What we are Learning!

Math 

We are studying the relationship between division and multiplication. We've used some strategies to turn a division equation into a related multiplication equation. That way we can use multiplication to solve it! We looked at using multiplication charts as a cool tool to help us not only with multiplication, but with division. We can't use multiplication charts on test, but we've practiced how to use graph paper to create our own multiplication chart tool. Knowing those facts fluently is super helpful! Practice, practice, practice! 

We've introduced division by separating into equal groups as well us using repeated subtraction.

This week we are continuing to understand the similarities and differences between multiplication and division relationships and representing multi-step problems.  

Multiplication Mash-Up Songs

ELAR 

We are finishing our poetry unit! Lines, stanzas, and rhyme scheme, oh my! We're working hard to look at understanding and analyzing poems. We will have our unit assessment next Wednesday October 30th. 

We are continuing to make inferences and use evidence from the text to support our understanding. For this assessment and each reading assignment going forward, we will be expecting students to support answers with text evidence.

Rhyme Scheme Help Video

Social Studies

We can describe how individuals, events, and ideas have change communities and explain how decisions and actions of an individual impacted a community. We will be talking about many influential people, but will focus on the contributions of Mary McLeod Bethune and her impact on education and civil rights. 

Mary McLeod Bethune Biography Video

Science

We are hard at work on our cardboard arcade games! Students are working with groups to build using cardboard and other recyclable materials to create an entertaining game for third and second graders to play. If anyone has extra duct tape laying around, we will definitely put it to use! Students are working hard every day to make sure games are ready to play by Friday November 1st! 

Caine’s Arcade Part II Video

Field Trip!!

Field Trip to the Holifield Science Learning Center (HSLC)/Outdoor Learning Center! 

Our class will be going to visit the HSLC on November 14th from about 10:15-2:20. We will be going on outdoor hikes and observing the animals at the HSLC and learning about life sciences. 

Please return the field trip form as soon as possible! 

Suggested Attire: 

Please make sure to check the weather and dress accordingly as we will be outside! 

• Long pants or jeans to provide protection from mosquitoes and poison ivy
• Socks and a comfortable pair of closed-toe shoes or hiking boots that may get muddy
• Hat and/or sunscreen (applied beforehand)
• Raincoat or hooded poncho, if rainy
• Warm coat and gloves, if cold

Important Reminders:

• We will leave right on time so please make sure students are here on time. 
• Everyone needs to bring a sack lunch with a drink (Water bottle for the trails is optional). Students who need to buy a lunch will pick up a sack lunch from the cafeteria in the morning. 
• Insect repellent or sunscreen may only be applied at home prior to arrival at school. Loose-fitting long sleeve cotton shirts and long pants are suggested as another mosquito deterrent.

Tentative Schedule: 

10:15 AM	Depart from school to HSLC
Upon Arrival (10:30-ish)	Lunch at Picnic Tables on Northside of HSLC
11:00-11:15	Whole Group Orientation in Auditorium
11:15-11:30	Break into Investigation Teams for Lesson Introductions
11:30 AM	RED Teams – Animal Room	BLUE Teams – Trails
12:00 PM	RED Teams - Trails
12:30 PM
1:00 PM		BLUE Teams –Animal Room
1:30 – 1:40	Reflection Time for All Teams
1:45 PM	Buses loaded for departure back to school

Update!

Happy fall, y'all! 

Fair Day - October 14th 

No School! 

Parent Conferences - October 15th 

Students have off while teachers meet with parents to discuss student progress. Make sure to return the conference sign up sheet to reserve your time. I look forward to speaking with you! 

Math 

We are starting multiplication! This week we are just focusing on representing multiplication facts using repeated addition, equal groups, arrays, and skip counting. 

ELAR 

We are beginning our unit on Poetry. This week we will look at the structural elements of a poem, including stanzas and rhyme scheme. 

Our grammar this week will continue reviewing proper nouns to show the specific names of people, places, and things. 

In writing we will write poems that convey a mental image using poetry conventions. 

Social Studies  

I can describe how an individual has changed a community. We've been researching Daniel Boone and his contributions to his community with developing his Wilderness Road through the mountains to Kentucky. 

Science

We are continuing to study matter and describing solids, liquids, and gases. We will be looking at changing matter by adding or removing heat. 

Week 2!! :)

Hello 3rd grade families!

Week of August 19-23

We are so pleased to start our second week here at Christie! Scroll to the bottom of this post for a flyer about how to access parent portal and keep track of student grades and information. 

Don't forget! 3rd Grade Curriculum Night is this Thursday August 22nd at 6pm. We hope to see you there! 

Math 

I can compose and decompose numbers up to 100,000. Students will practice representing numbers in standard form, word form, expanded form, and we will be introducing expanded notation. 

HW: pink sheet of review (circle problems you are unsure of). 

Reading/Language Arts

I can monitor and adjust my comprehension. Students will practice using their inner voice to track their thinking as they read and make sure they are comprehending the text. Practice at home by sharing aloud thoughts, connections, and questions as you read together as a family. 

I can use prewriting strategies to generate ideas and plan a first draft.

I can identify whether a verb is written in past, present, or future tense. 

HW: Read every night. Write down your book in your agenda and have a parent sign it. 

Social Studies

I can explain my rights and responsibilities as a citizen. 

Science

I can give examples of healthy habits and explain their importance. We will be identifying and researching healthy habits in order to gather information for a paper slide group project we will be working on this week and next week.