Reading
The Sages are all reading books that connect to our Cultural topic, Native Americans. Once a week I present the students with "thinker" question. They jot their ideas down on an index card and then get into groups for discussion. The "thinker" questions were generated by the Sages and stem from the various literacy topics we have focused on this year: storyline, theme, reading strategies, and author's style (including literary devices).
Spelling
Spelling has been continuing as usual. However, I admit to slacking on putting your child's spelling words in your mailbox for practice at home. I am wondering how many families actually use the words. If you would like to me continue sending your child's word sets home, please let me know. Otherwise, I'll save some trees.
As always, feel free to contact me in person, by phone, or email with questions, concerns, ideas, or suggestions.
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