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Burns’ Homeroom Golden’s Homeroom
Tue/Thus.= P.E. Wed/Fri.= P.E.
Mon.=Art Mon.=Tech
Wed.= Music Tues.= Music
Fri.=Technology Thurs.= Art
Week of December 11, 20174th Grade Newsletter
Ms. Burns and Mrs. Golden
We are learning…Extended Text: Who is Neil Armstrong?Reading/Language Arts:
How do we compare/contrast similar themes and topics in stories, myths, and traditional literature from different cultures?
How do I determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text?
How do I use main idea and key details to summarize an informational text?
How do I refer to details and examples in a text when I write a response explaining what the text says?
How do I explain events, procedures, ideas, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text, including what happened and why based on specific information in the text?
How do I compare a first and second hand accounts of the same event or topic?
Word Study Why is it important to analyze words to
find patterns? Why is it important to spell grade
appropriate words correctly? Writing
What are transitional words and how do we use them when we write?
How do gather information and use it to write an informative essay?
How do accomplished writers edit and revise their writing?
Math How do I multiply a fraction by a whole
number?Science
How do environmental changes affect organisms within an ecosystem?
How does change affect the nonliving factors in an ecosystem?
How does the flow of energy in an ecosystem change when plants or animals become scarce, extinct, or overabundant?
Classroom News for the Week:Dec. 11- PTSO Supper with SantaDec. 12- Christmas Chorus Concert/Old School Christmas @7:00 Dec. 13- Language Arts Unit AssessmentDec. 14-Science Unit TestDec. 15- Polar Express Day- Wear PajamasDec. 18- Redneck Christmas DayDec. 19- Christmas Outfit Day- Red, White, and GreenDec. 19- Christmas Party at 2:00Dec. 20- Jan. 2 Christmas HolidaysJan. 3- School Starts
Notes for Parents
It is important for students to spend 20 minutes each night independently reading. They may choose to read their A.R. book, homework activities, or any other reading
material they are interested in. Research shows students who read 20 minutes per day increase their fluency and comprehension skills.
How to contact us:[email protected]
cgolden @effingham.k12.ga.us
You may also call the school’s office (754-5522).
HOMEWORKStudent Choice: Reading Log can be completed in the
morning during STAR time, or in the afternoon for homework. Students will need to read for 20 minutes at
home every day.Monday Tuesday Wednesda
yThursday
Reading:Read 20 minutes Reading Log
Math:Timed TestActivity Sheet
Reading:Read 20 minutes Reading Log
Math:Timed TestActivity Sheet
Reading:Read 20 minutes Reading Log
Math:Timed TestActivity Sheet
Reading:Read 20 minutes Reading Log
Math:Timed TestActivity Sheet