Dear Families,
In class, we have been working on the
following:
- Reading: Students
will map essays to increase comprehension. We will look at the way an
essay is written (structure) and the logic of the thesis (claim) and
supports (substance) to critique the quality of essays. During independent reading,
we will continue to help students select texts on their reading level.
“Easy” books increase deeper thinking because students can easily
comprehend the surface level comprehension (what is happening) and think
about the significance of events, theme, and connections.)
- Writing: We
will continue to create story arcs and essay maps as a prewriting strategy
to improve focus and organization in compositions. We will create checklists
to guide revision of drafts. Students will also analyze and discuss the
objective portion of the Practice STAAR test of the writing
benchmark.
- Math: We
are working on measurement: metric and customary mass/weight, capacity,
and length. Next, we will begin a unit on geometry. Students
need to continue to incorporate both long division and 2x2 digit
multiplication problems into their Weekly Math Fact Practice.
- Science: We are finishing our unit on natural resources and land forms. We will soon begin studying weather. Get ready for your child to become a meteorologist!
- Social
Studies: We are finishing Texas missions
and will soon study the colonization of Texas and its fight for independence.
Remember the Alamo! Remember
Goliad! GTT!
Reminders:
- February 9: Practice Math STAAR
- February 11: Practice Reading STAAR
- February 13: Valentine’s Day party from 1:45-2:45
- February 16: Student Holiday
- February 20: Western Day
- February 28: FWE Auction
Thanks so much,
4th Grade Teachers
Frostwood Elementary
