Pioneer Homes

In our math unit on fractions and decimals we ordered and compared fractions, mixed numbers and improper fractions. Students used pattern blocks and pictures to show which showed more. They showed their work by writing fraction sentences with symbols.

In language, students worked on list 23 spelling words  and reviewed spelling words from lists 19 - 23. Extra time at the end of the day was used to catch up on speech introductions and conferences with students.

We continued with our inquiry unit on Pioneers. We took up the work that students worked on independently or in a group yesterday to discover how pioneers cleared the land. Students shared their thoughts. They used their learning to add to their KWL charts. Students contributed pioneer-related words to add to our class chart of A-Z of pioneer words. Today's challenge was for students to discover by reading what pioneer homes were like. They could choose to work independently or in a group to complete this work. When they were done, they were challenged to complete a second page of their own A-Z booklet.

 

We ended our Pioneer time learning about another game called cudgel. We had a few brave volunteers to play this game, but we all thoroughly enjoyed it. Ask your child to explain how this game works.

Students attended French, art, and gym class today.

 Homework & Reminders

·         Review list 23 spelling words

·         MMS p. 126 & 127

·         Complete revised speech introduction for tomorrow if you haven't already

·         Read chapter  6 of Little House in the Big Woods and complete reader response page for tomorrow

·         Mark Saturday, February 22, on your calendars as the SJA Annual Gala - Gala tickets are for sale now ($75/adult & $10/child)

·         Trip forms

·         Spelling test on Friday

·         Support the grade 2 fundraiser by purchasing their crafts on sale from $0.50 to $2 starting tomorrow - proceeds will be donated to World Vision