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Burns’ Homeroom Golden’s Homeroom

Tue/Thus.= P.E. Wed/Fri.= P.E.

Mon.=Art Mon.=Tech

Wed.= Music Tues.= Music

Fri.=Technology Thurs.= Art

October 23-27, 20174th Grade Newsletter

Ms. Burns and Mrs. Golden

We are learning…Extended Text: Who is Neil Armstrong?Reading/Language Arts:

How do we compare/contrast similar themes and topics in stories, myths, and traditional literature from different cultures?

How do I determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text?

How do I use main idea and key details to summarize an informational text?

How do I refer to details and examples in a text when I write a response explaining what the text says?

How do I explain events, procedures, ideas, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text, including what happened and why based on specific information in the text?

How do I compare a first and second hand accounts of the same event or topic?

Word Study Why is it important to analyze words to

find patterns? Why is it important to spell grade

appropriate words correctly? Writing

What are transitional words and how do we use them when we write?

How do gather information and use it to write an informative essay?

How do accomplished writers edit and revise their writing?

Math How do I use math to find and make

equivalent fractions? How do I use benchmark fractions to

compare? How do I use math to compare and order

fractions?Social Studies

What were the major issues debated in the constitutional convention?

Why are the three branches of government important? How do they interact?

How does the Bill of Rights place limits on the power of government? Why was it included in the Constitution?

Classroom News for the week:Oct 23-27- Red Ribbon WeekOct 26- PTSO Butter Braid Sell EndsOct 30- Social Studies Projects dueOct. 31- Halloween Goody BagNov. 2- Unit 3 TESTNov.3- Social Studies Unit TEST

Students may purchase Ice cream for $1.00 on Thursdays. Notes for Parents

It is important for students to spend 20 minutes each night independently reading. They may choose to read their A.R. book, homework activities, or any other reading

material they are interested in. Research shows students who read 20 minutes per day increase their fluency and comprehension skills.

How to contact us:wburns@effingham.k12.ga.us

cgolden @effingham.k12.ga.us

You may also call the school’s office (754-5522).

Butter Braid SaleOctober 16- October 26

We will have a Food DriveOctober 23-27th

RED RIBBON WEEK:Monday, Oct 23rd: Tacky Day

Tuesday, October 24 th Career Day

Wednesday, Oct 25 th 70’s , 80’s , and 90’s

DayThursday, October 26 th College Team DayFriday, Oct 27th Red Shirt and Jeans

HOMEWORKStudent Choice: Reading Log can be completed in the morning during STAR time, or in the afternoon for homework. Students will need to

read for 20 minutes at home every day.Monday Tuesday Wednesda

yThursday

Reading:Read 20 minutes Reading Log/ Parent Signature

Math:Timed TestActivity Sheet

Reading:Read 20 minutes Reading Log/ Parent Signature

Math:Timed TestActivity Sheet

Reading:Read 20 minutes Reading Log/ Parent Signature

Math:Timed TestActivity Sheet

Reading:Read 20 minutes Reading Log/ Parent Signature

Math:Timed TestActivity Sheet