December+6th+2011

Homework: 30 minutes of reading plus a reading log response. Spelling; Work on definitions and creative sentences due Friday. Drawings or photos for your I Am Poetry (6-10 due)

Optional Homework: Color your South America handout AND/OR work on exploring the possibilities in the map tool.

Today in class:

Math: We finished up with mixed numbers and improper fractions. Tomorrow we will begin working on decimals. Language Arts: We responded to a writing prompt about sports programs in middle schools. We also had time to work on our PhotoStories. Social Studies: We worked on Maps. We used the Atlas to find places in South America. We also labeled the countries and capital cities on a paper handout. We also began exploring the "coolest" map tool I have ever found on-line!! Students will create their own maps and themes using this tool. It is incredible so you should check it out if you get a chance. [|Map Tool] Science: [|Digestion] Review