Division 2 has started a couple new units in the last couple of weeks. In Science we are learning about Evolution, and specifically focusing on Natural Selection the last couple of days. It's been interesting learning about how both nature and humans selectively breed plants and animals to develop desired traits.
In Language Arts we will be making our own Non-Fiction Picture Books. Students will be picking a topic that they enjoy and researching it. They will then create a picture book to teach grade 3/4's about their topic. The beginning stages entail lots of note taking and learning about the various text features used in non-fiction writing to help teach the reader. In math we have started to subtract integers, which is a little trickier than adding integers, but the students have been persevering and trying different strategies. I have even shared my Tick Tick Trick with them for subtracting negative integers. Parents, feel free to ask your child some questions about what they are learning! They've had a great start to Term 2. Reminders: Please bring in all your items and cardboard for the cardboard challenge with our Buddies on Friday. Math: Back of Subtracting Integer worksheet P.A.R.: What challenges has Cole faced since returning from the island in Alaska? In Touching Spirit Bear, Cole spent much of the book learning how to control his anger. What strategies has he tried to control his anger since coming home? Write a paragraph (3-5 sentences) explaining the challenges he has faced, how he has tried to adjust to life off the island, and what you think he needs to do to deal with the challenges he is facing. What would you do in his situation? Also, feel free to share any connections you may have made between TSB and Ghost of Spirit Bear.
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