In Math we continued practicing subtraction computations starting from 10 000, using the regrouping strategy. Below is a link, that helps you keep track of our math Learning Intentions and Success Criteria, along with games where they can practice these concepts at home:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Von0b3dqkGpqP00Y4zjj35-ZHBRuyDOx9VjNy1nAvsc/edit?usp=sharing
In Social Studies, we began examining the natural features of Alberta's regions. In particular we looked at the climate (temperature and precipitation), land surface (mountains, valleys, etc.), animal life and plant life.
In writing we have been practicing how to make our writing more interesting by using the technique "Show Don't Tell". This is when the author shows the feelings of a character or describes a scene, rather then telling the reader what is happening. An example
Next Week's Spelling Pattern:
The Sound F
The sound /f/ can be spelled in different ways.
Practice Words:
Photo Graph laugh cough trophy shelf friend enough stiff giraffe nephew
Reminders:
Parent Teacher Conferences - Thursday November 22nd after school and Friday November 23rd morning are the parent teacher conferences. Students have no school on Friday. Please book your appointment through the online booking system. I look forward to updating you on your child's progress so far in Grade 4.
Field Trip - On December 11th we will be going on our visit out of school field trip to Fort Calgary. Please email and let me know if you are able to volunteer to come with us on this day. It will be a whole day field trip. Field trip forms to sign will go home closer to the date.
No School December 7th - On Friday December 7th the teachers have a professional development day and students have no school.
Winter Weather Clothes - Please remember to have children bring snow pants and boots during the colder, wet season. The field can get very wet as snow melts. Extra socks in their backpack would be great as well.
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