Here is out latest art adventure. Since we were learning all about plants last week, I decided to link our art lesson to our science lesson. Every student had to create a plant collage made out of a watercolour creation that they had painted previously. Check out how beautiful these turned out.
Here’s what you missed…
Just in case you were unable to make it to our Open House last night, I thought I’d share a few pictures of what you would have seen if you were here! If you didn’t get a chance to visit last night, please remember that if you have any questions or concerns, you can email me anytime or we can work out a time to meet. 🙂 Have a great 1st week of October! (Cooler weather is almost here! :D)
OPEN HOUSE!
Hope to see you tonight!
Objectives and Homework for October 1-5, 2012
English -Write plural forms of nouns ending with ‘y’. – Write plural forms of irregular nouns. – Form singular possessive nouns. Homework: – Monday: Page 27– Wednesday: Page 29
Math -Subtract multi-digit numbers when some digits are ‘0’.
Homework – Monday: page 14 (Pegasus: All, Leopards 1-6, 11-12 and Dragons: 1-4, 11-12)
NOTE: There will be a Math Chapter 2 Test on Thursday, 4th October. This chapter focuses on adding and subtract multi-digit numbers. Please encourage your child/children to take their time, pay attention to the addition or subtract signs and add and subtract carefully. Continue to remind them of the importance of checking over their work once they are finished. Spelling Homework – Study for Spelling Test on Friday. Homework: Tuesday: Pages 15-16– Thursday: Page 17-18Science – Observe inherited characteristics.– Describe how traits are inherited. – Describe how traits are developed. Homework: Vertebrates/Invertebrates Project DUE October 19, 2012 (see handout given to every student on Friday, September 28. There is also a copy of it on the previous blog entry. Please see me if you have any questions)Bible– Respond to questions about Philip’s ministry to an Ethiopian man. – Match scriptures to fulfilled prophecy with the correct statements. Homework: – Study Bible Verse for Friday. (Parents, please encourage your child/children to study and memorize his/her Bible verse. This counts towards their end of term Bible grade.)– Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19Art: Homework: – Bring in old magazines, an empty container (example: juice bottle, small box, milk carton, flower pot or other small item to decorate) and white glue (ensure that you child.children have some at school)
Vertebrate/Invertebrate Project
Grade 4 Science Research Project
1 Vertebrate and 1 Invertebrate
Find out details about a vertebrate and invertebrate of your choice:
· Habitats
· Diets
· How it cares for its own
· Size, weight & lifespan
· Defenses against enemy
· Unique behaviors
· Other interesting facts
Create a ‘Double Bubble’ comparing and contrasting these very different animals. Find out at least 3 things that are similar and 3 things that are different. Please use as much science vocabulary as you can to describe your animals. REMEMBER: Use deeper level thinking.
Example:
In addition to writing the names of the animals, you’ll also be drawing a detailed picture with their habitats as part of the ‘double bubble’ background. When your scientific art piece is complete, you will need to type a 3-paragraph research paper on your findings. Your paragraphs should include:1st paragraph – What two animals did you select?2nd paragraph – How are your animals the same and different?3rd paragraph – What have you learned from this project?
This project is due Friday, October 19, 2012. Have fun, get creative and learn!
Sincerely,
Ms. Suckoo