Dear Families,
It was a great week in third grade. We are learning and growing every day!
Math
Students worked on double digit subtraction strategies. Students are learning to use number lines to break up bigger numbers into smaller chunks. We encourage students to use “friendly numbers” when solving problems. In Number Corner, students are looking for shape and color patterns this month.
Writing
The students have started composing their personal narratives using their Chromebooks, which is very exciting for all of us! The technology allows for easy editing as well as peer conferencing and teacher comments. The students are enjoying learning how to use Google Docs.
Reading
We are going be reading Red Clover books in the upcoming weeks. Red Clover is a Vermont-based program where books are selected by librarians and voted upon by students across the state.
We have been working on how to retell a story from a book of choice. Next week we will be practicing fluency in order to prepare for our upcoming Reader’s Theater unit.
Science
We are wrapping up our weather unit. Students are now able to predict weather based on cloud types. In addition, students are able to decide what clothes to wear in different climates. Students will continue to gather temperature and precipitation data for their international locations for the rest of the school year. Our next unit will be Forces and Motion. Most classes will start this unit later this year.
Social Science
Ms. Wright’s class made a mural of the Eastern Woodland Indians. It is hanging in the hallway and looks great! Next week we will start learning about the Plains Indians.
Curriculum Night The third grade Curriculum night will be on Wednesday, October 19th at 5:30. We hope to see you there!
Picture Retakes: Picture Retakes will be on Wednesday, October 19th in the morning.
Have a Wonderful Weekend!
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