Data Management

In math we began a new unit on data management. We reviewed concepts that were covered in grade 3 and began our first lesson on reading data in tables.  Students examined information in tables and answered questions relating to the information. We discussed a grade 4 level answer compared to a grade 3 or 1 level answer. Students know that it is important to compare the information in tables when prompted to say what the table tells them. This often involves subtracting to find the difference between values in a table.

In arithmetic, students learned to estimate the quotient when the divisor ends in a 1, 2, 3, or 4.

In language, students worked on their list 14 spelling words and spent time reviewing capitalization rules and commas.

In our storytelling unit, students continued working on the good copy of their story. Students were typing, illustrating, and editing their good copy. Others were writing the About the Author segment or working on their dedication.

Students attended French, art, and gym class today.

Homework & Reminders

• Review list  14 spelling words in preparation for Friday’s spelling test
• MMS p. 76 & 77
• Arithmetic p. 73 & 74
• Return the completed Polar Expressions form if you haven’t already
• Return Parent-Teacher Conference request forms if you haven’t already
• Sign and return all tests coming home today
• Some students who spent extra class time typing their story good copy are bringing home their spelling and language class work as they did not have time to get done in class. (Spelling p. 58 & 59, Language p. 62 & 63)Do as much as you can at home, but don’t stress if you don’t get done.