The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go. -Dr. Seuss
The above quote is so true for our third graders. As we near the end of the third quarter and enter into the final quarter of school, it is imperative that your child read every night for 20 to 30 minutes. It will greatly help your child if they read out loud to you as well. We see the most growth from the Fall to Spring in our students that read every night.
March Book Reports will be going home this week. Please know that they will be due on Tuesday, March 31st.
Has your student told you about a new program we are piloting in 3rd grade reading and math called – “The Blender”? We are excited to announce this student-centered model that combines face-to-face learning with online learning – a.k.a. blended learning. For our particular application, students are divided into flexible groups based on what they are ready to learn next and they rotate through 3 centers for both math and reading. The centers include a teacher facilitated station, an independent or partner work station and a tech station. This model enables us to leverage the small groups and technology to engage students and guide learning at a level that is within students' zone of proximal development – just right for where they are to improve student learning. We started the pilot last Thursday with the math class and will include reading this week. We look forward to reporting back to you on our progress with this program!
ELA
Spelling skill focuses on suffixes -ful, -ly, and -er.
Grammar skill focuses on possessive nouns and pronouns.
Reading skill focuses on sequence of events.
All third grade students, were given a tutorial and directions on how to access Quizlet.com. Quizlet is used for vocabulary practice. There is no log in and password necessary to access the activities. The students should visit this website twice a week for practice.
Social Studies
Last week, the 3A students finished their President Research reports, and they all did such a great job!
The 3B students will put the finishing touches on their reports this week.
We finished our lessons on Black History Month and the Civil War. As we move into March, we will begin our unit on Ellis Island and Angel Island. We will be partnering with the 8th grade class to assist us with our lessons and writing project.
Religion
We will continue work in our Lenten Journals.
Math
The students will begin their math lessons on fractions.
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