May 2014 Newsletter Update We are having a late Spring and we are looking forward to warmer sunny days. There are only 2 months to go before the Summer holidays and the school year will be over. Its amazing how fast time flies. We look forward to see you on the Leadership Day for Parents. The kids are working hard to make it a successful and memorable day. Language Arts The students will continue to expand their vocabulary through Mes Mots and to spell words correctly. They will continue to practice writing compound sentences and short essays. Grade 4 students will complete their speeches. Students continue working on their I Wonder... questions inquiring with other members of the classroom and learning about the world around them. They are coming up with their questions independently and answering the questions they have on their own. We will also be writing short stories, persuasive letters and working with poetry. Science Grade 3 students will continue using the inquiry process to investigate about plants, their physical characteristics, how they grow and their impacts on society and the environment. They will also investigate devices that use forces to create controlled movement. Grade 4 students will determine ways to minimize the negative impacts of human activities on plants and the habitats. Also, students will demonstrate their learning by preparing a presentation on Sound.
Social Studies Grade 3 students will continue to determine the impact of land use on employment, on the environment and the measures that could be taken to minimize its negative effects. They will learn about thematic maps Grade 4 students will investigate issues and challenges associated with balancing human needs/wants and activities with environmental stewardship. Upcoming Events May 5 Leadership Day for Parents 9:00 14:00 May 6, 20 Quiznos Lunch May 7 School Council 18:30 Stressed out kids stressed out parents May 8 Leadership Day for Educators May 9 Silver Birch Award May 15 Kindergarten Orientation Evening - 15:00 May 16 Silver Birch Award May 19 Victoria Day (No school) May 26-30 Jungle Sport May 29 School Council 18:30 Social Media - Children & You The Wizard of Oz Choir will be meeting on Days 1, 5, 6, and 10 during the first nutrition break AND once a week after school from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Please practice the songs at home (visit our Grade 3/4 class website for the links under Homework). Mathematics Grade 4 and Grade 3 students will be working on 3-D Geometry and 3-D Measurement as well as on Patterns and Motion in Geometry. Also, well review all chapters with Grade 3 students before the EQAO test. Grade 3 students are encouraged to practice EQAO questions at home. EQAO website: (http://www.eqao.com/Educators/Eleme ntary/036/036.aspx?Lang=E&gr=036) Habit 3 Put First Things First Work First, Then Play One of the hardest thing for kids to do is to set the right priorities and as parents you can help them by reminding your child to follow Habit 3 Put First Things First. That means doing homework first before watching TV or playing games. When parents are involved in the 8 Habits, children become more motivated in learning and personal development. Recommended Links French: http://www.learnfrenchlab.com English: http://www.tumblebooks.com/library/asp/cust omer_login.asp Math: http://www.amathsdictionaryforkids.com/ Social Studies : http://atlas.nrcan.gc.ca/site/english/maps/the matic.html Science : http://wwf.panda.org/about_our_earth/biodive rsity/ Cineplex movie theatres are having a promotional event for families every Saturday morning at 11:00 for $2.50. You can spend a family afternoon with your kids watching Robots, Tooth Fairy or Dairy of a Wimpy Kid among others. For more information, go to: http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites