Week 22

We had a busy and productive week!  In math we concluded our work on unit four.  We worked on ordering and comparing fractions.  For writing this week we began to prepare for the SPAC (a reading and writing test the students will take this spring.)  In preparation of this assessment we read 2 different articles, took notes on the main ideas and supporting details.  Next students were given a  graphic organizer to plan an essay incorporating a thesis with supporting details from both sources.  This was HARD work!  The class took this work on with great focus and confidence.  On Friday students shared their non fiction teaching books with classmates, then we set up a book museum for everyone to enjoy!  Our reading focus this week was exploring Hartford history.  We ended the week in the sunny and cold forest with fire-side s'mores!