Parent/Teacher Conferences

In Readers' Workshop, students are learning to think about theme through the lens of characters.  So, how can we use what we know about characters and what they learn to identify possible themes?  One way we are doing this is by analyzing characters' big mistakes.  When characters (and people) make big mistakes, they learn from them.  Usually we can generate a theme if we infer what the character learned from their mistake. 

In Writers' Workshop, we are revising our personal narratives.  Students are learning to add at T.A.D.D. (Thinking, Actions, Dialogue, Description) more to the heart of their narratives to stretch out those important parts.

In Math Workshop, we are reviewing and practicing for our test on Friday.  A review will come home today.  Students need to complete the even numbers for homework (due Friday).  Remember, if your child is visibly frustrated, write me a note at the top of their homework and I will work with them in the morning (your child will still receive full credit on homework). To help with homework tonight, show your child this anchor chart (below).  We use this in Math Workshop to solve real world problems (AKA word problems). 



Homework:

• Math review: Due Friday
• Read 20 minutes

Reminders:

• Math Test: Friday, October 20
• Parent/Teacher Conference: A notice regarding parent/teacher conferences went home last Friday.  Please sign up for a conference slot and return to school at your earliest convenience.  
• Planners:  I check planners for signatures every Friday.  Please make sure you have signed days Monday-Thursday by Friday morning. By signing your child's planner, you are communicating to me that your child read their 20 minutes each school night. 
• Snacks: If possible, send your child to school with a healthy snack.  We have a late lunch.
• Water bottles: Students are allowed to keep a water bottle at their desk if they'd like.

Supplies:

Thank you,

Mrs. O'Neill