November 1, 2011

• Math - Drawing Pictures of Fractions: Lesson 37
• Science - Mount Pinatubo: Notes on predicting volcanoes - more of the volcano dvd.
• Journals - orange journals due today
• Spelling - independent sort: Write the sort and rules or patterns in your word study notebook.  Hunt for more words that fit those patterns.
• Writing - Persuasive paper: Should we have a surprise party inside or out?
• Reading - One group is reading The Jacket while other students work on penmanship and have reading comprehension practice.
• English - Plural Possessive Nouns: Worksheet 6 (we will review unit 2 for a couple more days then have the test either Friday or Monday)
• Social Studies - Benchmark 2: Write the second benchmark in your notes.  Look up and read about the French and Indian War.
• Art

Remember the big party on Saturday.  Students are bringing home participation waivers today.