MATH:We have been exploring the use of several online tools and hands-on tools in math class to help us answer the question: How can you use place value to compare, add, subtract, and estimate with whole numbers?
Students have had the opportunity to work with partners, small groups, and independently. Additionally, it has been great to teach in cooperation with Mrs. Jabir and Mrs. Uptegrove. We are planning and working together to address the needs of all learners in the classroom. Ask your child: How do you compare and order large whole numbers? What are some strategies you can use to round large whole numbers? How can you rename a whole number? MATH-DIGITAL TOOLS:THINK CENTRAL: This is the digital component to our newly adopted Go Math! curriculum. The site provides a location and tools to differentiate learning experiences for students and assess student learning. We have been using this site in class periodically over the last two weeks. There may be times students will need to access this site at home for homework, but please explore the site with your child and encourage your child to go to this site as a resource when help is needed outside of school. There is a link posted on the math page of this site and is titled "Go Math- Digital." *Quick Start Guide was sent home with students in take-home folders on Friday. Please keep this for reference. REFLEX MATH: This site will be used for the purpose of math fact practice. The goal is fluency and this site is motivating and well liked by kids. Practice on this site can be done anytime, but will at times be specifically assigned as part of homework. Looking for a break from the screen? Flash cards work too! Practice is what matters. *A parent letter was sent home with students this past week and Reflex Math was assigned for homework. DIGITAL CITIZENS: Learners completed five modules and missions to acquire their Digital Passport. As a final assessment, students created a newsletter or poster with the purpose of teaching other 4th graders how to be good digital citizens. Students gave tips and advice in the areas of responsible use of cell phones, privacy, effective and efficient searching, cyberbullying, and creative credit. This assessment was a great opportunity for students to get creative with non-fiction text features and showcase their learning. Common Sense Media is an excellent resource for parents. Check it out for tips and advice on navigating the world of parenting in this digital age. Additionally, look for parent information to come home next week that supports what your child has learned through Digital Passport. Ask your child: What advice did you share in your digital citizenship assessment? TERRARIUMSWe are scientists! Table teams worked together on Friday to build a terrarium. We will use them to review scientific processing skills and continue to ask questions, research, and observe these small living worlds throughout the year. The initial work in science notebooks was to sketch and label the terrarium, and then to record questions and make predictions. The slideshow below showcases the process! Rock PainTING...Look at these gorgeous creations! Each Harman student painted a rock this week with Mrs. Kuntz leading the way. Stay tuned for a beautiful display to adorn our school soon!
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