January
The 5th grade is finishing up its first semester math review, number and operations, and algebra. We are moving on to practical uses of the foundational concepts we learned in the first semester. We will be studying measurements, geometry, and data analysis. There will be many hands-on activities that require the students to reflect on their past knowledge and to use new mathematical skill tools such as tape measures, compasses, and protractors.In science the students are well into their Element Inquiry Shoe Box Report. The outline and first draft were due last week, and they will be bringing home their drafts for the parents to check and make suggestions on how to revise their reports. Next week the students will be working on a shoe box display representing their element.
For the 100th-year celebration, our class is interested in putting together a webcast showing the history of the schools, businesses, and families in Manoa valley for the past 100 years.
Posted on January 23, 2008 12:40 PM | Permalink