Dear Parents,
As we didn't quite get around to inquiring into the Scientific Method last week, it will be our focus for this week. We will then use the structure and our understanding of forming a hypothesis to conduct an experiment - https://sciencebob.com/try-some-lava-in-a-cup/
This also ties in well with our procedural writing focus, allowing students to follow instructional steps with independence.
If you are inclined to conduct some interesting experiments at home with your child for some hands-on learning, here are some simple guided experiments you can set up which also explain the learning behind them: https://sciencebob.com/category/experiments/
Our math focus continues to be on 2D and 3D shapes. We will investigate parallel lines, tessellating patterns, and learn to compare 2D and 3D shapes using a Venn Diagram as a graphic organizer tool.
The children really enjoyed learning to sign their names using the American Sign Language chart last week. This week, we will recap our understanding of the differences between signs and symbols and features that make them effective for universal communication. We will also look at how certain signs are localized and only make sense to people who understand a particular culture or way of life.
Announcements/Reminders
As always, thank you for your continued support at home.
Warm regards,
Bhavna
As we didn't quite get around to inquiring into the Scientific Method last week, it will be our focus for this week. We will then use the structure and our understanding of forming a hypothesis to conduct an experiment - https://sciencebob.com/try-some-lava-in-a-cup/
This also ties in well with our procedural writing focus, allowing students to follow instructional steps with independence.
If you are inclined to conduct some interesting experiments at home with your child for some hands-on learning, here are some simple guided experiments you can set up which also explain the learning behind them: https://sciencebob.com/category/experiments/
Our math focus continues to be on 2D and 3D shapes. We will investigate parallel lines, tessellating patterns, and learn to compare 2D and 3D shapes using a Venn Diagram as a graphic organizer tool.
The children really enjoyed learning to sign their names using the American Sign Language chart last week. This week, we will recap our understanding of the differences between signs and symbols and features that make them effective for universal communication. We will also look at how certain signs are localized and only make sense to people who understand a particular culture or way of life.
Announcements/Reminders
- Our field trip to Dubai Mall will be on this Wednesday. If you haven't already emailed me or returned the form, please do so indicating your child has permission to join us.
- MAP test results can be found in your child's folder.
- Please check IXL for updated skills to practice.
- I am currently experiencing a glitch with RAZ readers for those of you who use them at home. As soon as possible, I will be updating reading levels for your child.
- If you have any broken toys that are electronic or battery-operated, we would greatly appreciate it for our Broken Toy Drive.
As always, thank you for your continued support at home.
Warm regards,
Bhavna