This Weeks Learning

In Language Arts we are learning about prefixes and suffixes. We have begun by looking at words the end in 'ing' and 'ed'. We are also beginning to learn about the difference between literal and figurative.  We have learned about smilies previously this year and are now learning about idioms. This weeks idiom was "in one ear and out the other''.

Informational non-fiction writing is what we are working on during our writers workshop. We are examining the text feature in non-fictional books to see what we need to add to our books that we are creating.

We have all learned the traditional algorithm for multi-digit addition and subtraction of four digit numbers. The concept of borrowing and regrouping is tricky. This week we are looking at two digit addition and subtraction on number lines to further develop our awareness of place value and numeracy. Three and four digit numbers will be next. It is HIGHLY recommended that all students practice their basic facts at home to help support the work in the classroom.


In Science we are wrapping up our Wheels and Levers unit (simple machines) and have moved into Building Things. Students have been brining home pin wheels and cotton ball catapults. We are short on supplies for the Rue Goldberg Machines. Please send items in ASAP as we are building next week. I will be posting a study guide for our Wheels and Levers unit Quiz soon. Please watch here.

During Social studies we have been examining the natural resources in Alberta and the questions "How do we use natural resources?" and How have natural resources helped communities in Alberta grow?". Part of this unit involves examining how we can reduce our use of non-renewable natural resources and what renewable resources are being used in Alberta. The students will be researching a renewable energy found in Alberta and creating posters with a partner.