week 5

We were working on Picasso art work.  We also went on a Terry Fox walk to the beach and back to the school.  It was very fun.  We are working on lattice multiplying.  For the Picasso art work we drew a picture without looking and coloured it with pastel. In music we are working on dances about what we love in Canada.  In French we are working on doing a cross word puzzle and making one.  In gym we just finished working on baseball and now we are working on rugby.  We also had a math test.  We have also done Josie's book chat.   Now some grade 6's who want to get to do the announcements!!!!!!!!!!!!!



                                                         bye!!!!!  by:Ava Bartley and Kevin Park!!!!!!!!

Week 4

We've had a busy week! In social studies we've been delving into social justice issues and the connections between issues in both Canada and the world. We have been looking at two heroes, Terry Fox and Craig Kielburger, and how they've both affected change in different areas.

In math we've been continuing to work on multiplying multi-digit numbers. The students now know 3 different strategies to solve these problems and can use whichever they prefer. We will be moving on to order of operations for grade 6's and long division for both grades. Students have also done "mad math minutes" of only the 3 timestables and have graphed their progress. Next week we will do the same for the 4 timestables.

In language we have continued our work in poetry, learning about metaphors and similes, and explored the structures of haiku and diamante poems. Next week we will pull together social studies and poetry and look at how writers can speak out against an injustice through their writing.

Next week's homework is as follows:

1) Do 10 minutes of typing practice per day. Use the link on the blog, or a different program if preferred.
2) Complete the cursive sheets
3) Read the spelling strategies then complete the editing worksheet.
4) Complete the multiplication math work. Students can use any strategy to multiply- traditional, lattice or place value.
5) Read the poem that uses personification and answer the questions. Illustrate your vision of the poem.
6) Read independently for at least 20 minutes a day.
7) Practise the 4 timestables and memorize them. Review the 3 timestables if they're not memorized yet.

Best,
Bronwyn Davidson

Terry Fox walk

week 3

Thank you to all parents who came out to the BBQ and curriculum night. It was great to see so many parents in the room, and the students really enjoyed re-reading the messages of encouragment today that you left for them.

A few notes on upcoming events:

• Book fair purchases can be made on Thursday. (Send money with your child to purchase books)
• Our first math tests will be returned Thursday. Please sign the test and return it. This will help give you an indication of how things are going in math. 
• Homework folders will be sent home on Friday, to be returned, completed, the following Thursday.

As outlined in the homework policy sent home on the first day of school, there are many purposes for homework. It will be used to review concepts, practice skills, and teach time management skills. You can help your child be successful by helping them manage their time each day and weekly. Also, provide a quiet place to study and be available for questions. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at msbronwyndavidson@gmail.com.

This week’s homework:

1)   Read “Words at Play” and complete p. 8.

2)   Write a poem that rhymes on any topic, in any form. Remember a title!

3)   Complete “Multiplying 2-digit numbers” in math.

4)   Complete the cursive sheets.

5)   Go to the class website, then to the typing practice link. Practise for 10 minutes each day.

6)   As always, read for at least 20 minutes each day and practise timestables.

Best,

Bronwyn Davidson

Week 2 part 2

This week we were working on Aursmas. So you know an Aurasma is a sort of video app that brings pictures to life. We have been working on making our own. In the first week we have drawn an icon or a logo that described us and attached a Aurasma to it.

Students have been assigned a "book chat". A book chat is a time when a student or teacher talks about one book of their choice. They have chosen a time in either September or October to do so. They must be equipped with the writing and a picture of their books cover.

This week we have also been working on poetry. They have done a rule poem using one of the 5 rules of poetry, an I Am Poem, and a Limmeric Poem.

Yesterday we talked about cooperation. " What impact do our choices have?", " Why is it important to cooperate with others?", " Do all conflicts have resolutions?", and " What causes conflict?" Are questions that we have been talking about.

Thank you

Rebecca and Liam room 21

Week 2

This week we will continue our work on our arausmas, using the set of school ipads. This is a great opportunity for some students to use their strengths in technology to help others. I'm enjoying getting to know the strengths of the students through this project, as it involves visual art, writing, reading, speaking, all with the use of technology. It has also helped me to understand the learning needs of students in the room.

In language we have begun a unit on poetry. The students created and presented group poems, many incorporating elements from music class, which I was thrilled to see, as an Orff-trained music teacher. We read many poems today that illustrated the "rules" of poetry. Please ask your child to tell you some of them.

In math we have begun a unit on number sense and numeration. Any unfinished class work will be assigned as homework. You can help your child immensely by ensuring that he/she knows his/her multiplication tables. Even 5 minutes of practice a day will help.

As always, please contact me if you have any questions, concerns or information at msbronwyndavidson@gmail.com.

Best,
Bronwyn

Updates and an interesting article on student success.

Over the last couple of days we have continued our Tribes work of getting to know each other and cooperate as community members. Today we learned about the roles that people play in groups. Please ask your child what role he/she thinks that they play in a group and if it's a positive or negative role. If it's negative, what different role could they take?

Yesterday and today we also learned about logos, icons and aurasmas. Please ask your child to explain these concepts to you. The students' logos, icons and aurasmas will be on display for you to see at the BBQ on September 17th. Between now and then, please download the free app "Aurasma" on your device (phone or ipad) so that you can view their work. I'll have extra devices on hand at school that night too.

Lastly, in doing some research on student success, I came across an interesting article that I thought parents might find useful. As a teacher and parent it certainly made me think.

http://growingleaders.com/blog/student-success/

Best,
Bronwyn Davidson

First day of school!

We had a great first day at school, getting to know each other and learning classroom rules and routines. The students learned our community agreements, so please ask your child what they are.

The school info package was sent home with your child. Please send it back completed ASAP. Also, I gave an agenda to each child. Please send $7 to cover the cost. I'll be sending home a letter to parents tomorrow.

As for homework, students will use the agenda to record any work that they need to finish or work on at home. In addition, please ensure that your child reads at home for at least 20 minutes daily.

I look forward to a wonderful year of learning and growing together.

Best,
Ms. Davidson