We are working hard in history learning much about Ancient Egypt. It is amazing to think that the Ancient Egyptian civilization lasted for 3000 years. We are historical babies. The student groups are working together on topics of interest. I believe they are working hard on research. Today in writing students tried out two different ways to write introductions that were different than their "go to" intros. Students should be reading independently every night and on the weekends. In fifth grade math the class demonstrated good understanding of total surface area of rectangular prisms and

Reminder: Due Tuesday, October 11th: Book project (either a book cover / written book review / or oral presentation (not read off of a paper)           Quote response        5th grade: Terrific Twins.

Geography: 1/3 of the class has yet to begin taking the seven geography assessments. They must be completed by 10/24/16. After that date, there is no retaking them. Please check in with your child to see where he or she is in the process. A few students are almost done.

Egypt: Students are choosing topics to study in detail. I'm still waiting for decisions from a few students.

Literacy: Today students worked on perfecting punctuating dialogue, which will improve their post instruction personal narratives. Some students need some more practice.

Reading: Students had time to read silently today. Some of the students who completed reading their books worked on the related projects.