Literacy
Reading – we continue on with our novel study of ‘Tuck Everlasting’.
Writing – this week we will complete our unit on narrative writing and focus on how to ‘show not tell’ within writing.
Grammar – Students will study articles and demonstratives, comparing with adjectives and comparing with good and bad.
Numeracy
This week we will learn the order of operations (PEMDAS) and how we use it to solve equations. This week will also be a review of multiplication and division skills.
Science
This week students will be presenting their 3D models! We will also be focusing on electricity, specifically circuits.
Social Studies
Students will present their research on their chosen endangered animal. We will also study Physical Maps.
Bible
We will be learning about Gideon and the unexpected ways God chooses people to be used for great things.
Homework
Literacy
Spelling work due Friday. Students should study how to spell the words and a synonym for each word.
Tuesday – Grammar Pg 73
Thursday – Grammar Pg 75
Numeracy and Science
Tests – please check over your child’s score, sign, and return the next day. For both numeracy and science tests. Thank you!
Mathletics
- Monday – Thursday, which focuses on multiplication and division skills
Upcoming Dates and Events
- Half-day this Friday, 25th
- NO SCHOOL, Monday, 27th – Heroes Day
- Sports Day – Friday, 31st January. Please review Coach Kringes email for more detailed information.
- $3 per student – Due Tuesday, 28th
- Grade 5 wears BLUE with PE shorts and running shoes
- Must have: water bottle, hat, sunscreen, and lunch. School lunches will be brought separately.
- We would love volunteers to participate and help with races. If you are able please sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0A44ABA72BA0F58-sports
Weekly Bible Verse
Genesis 39:23
…the Lord was with Joseph and gave him success in whatever he did.