Jan. 26th Update

Math

This week we learned about measuring temperature, and length. Any real-life opportunities for students to measure, and discuss temperature at home are important life skills. We will continue to explore strategies for estimating and measuring length, choosing an appropriate unit when measuring, and ordering and comparing measurements. There will be a very short measurement test next Thursday, February 1st. Students took a test outline, and sample questions with them home today. 

Here are the learning goals for measuring length by grade:

Grade 2                                

• I can estimate and measure length using standard units (cm, m), and non-standard units (snap cubes)
• I can choose an appropriate unit for measuring length, height, width (cm, m)
• I can draw an object to match a given length (e.g., draw a pencil that is 5 cm long)
• I can compare lengths (e.g., order from least to greatest 30 cm, 2m, 4cm)

Grade 3

• I can estimate and measure length using standard units (mm, cm, m)
• I can choose an appropriate unit for measuring different lengths, heights, and distances (mm, cm, m, km)
• I can compare lengths within a problem context Pool A is 6 m long, Pool B is 700 cm long, which pool is longer?

We will move into measuring mass and capacity later next week. 

Art

We have been studying work created by Ted Harrison.

 Students are working towards creating a piece that shows children playing Snow Snake in the style of Ted Harrison's artwork. Students have sketched their images, and are now working to go over their sketch in crayon and later paint. We will have a painting day in the first week of February and I will ask that students wear "painting clothes". If you have a vulnerable sector screening and would like to join us please let me know. We can always use extra hands on painting days!

Science

Liquids and Solids and Structures

We have started learning about new topics in science! 

Grade 2 Liquids and Solids Big Ideas:

• ·      Liquids and solids have specific definitions called “properties”

• ·      Liquids and solids can be mixed to create different substances
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• ·      Some liquids and solids can be harmful to people and the environment

         Grade 3 Structures Big Ideas:

• ·       Structures have a purpose, a shape and size, and can support a load
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• ·       Structures are affected by the forces acting on them
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• ·       Structures need to be strong and stable 

On our first day we went for a community walk to look for examples of liquids and solids, and different types of structures. It was a beautiful winter day!

 Frozen Yogurt

Frozen yogurt orders are due on Feb. 2nd. An order form was sent home on Monday. Please pay online. If you have any questions, or require a new order form, please let me know!

Glow in the Dark Dance

The dance is on Thursday, Feb 1st. This is a family event! Watch for communication about this!

Winter Coat Drive

The Grade 8 students are collecting used winter coats for a local charity. If you have any winter coats, in decent condition please send them to school!