We began working on our new decimal math unit this morning.
We reviewed how to use a place-value chart to show large numbers in the
millions and billions. We also reviewed representing fractions using pictures
and decimals. Students should be very confident with equivalences such as 1/2 =
0.5, 1/4 = 0.25, 3/4 = 0.75, 9/10 = 0.9, 9/100 = 0.09, 3/10 = 0.3, 3/100 =
0.03, etc. Students practiced rounding large numbers to the nearest tenth and
hundredth place. They also converted between standard form, mixed numbers and
decimals. We did not have much time to complete today's practice questions in
class. Students are asked to complete these questions for homework.
We were then joined by the Grade 5s for inquiry time.
Students worked in groups to finish up writing the constitution for their
island government.
Grade 6s then met for novel study discussions. Students had
class time to complete the reading of chapter 17,but did not have enough time
to answer the questions related to this chapter. Students are asked to complete
these questions for homework.
We finally had class time to work on science fair projects.
I met with each student to check on their progress and advise them of next
steps. Students who are behind are strongly
encouraged to come to school early each day to work on their projects from 8 am
to 8:45 am daily. Students are also asked to make time to purchase the trifold
display board.
Grade 6s attended French class with Mme. Blanco.
The Grade 5s joined us again at the end of the day. Groups
were challenged to complete the write up of services that the government will
offer citizens. A few groups have begun
working on their slide show and the good copy of their constitution. Students
will need their devices to finish up their slideshow tomorrow.
Homework &
Reminders:
- MMS p. 116
- Novel Study chapter 17
- Science Fair: Students are encouraged to come early, 8 am to 8:45 am, to work on their science fair projects. Make time to buy the trifold display board sometime soon.
- Study for the Government Unit Test on Monday, November 17.
- Bring devices to create a slideshow
- Queen's Park trip tomorrow
- Lunch forms and payment are due Friday, November 21
- Picture retake is on Tuesday, November 25
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