What’s Happening in Third Grade ... Mr. Albanese’s class news What’s Happening in Third Grade ... Reader’s Workshop: We have begun our unit on Character Studies and we are getting to know a character as a friend! The character Opal from “Because of Winn Dixie” has shown us that this is possible. Writer’s Workshop: We are working on Literary Analysis Essays (LAT) and learning how to use two literary texts to write a four paragraph essay. Math: We are just finishing up Unit 4. The students learned all about area and perimeter. Fractions are up next! Social Studies: We are learning about the American Revolution. Who’s side would you be on? Loyalist or Patriots? Homework reminder Make sure to check student planners and take home folders daily. Continue to practice your multiplication facts. Remember your Reading Log and Reading Response. Dates to remember Valentine’s Day: Feb. 14th Jump Rope for Heart: Feb. 15th Presidents Day: Feb. 16-19th Half Day: Feb. 28th