Thanks for your patience with this week's post. We've got a busy rest of the week ahead. Let's go!
Math: We'll introduce some division concepts this week. Let's explore "divisibility rules", and look at two ways of thinking about division. While you may not know it, you have been dividing since you were little. Sharing equally is a basic, intuitive skill. (There are 4 trucks in the sandbox, and you and a friend decide to share them, taking two each.) At the same time, we will continue to practice basic division facts.
L.A. and Social Studies: We have reached the end of Refugee. Let's link the story back to what we learned about fundamental human rights. Which of the Universal Declaration rights were denied the characters in the novel? We'll also put together a collection of the "best of the book".
Writing: Your "food poems" look great! You've made some strong word choices, and have shown off top-drawer vocabulary. Let's keep it up! The sensory details theme continues this week as we find our inspiration from magazine photographs.
Science: Your nervous system extends throughout your body. An experiment in sensory reception is coming your way this week.
The end of your first term is near. We'll spend some time this week reflecting on your middle school journey so far. What have you done well? Where could you find improvement? What do you look forward to?
Have a great week, everyone!
