Math - None (optional: IXL lesson 8MZ...look it up by clicking the search button, typing 8MZ, and then selecting the 5th-grade lesson). (Today, we converted metric units of length. Please continue practicing multiplication flashcards at home, as we will do a lot of multiplication and division in the next few weeks.)

Science - None (Today, we continued reading in our Thomas Edison books and comprehension packets. I thought it would be fun to learn about another great historical scientist. The students will also enjoy learning about him and receive a special gift from ComEd next week to bring home. Today we read chapters 3 & 4.)

Social Studies- None (Today we read chapters 10, 11, & 12 in our Escape By Night book. Some questions to ask:  What deal does Tommy make with Annie?... He told Annie that Samson can sleep with her for a week.  Why do you think Annie changed her mind about telling about Red?... I think she felt bad once she found out he had a two-year-old he hadn't seen in a while.  Why does Tommy suddenly feel relief while singing?... He saw his father singing with passion, and the congregation was singing loudly with joy, and then he felt this relief because he knew what he needed to do and what mercy meant.  What is Red's plan to escape, and how will Tommy help?... Red has to cross many main streets through Augusta to get to the river, but Tommy offered to help because he knows shortcuts through yards.  What two things does Red read to Tommy from his commonplace book?... Red read Tommy a two-line poem from his book and a story of a man named Jonathan Walker.   What items did Tommy put in the sack for Red's journey?... An old t-shirt of his father's from the mending pile and some food, which was not easy to get.)

Coming up, so plan accordingly: May 19th - 23rd

• Monday, May 19: PJ

• Tuesday, May 20: Sports/Jersey Day

• Wednesday, May 21: Wacky Wednesday

• Thursday, May 22: Beach/Hawaiian Day

• Friday, May 23: SPIRIT DAY DRESS DOWN

Reminders:

- I offer office hours Monday through Thursday if your child needs me to reteach something in Math, Science, or Social Studies. Please email me for assistance, and we will meet via the Google Meet link. 

Upcoming events:

~ We have another Field Trip on May 21st to the Civil War Museum in Kenosha. More info is to come for chaperoning by our room parents—field trip forms went home in April. I am so excited about this enrichment opportunity. 

If you are interested in helping out with our classroom needs:

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Thank you all so much in advance for your continued support. It truly makes a difference in our school community!!