Weekly Wrap-Up

In math, we have continued our exploration of equivalent fractions. We tried a new way of learning this week....writing on our desks! Students traced two small paper plates to get perfect circles on their desks, and then we divided each circle into different fractions. For example, one circle was divided into twelfths, while the other circle was divided into fourths, so they could easily see that one-fourth is the same as three-twelfths. For whatever reason, they got such a kick out of writing on their desks! And with dry-erase markers and some Expo cleaner, it was an easy way to practice fractions, AND to get our desks clean at the end of the day.

In science, we began studying different ecosystems, and the interdependence between plants and animals in various ecosystems. Students have been assigned to a small group and will be researching an ecosystem of their choice and creating an informational Google Presentation to share their knowledge with the rest of us.

In language arts, we typed up our persuasive letters and mailed them off. In your child's Thursday folder, you may have seen 3 letters. These were written by six students in our class who chose our friends and family as their audience. Other letters were mailed to President Obama and Dr. Flores, the RRISD Superintendent.

We are also continuing to prepare for our Warrior Walk for Water. This will be held on Tuesday May 13 from 10:30am-1:30pm at the Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex on Parmer Lane. All families are invited to attend!

 I hope everyone has a great weekend! Only 4 weeks of school left!