Dear Families,
This week was quite a whirlwind! We hope you enjoyed the snow days as much as the students seemed to.
In science, we began our engineering unit by discussing what engineers are and how technology impacts our everyday lives. We will continue in the next few weeks with the oil spill unit that we mentioned in last week’s post.
In math, the students are continuing to discuss fractions. We used paper to create models of unit fractions such as ½, ⅓, or ⅛. This activity lead to discussions about how dividing a whole object into more pieces results in each piece being smaller. Fractions are really a fun topic, and we will have a number of opportunities to use models and hands-on activities to explore.
In writing, we began working on a writing prompt where the students had to determine whether or not the rainforest animal they researched could survive in Hinesburg. They had to draw from their knowledge base as well as the research they performed to make a claim. The students then needed to support their claims with evidence to support their thinking.
In reading, we are continuing to respond to our reading in a variety of ways. Students are working in literature groups, responding to questions using Google Classroom, and answering text-related questions.
We had a visit from the Tooth Tutor, who discussed proper brushing and flossing techniques to maintain healthy teeth and gums. Ask your students to explain why their teeth are like castles with a moat surrounding them! We also saw a performance by Drumshtick, which is a three-person percussion group from the Vermont Symphony Orchestra.
Finally, HCS will be coming together for a “Kindness Rocks” project, which was started by a woman in Massachusetts. To learn more about the mission of the project, you can visit thekindnessrocksproject.com. If you would like to participate, please send your child to school with a small rock (about the size of their palm), which will be painted and decorated by the students as a way to spread kindness around the community.
Have a great weekend,
The Third Grade Teachers
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