Term 2 Plans!
Here is a brief outline of what topics will be covered in term 2 . . .
Math
Measurement
- estimate, measure, and record length, perimeter, area, mass, capacity, volume, and elapsed time, using a variety of strategies;
Patterning and Algebra - describe, extend and create a variety of numeric and geometric patterns making predictions related to the patterns
Geometry - identify quadrilaterals and 3 dimensional figures and classify them by their geometric properties and compare various angles to benchmarks
Number Sense and Numeration - read, represent, compare and order simple fractions and decimals
Data Management and Probability
- collect and organize discrete primary data and display the data using charts and graphs, including stem-and-leaf plots and double bar graphs;
• read, describe, and interpret primary data and secondary data presented in charts and graphs,including stem-and-leaf plots and double bar graphs;
Language
Reading - reflect on and identify their strengths as readers, areas for improvement, and the strategies they found most helpful before, during, and after reading (book reviews, point of view, literature circles)
Writing - draft and revise their writing using a variety of informational, literary and graphic forms and stylistic elements appropriate for the purpose and audience: book review (linked with literature circles)
Oral - reflect on and identify their strenghts as listerners and speakers, areas for imporvement, and the strategies that they found most helpful in oral communication situations (point of view, inferencing/interpreting ie: detecting bias)
Media - point of view, respond to and evaluate texts, create media pieces
Social Studies
- identify and describe major features of daily life and social organization in medieval European societies from about 500 to 1500 C.E. (Common Era);
Science is taught by Ms. Taylor
Phys.Ed/Health is taught by Mr. McGlynn
Music is taught by Mr. Martin
Classroom Expectations
The students in portable 2 are expected to do their best each day. All students are expected to put their best efforts into all of their work and be respectful of everyone's learning. Students are strongly encouraged not to rush through assigned tasks, and to take their time in class. If extra time is needed I will always do my best to accomodate.
Some reminders around the room to help your child be successful each day include the following posters:
Independent Workers
Listen to instructions carefully
Follow directions
Begin tasks right away
Work quietly and stay focused/ on task
Use information and reminders around the room to help stay on track
Solve problems and don’t give up
Try different strategies
Ask a friend for help
Entry Routine
Hang coat and bag
Change your shoes
Line outdoor shoes up toes to the wall
Open agenda to today and place in blue agenda basket
Put anything for Ms. Henry in the monkey bin
Complete all bell work
**bell work is handed out double sided. On Monday the spelling work for that week is handed out and students can work on it until the announcements are finished. On Tuesday a language sheet is handed out, the students have Tuesday's bell work time and Wednesday's bell work time to complete both sides of the page. On Thursday a math sheet is handed out, the students have Thursday and Friday's bell work time to complete both sides of the page. Students who have completed all bell work practice can use bell work time to complete cursive writing practice (which they have in their bell work duo-tang). Cursive writing is never homework.
Exit Routine
Empty mailbox
Copy ALL reminders into agenda and get it signed (by turning over the help card)
Stack your chair
Pack homework into your bag and clear coat racks
Leave indoor shoes on your desk or on top of the coat racks
Nothing on the floor
Desk is straight and cleared off
Stand at your desk with your back pack and coat, ready for home
** we begin the exit routine, 10 minutes before the bell at the end of the day.
Listening Strategies
Eyes are on the speaker
Feet and furniture are still
Body is facing the presenter
Nothing in your hands
Ears are listening
Thinking about the topic
