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5th Grade News - November 2017
5th Grade News - December 2017
5th Grade News - February 2018
5th Grade News - March 2018
In reading…
Our students are learning about the genre of FANTASY. All classes were immersed in this genre by watching a fantasy movie and after, discussed the elements of fantasy that they saw. They are also all enjoying a class read aloud on either, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe or The Paper Bag Princess. The students talk and jot down either in their notebooks or use an organizer to keep track of the elements they come across.
Some elements of fantasy are:
Your child should also be reading a fantasy book on their own. Please make sure to take your child to the library if he/she doesn’t have their own fantasy book. As they read their book, they should keep track of the elements they come across. You can also discuss their books with them and have them show you text evidence that supports their ideas.
In writing…
The fantasy unit will begin with genre-specific vocabulary and dive right into character work. Students will examine complex characters that have a mix of positive and negative qualities. Then, fifth graders will craft their own characters and create an actual quest or a metaphorical quest for those characters. Students will write an original story that includes many elements of fantasy works.
This is our final writing unit of the 2017-18 school year. Students are typically excited about the creative freedom that this unit embodies. The chance to include symbolism and explore bigger social themes makes these published pieces stand out.
In math…
Our students have worked really hard during the last (8) months culminating with the New York State math exam the first week of May. As a grade, we are pleased with the rigor and stamina your children exhibited over the (2) day exam.
During the month of May, we will be working on problem solving with the Coordinate Plane. During the Coordinate Plane unit, students develop a coordinate system for the first quadrant of the coordinate plane and use it to solve problems. Students use the familiar number line as an introduction to the idea of a coordinate and construct two perpendicular number lines to create a coordinate system on the plane.
Students will learn important content vocabulary pertaining to Coordinate Planes. This study culminates in an exploration of the coordinate plane in real-world applications.
In science…
Our fifth grade scientists are learning about tectonic plate movements. We have explored some of the effects of earth movements by discussing earthquakes, tsunamis, and landforms. Also, we will study how rocks can continue to change from one form to another known as the rock cycle.
At home, visit http://studyjams.scholastic.com/studyjams/jams/science/rocks-minerals-landforms/earthquakes.htm to help support what we are learning in science.
In addition, your child can start a rock collection and practice being a geologist!
In technology . . .
During the month of May, 5th graders will learn about maintaining a digital portfolio using their G-Suite for Education accounts.
Students are encouraged to practice their typing skills at home on Keyboarding Without Tears.
Feel free to email me with any questions: Kconnolly8@schools.nyc.gov.
In social studies…
During the month of May, the fifth grade students will be studying the American Civil War.
Through the use of videos, read-alouds, image study, articles and interactive experiences, students will gain an understanding of the important concepts of the era. Included in these concepts are: the causes of southern secession; how economic factors in the north and south impacted the struggle; how technology impacted the outcome of the Civil War.
Students can expect to complete various projects to show what they know.
In art…
Students are learning the anatomy of the face and learning how to draw it realistically with pastels.
They will also be learning about Shang Dynasty bronzes, which explores how bronze is made and the rise of Chinese civilization.
In health...
Safety & first aid unit! We will be learning about safe practices within our surroundings and what we can & should do in emergency situations.
In gym…
This unit we will be practicing Volleyball! We will work on our bumping, setting and hit/spike skills in a fun, competitive & social setting.
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