February is just flying by...
Math
In Numeracy, we will continue to focus on Representing, Comparing and Ordering Fractions. This week, students will work on lessons that focus on writing mixed numbers as improper fractions and vice versa and recognize the advantages and disadvantages of each representation. They will also learn and use multiple strategies to compare and order proper fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers, including the strategy of relating numerators and denominators. (Adapted from Math Up)
Here are some links for parents and students to recap the learning that is happening in the classroom this week:
1. Sum It Up- Representing Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers (Parents)
2. Sum It Up- Comparing and Ordering Fractions (Parents)
1. Missing Pieces Puzzle (Student Activity)
2. Shape Puzzle (Student Practice)
3. Fraction Comparison (Student Activity)
4. Spinning Fractions (Student Activity
5. Fraction Bingo
6. Fishing for Fractions
Language
We are now shifting our focus to Black History. February is Black History month and we will be focusing on historical figures who have changed and shaped North America. Students will be learning about influential figures like Martin Luther King Jr, Rosa Parks, and Viola Desmond, just to name a few. At the end of the month, students will be working on a biography on one of those influential figures. Students will be expected to create a model of their figure as well. I have sent a note home on Monday with students about supplies.
Religion
In religion, students continue to prepare for Confirmation.
We have a few things coming up this week. Tuesday we have a Flying Canoe presentation/play, Wednesday we have Bboyizm dance workshop, Thursday is spirit day, wear valentines colours and Friday is a professional development day.