letters to the teacher about their independent reading so we can get to know them better as readers. After the Thanksgiving break, we will be working on inferencing.

Writing: We have continued to work on revising our stories by “zooming in” to write very detailed, clear sentences. We have also worked on beginnings, ending and creating titles. As always, we are continuing to work on grammar using Mountain Language.

Math: We have been working on geometry, elapsed time, graphing, probability, and two-digit by two-digit multiplication. Students should begin to incorporate 2x2 digit multiplication problems into their Weekly Math Fact Practice.

Science: Our scientists have recently learned about weathering, erosion and deposition. Soil, natural resources, fossil fuels and conservation are the next topics of study.

Social Studies: In Social Studies we will continue studying Native Americans using our research to complete a PowerPoint and PhotoStory on the computer.

Reminders:
November 19th: 4th grade play @7:00
November 24th: Progress Reports go home
November 25-27: School Holiday
December 18th: Class Holiday Party; early dismissal at 12:00

As the holiday season approaches, I would like to take this opportunity to tell you how truly thankful I am for all that I have been blessed with this school year. I am so grateful to be a part of such a wonderful learning community. Thank you for making Frostwood such a warm and friendly place. I appreciate your friendly smiles, kind words, and positive comments. Thank you for everything that you so generously contribute to our school. All of the volunteer time, popcorn, books, delicious meals, and sweet treats are greatly appreciated. Above all, thank you so much for the encouragement and support that you give to me and your children everyday. The life lessons that you teach them is reflected daily in their sweet personalities and giving nature. I truly love my job and I feel so thankful to work with your wonderful children.

I wish you all a very safe and happy Thanksgiving! :)

Alison Hood

Multiplication Practice

We will be beginning two digit by two digit multiplication soon! Here is a fun two digit by one digit multiplication activity for you to practice your multiplication skills! :)

http://www.dositey.com/muldiv/mul1ss5.htm

Layers of the Earth

In science, we have been learning about the Earth's layers. Here is a diagram displaying the layers of the Earth.

Elapsed Time!

In math, we have been learning about Elapsed Time. Here is a neat activity to help you practice your Elapsed Time skills!

http://teacher.scholastic.com/maven/timefor/index.htm

Place Value

We are learning about place value in math. Here are some tips for comparing numbers, ordering numbers and rounding to the nearest ten, hundred and thousand. Enjoy!

Comparing Numbers

Ordering Numbers

Rounding

On the Radio!

We are so excited about the 4th grade musical titled “On the Radio.” All students are invited to audition for a speaking part in the play. Auditions will be September 14th-18th during music class. Here are the audition lines so you can practice!

Audition lines:

Mike: Well, Hello Everybody! It’s Marvelous Mike-- at the Mic! Welcome to the radio station that plays the hits while YOU sing along!

Jivin Judy: Jiv’in Judy here. We’ve got the oldies, the goodies, and all of the songs that kids have loved throughout the years! It’s music coming at you, right here on…

BOTH: K.Y.D.Z. The radio station for You and ME!

Scoring:
We will be scoring you (1-5) on a rubric based on the following:
1. Stage presence (Posture, standing tall, looking out at the crowd) 1-5
2. Enunciation: (Is it slow and clear? Can we understand you?1-5
3. Expression (Make it interesting to hear you speak)1-5
4. Memorization (Can you say it without the script?) 1-5

What Are We Doing in 4th Grade?

We have had a great start to the new school year! In class, we have been very busy in all subjects. Here is an update about what we have been learning in 4th grade.

• Reading: We are working on reading strategies, “tracking our thinking” when reading, summaries vs. retellings, as well as “actively reading.” DRA testing will begin soon.
• Writing: After decorating our writing journals we will create a topics list of ideas that we are interested in and will begin creating pieces of writing using our feelings and past experiences. We also work on grammar using Mountain Language and have completed our bio poems.
• Math: We have been working on place value, problem solving, math facts, number lines, odd/even numbers, comparing and ordering numbers and rounding.
• Social Studies: We have been learning about our great state of Texas with a focus on regions, major cities and major rivers.
• Science: Our focus has been the nature of science: safety rules, tools, process skills such as making observations, inferences and classifying, and learning the Scientific Method.
  
  Important Dates:
  September 15th: Fall Photos
  September 23rd: 4th Grade Curriculum Night (6-7)
  September 25th: 1st nine weeks progress reports go home

We are looking forward to a fun and exciting year of learning!