Wednesday, October 5, 2016

The Impact of Energy Production


Day 1

Grade 6s began their day with math. We took up yesterday’s homework and then worked on today’s lesson which was about patterns in division. Students practiced dividing two- and three-digit numbers by 3 to determine if the number was divisible by 3. We then learned about divisibility rules for 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9. Students were already familiar with divisibility rules for 2, 5, and 10. They enjoyed learning the remaining divisibility rules. Parents, please ask your child to describe some of these rules to you. Students are asked to complete practice work on p. 15 of the MMS textbook.

We had language time next, where we continued exploring the criteria that if used will help students write a great legend or fable. Students read samples of student writing. As a group we identified and shared the strengths that we saw in the writing. Students learned that having a problem and a resolution is an important characteristic of narrative writing. Having a character that the audience can relate to is important too.

UOI time began next. Students used the first segment to work on their electrical safety posters. They were challenged to finish up the poster with colours and markers before recess. Four groups were successful at achieving this

Our second segment of UOI time was used to view more videos on how to build a battery operated car. Students considered all the ideas they have seen and had to come up with their third thumbnail sketch.
 

We got to hear a learner profile presentations from Jacob today on what it means to have appreciation. We appreciate your work, Jacob.

We ended the day working on UOI. Students continued researching the environmental impact of energy production. Some felt that they had enough information to begin working on their slideshow.

Parents, please take time to complete the SJA self-study survey by Friday, October 21, 2016, by clicking on the link: SJA Self-Study Survey or by copying the address into your browser https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XCHTHN8.  

Homework & Reminders

·         Parents, please complete the self-study survey: SJA Self-Study Survey It takes about 5 minutes to complete.

·         Devices – needed all week (research & slideshow)

·         Math p. 15

·         Read for 30 minutes and record your reading in your log

·         Learner profile assignment – be ready to present on your assigned day

·         Science Fair:

o   Discuss your third thumbnail sketch with your family

o   Find a box to store your materials (past due)

o   Begin collecting materials that were suggested in the letter and in class (past due)

o   $10 for materials (past due)

·         Thursday

o   Music

o   Reading logs are due

·         Friday: PD Day – no school for students

·         Monday: Thanksgiving – no school

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