Week of September 23, 2019

Dear Fifth Grade Families,

In Literature, we learn and practice vocabulary words so that they can become a part of our everyday conversations. One way you can support and engage your children is to use our vocabulary words in discussion with your children. I will post our vocabulary words here on the blog under the "Literature" heading. Then you can sneak them into your family discussions. For example, you could praise your children for their valor on the football field or the volleyball court on their last game. Or you could ask them to treat their brothers and sisters humanely.

Our Week at a Glance

Spalding
Dictation

Grammar/Writing
Object of the Preposition
Prepositional Phrases
Preposition Song

Mathematics
Multiplication by 2-digits
Division with 2-digit divisors
Study Guide for Unit 2 Test

Science
Reflection, Refraction, and Absorption of Light
Study Guide

History
Test on Mesoamerican Civilizations on Tuesday
Early Japan
Jomon Pottery Project
Creation Myth of Japan

Literature
Ch. 6-7 of Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis
Seminar on Friday

Vocabulary Words:
Humane
Unmitigated
Prosperity
Valor

Poetry
"Jabberwocky" by Lewis Carroll, lines 17-24

Upcoming Events
September 27 - Spirit Day, Early Release Friday
September 28 - Griffin Gala
September 30 - Student Holiday - Teacher In-Service Day
October 5- First Mathletes competition! Intramural games for boys flag football and girls volleyball

Use these links for update on what your students are doing in Art, Latin, Music, and P.E.