January 9, 2014

We continued working on our newspaper articles today (stay tuned for your published copy in the next week or two!).  The students enjoyed some independent reading time as well, and we started on Chapter 2 of 'The Hobbit'.  The vocabulary in this book is a bit beyond some of the students, but I'm helping them through it, as it's an excellent read aloud.

After Recess, we had Math.  Be sure to ask your child how I "blew their minds" today, and then, if they're in Grade 3, quiz them with a few 3 digit minus 3 digit math problems where they have to borrow.  If they're in Grade 4, try a 6 digit minus 6 digit (and then get them to read the answer!).  We even ventured into a 7 digit minus 6 digit today, which the 4's loved.  Also, be sure to find out how your child did on our 5 minute frenzy.  This is in lieu of Mad Minutes now, and will be done 3 days per week.

They then had P.E. with Mr. Banman.

After Lunch we had S.S. and we're learning about the Copper Inuit.  We did some research in our texts about the climate, food, plants and landforms where the Copper Inuit live (see if your child remembers any), and then we went on to watch a portion of a BBC documentary about the Inuit, which was absolutely fascinating.  As I explained to the students, what a blessing it is for us to have the technology available to be able to get a glimpse of life in the arctic, and see God's magnificent creation up close!

We played a quick round of "Pamplemousse" before dismissal, and the children made me promise to play another round tomorrow.  Get them to practice with you at home tonight. :)

No homework today everyone.  Enjoy your evening!