2nd grade math- Students are working on addition and subtraction strategies. Students have been practicing their addition and subtraction facts using Rocket Math. They are also working on solving addition and subtraction word problems. We are currently working on geometry. The students are learning all about solid shapes as well as plane shapes. They are learning about congruent and symmetrical shapes. We will then be learning all about fractions and the different parts.
4th grade math- The students are practicing their multiplication facts using the Rocket Math program and the 100-yard dash. Although we have postponed working on our subtraction rocket, the students are still reviewing these facts on a weekly basis. The students are learning to multiply 3-digit and 4-digit numbers by 1-digit numbers. We are also working on calculating the area and perimeter of different figures. Once the students have demonstrated an understanding of these concepts, we will be focusing on multiplying 2-digit numbers by 2-digit numbers.
3rd grade R/W- Students are learning to spell words with two and three letter blends. They complete spelling homework on a daily basis. In writing, the students are learning about the 4 squares and how to add details to their sentences. We incorporate writing and reading by answering questions and writing responses to what we read. Students are divided into three reading groups and will be reading chapter books. Then they will be answering comprehension and inference questions about the story.
4th grade R/W- During spelling, the students are working on multi-syllabic words with different vowel sounds or one-syllable words with up to six sounds. In reading, the students will be doing a whole class activity. The children will be rehearsing strategies such as using context clues and reflecting on the text while reading an excerpt from Eve Bunting's book about orphan trains called, A Train to Somewhere. The students will be expected to employ their strategies before, during and after reading. After finishing the excerpt, the students will hear the entire story. Once we are done with the reading portion of the activity, the students will be composing expository paragraphs that contain a topic sentences and relevant details.
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email me at Allison.Biringer@sbschools.org