Dear Fourth and Fifth Grade Families,
This past week, the class continued with our block on fractions. The students explored finding equivalent fractions (for example, 1/4 = 2/8 ) by multiplying the numbers on the top and the bottom of a given fraction with the same number. They found that as long as they multiply the numerator and denominator of a given fraction with the same number, the size of the resulting fraction remains the same. The students also practiced transforming fractions with different denominators to fractions with common denominators. Now, the class is simplifying fractions and will study simple multiplication and division with fractions. Following our Math Block, the class will start with the second Norse Myths block. We will continue to work in our fractions workbooks during extra main lessons.
In Mandarin with Ki Cerina, the students have finished the work with the Chinese abacus. The students have come far in practicing the multiplication tables with Ki Cerina. Using the Chinese abacus has helped the students deepen their multiplication skills, which supports their developing mathematical skills in class as well. The Mandarin class is now changing focus back to language arts and concentrating more on the spoken language.
Announcements and Reminders:
If you have not yet signed up for conferences, please do so here. It will be lovely to meet with each of you.
The autumn weather is here (finally). Layering clothing is essential for students to be comfortable throughout the day.
Please label clothing!
Send two full water bottles and bug spray daily.
Upcoming Events:
10/11 - 10/12 Sixth Grade caving field trip
10/12 HALF DAY - Parent Conferences
10/13 NO SCHOOL - Parent Conferences
10/14 Community Work Day 10 am - 1 pm *Please note the date change
10/21 Kingdom of Halloween
11/1 NO SCHOOL - Teacher in-service
11/1 Parent Night for Joyful Beginnings and Kindergarten classes, 6 pm - 7 pm
Warm regards,
Gaby
