The Gift of Wali Dad

Homework

1.) Math
-quiz tomorrow
-complete math sheet

2.) "The Giver"
-read chapter 6 and 7

3.) STEM
-if your writing assignment has not yet been handed in marks will be taken off! 

4.) Journal
-if it is not yet handed in 

Highlights

*We reviewed the number patterns unit and made patterns with coloured tiles. 
*We discussed the various barriers people face when leaving their home country to emigrate to a new country. 
*We were introduced to "The Gift of Wali Dad" for drama. 

Digital Roots Math Art

Homework

1.) Math
-draw a good copy of one of the digital roots design patterns
-success criteria:
*follow digital root number pattern
*use a ruler to make straight lines
*use colours
*use your creativity!

2.) Journal
-if you have not yet handed in the journal assignment from Friday

3.) STEM
-if you have not yet handed in the good copy of the STEM explanation 

Highlights

*We discovered number patterns in the multiplication table called, digital roots. 
*We completed a quiz on "The Giver".
*We continued discussing vocabulary to describe feelings and plight of refugees. 
*We summarized our STEM explanation with our group members to have one for the display case to go along with our structures. 

Rights and Freedom

Homework:

1.) Math
-complete math worksheet
-complete any incomplete homework from previous days

2.) News
-watch the news tonight (CP24, CityTV etc.) or pick up the newspaper
-summarize at least ONE event (who, what, where, when, why and how= W5H)
-be prepared to share tomorrow

3.) Journal
-complete the journal response from Friday if it is not yet finished (see Friday's post for the questions)

4.) Reading Response
-complete the reading response if you have not yet handed it in on Friday

Highlights:

*We created and exchanged challenging number patterns.
*We discussed themes found in "The Giver" such as freedom, rights, democracy and made world connections between the book and current events. 
*We read the book "The Roses in my Carpet" and discussed the plight of refugees. 
*We played multi-sports in gym today. 

Summer Weather

Homework

1.) Math
-complete the sheet given this afternoon
-create two of each (growing and shrinking number patterns) and write in your notebook

2.) "The Giver"
-read up to chapter 4

3.) Bring water, hat, sunscreen to wear when you're outside

4.) Literacy Night
-bring in form by Wed.

Highlights

*We continued working on number patters.
*We read another chapter and practiced writing meaningful reading responses. 

***Please remember to bring a bottle of water to school everyday now that the weather is getting very warm. It is important to stay hydrated so you can stay focused and stay cool in class!***

Right to Play

Homework:

1.) Math
-pg. 361 #4 a,b,c,d (skip graphing questions)
               #5 ab
                #6ab
-QUIZ on Friday
-have you parents sign the "In and Out Boxes" quiz

2.) Journal

Choose at least ONE topic to write about in your journal. The entry should be at least ONE PAGE single-spaced and in paragraph form.

1.      Describe a time when you have had a major change in your life. Include your thoughts and feelings, and how you coped with the change. Some examples are emigrating, moving houses, changing schools, moving into the city, experiencing a new family.

2.      Pretend you are a person (or an old relative) wanting to move to Canada. Describe some of the reasons why you want to move, as well as some reasons that make you want to stay in your home country. Include your thoughts and feelings, and how you coped with deciding to move to a new country. 

     

    3.) "LOL" Literacy Night

      -have your parents sign and return the form by Wed

    4.) STEM 

      -finish backgrounds for your structure

    

    5.) Reading Response

      -due on Friday 

Number Patterns

Homework

1.) Math
-"In and Out Boxes" worksheet
-complete weekend homework: pg. 362 #1-4 bonus #5
-pop quiz tomorrow

2.) STEM
-complete weekend homework: good copy of STEM explanation (staple together with rough copy)

3.) Reading Response
-complete weekend homework: reading response due (use previous rubrics to guide you)

Highlights

*We began a new unit in math on Number Patterns.
*We continued another guided reading session on "The Giver".
*We played multi-sports in gym. 

***Ms. Mok will be away in the AM, homework will be collected in the PM. See you tomorrow!***

STEM celebration

Homework:

1.) STEM
-good copy of explanation (use rough copy and reflection you made today to guide you)
-write neatly or type it out on the computer
-due on Tuesday

2.) Reading Response 
-due tomorrow

**************To be assigned for Friday/Weekend Homework*********************

3.) Math
-pg. 363 #1-4 bonus #5
-due on Tuesday 

5.) Language
-The Giver "Vocabulary Activities" sheet 
-due on Tuesday 

Highlights:

*We completed most of our building, today was the last day before the tools needed to be returned. 
*We discussed the importance of responsibility and taking good care of our class belongings.
*We shared and critiqued STEM explanations as well as reflected on how we can "bump-up" our marks. 
*The ultimate frisbee team had our 2nd game at Winchester in the rain!!

***Have a wonderful long weekend, see you on Tuesday!!!***

Young People's Theatre

Homework:

1.) Journal
-retell the play we watched today "Sultans of the Street"
-the main characters were:
Ojha 
Mala
Chun Chun 
Prakash 

Aunty/ Pao Bhaji Wallah

-it should be at least ONE PAGE 
-include the focus you chose in your writing (either: set design, music/sound effects, lighting, costumes) 

2.) Read
-reading response for your own book is due on Friday

Highlights:

*We continued working on our STEM projects, we accomplished so much this morning!
*We had lunch together and walked to the Young People's Theatre to watche "Sultans of the Street".
*We came back and bought treats from Tim Horten's!

STEM Building Continues

Homework

1.) Journal
-answer the 4 of the 7 journal topic questions below (to prepare us for the play on Tuesday)
-should be at least ONE PARAGRAPH EACH
-due on Monday

1.      What do you already know about children who live in developing countries?

2.       What is status?

3.      The United Nations has created a Declaration of the Rights of the Child. Who enforces these rights?

4.      When does one know that trust has been established?

5.      Why might someone choose to advocate for someone they don’t know?

6.      Explain the word “dignity.

l     2.) Permission form for our trip to the Young People's Theatre

     -the trip is on Tuesday, make sure the form is signed and returned by Monday

      3.) Reading response due next Friday

    Highlights

    

    *We completed another full day of STEM building today, many of the structures are nearly done!

    *We played on instruments in music.

    *Project Engage was unfortunately cancelled again. 

    

    ***Congratulations to Sherry for earning top points on Class Dojo this week!!!***

    ****Don't forget to say "Happy Mother's Day" to your moms on Sunday!!!***

STEM Building Day

Homework:

1.) STEM 
-complete the explanation for your design, follow the rubric to guide you (or see the tab "STEM" above)
-5 paragraphs 
-rough draft due TOMORROW

2.) Read
-continue reading your book in order to write a response (due next Friday)

3.) Get the permission form signed by TOMORROW
-we will be going to the Young People's Theatre next Tuesday (May 13) to watch a FREE performance
-bring your lunch that day, we will have to leave school at 12:00pm to get to the theatre on time

Highlights:

*We worked on our STEM projects all day, calculating, measuring, sawing, and building!
*We enjoyed the warm weather for outdoor gym.
*We played on instruments in music. 

***Tomorrow is Project Engage (PM)!!!***

STEM building begins

Homework:

1.) STEM
-please see the tab "STEM" above for more details 
-write an explanation of your bicycle parking lot design (5 paragraphs)
-the rough draft is due on Friday

2.) Read
-a new reading response will be due NEXT Friday

Highlights:

*We reviewed how to convert units from mm to cm, and m to km. 
*We worked on our drafts to include accurate measurements, some groups will be ready to start using the tools and cutting the jinx wood tomorrow!
*We watched building videos to get tips and ideas on using the tools. 

***Good luck to all the students going to the track meet tomorrow!***

STEM

Homework

1.) Math
-complete two pages of math work given this morning in your notebooks

2.) Read

Highlights

*We reviewed how to convert measurements (mm into cm, feet into m...)
*We worked in our STEM groups to draft measurements of the base and side views of our structure. 
*We had some time to enjoy gym outdoors! 

Project Engage Cancelled Today

Homework

1.) STEM drafting
-finish math calculations 
-building will only begin once the draft has been approved 
-click on the following links to see the videos from this morning:
(if the volume is too soft click "cc" to have the words shown on the video)
Building Up
Wheel and Axle
Joining Jinx
Saws and Cutting
Pulley Video

2.) Journals
-choose one of the topics to write about:
               i.) What would happen if children ruled the world?
              ii.) What would happen if there were no vehicles? How would this change your life?
              iii.) What would happen if you were taller than the trees? How would this change your                          life?

3.) Read!

Highlights

*We had our math quiz this morning.
*We learned about QR codes and watched safety and building videos about our STEM project using the iPads.
*We completed our math artwork since Project Engage was cancelled because two teachers were away. 

***Congratulations to Humaira for earning top points this week!*** 

Have a wonderful weekend everyone! :)

"The Giver" by Lois Lowry

Homework

1.) Math
-quiz on Area and Perimeter tomorrow
-pg. 330 #4-8

2.) Reading Response
-use the comments you made earlier today in your reading log about the "The Giver"
-write a response/letter to me (1 page) 
-due tomorrow 

Highlights

*We worked on our STEM designs in groups. 
*We continued working in small groups to practice measuring area and perimeter. 
*We began our novel study on the book "The Giver".
*We had outdoor gym.
*We played on instruments in music. 

***Tomorrow will be the first day of Project Engage (after PM recess)!***