Christmas Elves

I'm so proud of these "elves" for being so selfless! 

And More Presentations...

Presentations...

Check Out These Presentations...

Here are some presentations from day one! Check back for more in the next few days!

Projects

What did you think of the group projects that we have done the past two days? Do you prefer this way of learning as opposed to worksheets and written tests? Do you think it is a good way to show what you've learned?

Comparing Poetry, Drama, and Prose Video

If you need ideas for your project, check out this video. It is a little lengthy, but has some good similarities and differences.

Comparing Potry, Prose, and Drama...

What are some similarities and differences that you notice between poetry, prose (stories), and drama (plays)?

Save the DRAMA!

This week we will be talking about "drama" and characteristics of drama. Have you ever heard any of the the following words: dialogue, stage directions, cast, characters, narrator, scene?

Class Changes

Today was our first day switching classes for writing/social studies.  What was your opinion of the schedule change?

Reading Fluency Practice

To test your reading fluency, we use the Dibel's Reading Assessment. If you're interested in improving your fluency, print out some of these passages and practice at home.  Your goal should be to read more than 100 words per minute on the "4th Grade Ave" passages.  Use a stopwatch and check your fluency, or practice with a parent! The only way to become a better reader is to practice, practice, practice!

Fourth Grade Reading Fluency Passages

Educational Games

If you get bored on Thanksgiving break, check out these educational games! Let me know if you play any of the games and what you think of them!

Fourth Grade Learning Games

12 Powerful Words (with hand motions)

Did you notice any of these words on your learning checks? Get ready...we'll be learning the hand motions after Thanksgiving!

I'm thankful for...

As Thanksgiving approaches, we should all reflect on things we're thankful for. I'm thankful for many things...my family, my health, my freedom, and each one of you (just to name a few!)  What are some things that you are thankful for?

Narrative Writing

This week we will be completing a "narrative writing" piece.  Narratives were always my favorite thing to write. Watch the video. What did you learn about narrative writing?

SNOW DAYS!

Read the poem "Snow Day." Can you relate to the poem? What elements of poetry do you notice in the poem?