Time Flies When You're Having Fun!

Here we are, the last week of school for the year. Can you believe it?

We will continue to focus on Non-fiction with an emphasis on Expository Writing:

Monday: Christine Parker from the City of Jacksonville Animal Care and Control will be visiting with her partner, Maggie. This month we have been focusing on DCPS Character Trait of the Month: Kindness and Caring. She will extend our focus on caring and kindness not just towards others but also towards animals.

Tuesday: Period 1: Our reading coach Ms. Knighton will be visiting to focus on summarizing.
Periods 2&3: We will start our Expository Essay. Pg.258: Problem/Solution Essay. Students will select a "Problem Within the School Setting" and create a concept map. On the map brainstorm all of the problems associated with the chosen topic and possible solutions.
Periods 5 & 6: We will attend the school's Spelling Bee in the auditorium

Wednesday: Problem Solution Essay Pg. 258 All classes will get caught up to speed with the brainstorming and concept map (step 1) and complete the four square graphic organizer for homework.

Thursday: We will be visiting the Media Center to check out a book for pleasure reading over the holiday break. If you currently have a book checked out from the Media Center please bring it with you. Homework: Using the four square graphic organizer write the first draft of your Problem/Solution Essay. Bring the first draft with you tomorrow for a peer editing session.

Friday: Mini-lesson on Revising Sentence Structure--Peer editing session with a focus on sentence structure and time to write your final draft.

I wish you all a safe and joyous holiday season! This time of year can get a little hectic, consider slowing down and reading to your child. Even a chapter or two of their favorite book can mean so much. The best gift you can give is your time. =)

---I'll see you next year!