SCIENCE GEM PROJECTS DUE WEDNESDAY!
This Week In Math. . .
DECIMALS DECIMALS DECIMALS
This week we will extend our knowledge of fractions to decimals. We will look at decimals on a number line, Decimals forms,and Comparing Decimals.
Also, this week is PI day! We will take some time to look into this amazing decimal.
This week we will extend our knowledge of fractions to decimals. We will look at decimals on a number line, Decimals forms,and Comparing Decimals.
Also, this week is PI day! We will take some time to look into this amazing decimal.
This week in Spelling. . .
Rule: Relative Adverbs, Relative Pronouns, and Reading Content Words:
A relative adverb is an adverb that introduces a relative cause.
A relative pronoun links and introduces a relative clause to another part of the sentence.
1. where 2. theme 3. when 4. evidence 5. why 6. fiction 7. whose 8. nonfiction
9. whom 10. simile 11. which 12. metaphor 13. that 14. introduction 15. who 16. conclusion
A relative adverb is an adverb that introduces a relative cause.
A relative pronoun links and introduces a relative clause to another part of the sentence.
1. where 2. theme 3. when 4. evidence 5. why 6. fiction 7. whose 8. nonfiction
9. whom 10. simile 11. which 12. metaphor 13. that 14. introduction 15. who 16. conclusion
Vocabulary: Sadlier Unit 5
antique
1.) (n.) an object made long ago; something made in the past 2.) (adj.) from the past; very old
baggage
(n.) suitcases, bags, packages, equipment, or other items travelers carry; things that get in the way
digest
1.) (n.) a shortened version of previously published writings; a magazine that publishes short versions 2.) (v.) to understand or grasp an idea; to break down food within the body for nourishment
establish
(v.) to set up, start, organize, or bring about; to prove beyond doubt
eternal
(adj.) lasting for all time; with no beginning or end; continuing forever; seeming to be endless
haste
(n.) speed or quickness of motion; overeager action without caution
humid
(adj.) steamy or heavy with moisture; moist or damp
lash
1.) (v.) to whip or strike; to scold; to strap down with rope or cord 2.) (n.) a whip; a blow made by or as if by a whip; an eyelash
oppose
(v.) to act or speak out against, resist, object to; to be in direct contrast with
pioneer
1.) (n.) a person or group that goes first to explore, open, prepare, or settle an area; someone who breaks new ground, as in science or ideas 2.) (v.) to open the way for others to follow; to lead, be the first
sensible
(adj.) showing or having good judgment or reason; aware of
worthy
(adj.) having value, importance, or worth; good enough for
This Week in Reading. . .
This week we will use Storyworks and read a the Play, "Feathers in the Wind". We will explore setting, theme and Plot. Friday we will take a test on the Play.
This week in Social Studies. . .
This week we will learn more about the explorers Columbus as well as Magellan. We will then learn about the English colony on Roanoke Island.