1. Third Grade Newsletter
GIFTED GAZETTE 3.0
Jan. 3rd – Jan. 5th
What we’re learning this week…
Vocabulary
& Test Schedule
Reading:
This week we will…
read Chapters 1-4 in Because of Winn Dixie
identify important vocabulary and summarize our reading
identify dialogue and point of view
investigate shades of meaning of synonyms
Language/Writing:
identify main verbs and helping verbs
create a “Friend Wanted” poster, will be completed next week
Spelling: none
Math: This week we will…
continue with concepts of area and perimeter
begin our Area/Perimeter Dream Homes
Project of the Week (P.O.W.): New Year in-class assignment due Friday
Research: Students will interview grandparents/parents with focus questions about the importance of friendships. Students will begin making a list of interview questions in class. We will discuss interview etiquette and how to turn interview answers into a presentation.
Students will have choice in presenting their findings to the class either through audio/videotaped recording, PowerPoint, essay, etc…
More details to follow soon!
Reading:
Because of Winn Dixie graded classwork
Vocabulary: Will come from BofWD this week.
Language:
“Friend Wanted” Poster will be a graded assignment
Spelling:
Assessed through writing. Students are expected to consult dictionaries, peer editors, and computer resources to monitor spelling when writing.
Math: Area and Perimeter test on Friday
Monday, January 15th –
Martin Luther King Holiday
A note from the teachers
Happy New Year and welcome to the third quarter of third grade!
MOBY MAX! The top 3 students with the highest total amount of time spent working in MobyMax for January will receive a special treat for their dedication. Thank you for encouraging your child to log-in and complete lessons from home.
Ms. Morrison & Ms. Doescher