Week of Sept 3-7

We Are Learning To (W.A.L.T.):

Word Study:

• recognize that english is a melting pot of languages
• look up words to find their origins

Reading:

• look for patterns in our reading logs
• set reading goals based on the patterns we notice in our logs
• record our thinking on sticky notes
• write quality stickies and strive to write 'four star post-its'

Writing:

• study authors and read their writing and ask, ‘What did this author do that I could also use to make my own writing more powerful?  
• use Chrysanthemum as a mentor text to model the power of repetition
• use Fireflies to show the power of strong word choice. 

Math:

• review concepts taught throughout unit 1 as we are nearing the end of this unit

Science:

• Use two kinds of sprouting devices to find out what effect water has on seeds