/ September 29 – October 3, 2014
Words of Wisdom
From the third grade classroom of Ms. Ivey
Here’s what we are learning:

English Language Arts: We are continuing to discover the meaning of character traits, setting, plot and mood. We will be reading and writing about “Charlotte’s Web” and “Loved the Best”.
Math: We are learning to add and subtract numbers fluently. Our focus this week subtracting 3-digit numbers with regrouping.
Unit of Inquiry (Science and Social Studies): Transdisciplinary Theme: Where We Are in Place and Time. Central Idea: Earth is a unique place to live. We are exploring Louisiana geography and what makes us unique.

Announcements: Visit our website for complete announcements: http://www.tangischools.org/Domain/4100.
·  Report cards will be sent home on Tuesday, September 30th.
·  Reading Test has been moved to Thursday, October 2nd. Students need more practice with writing short answer responses.
·  Last week, students took an online Silent Reading Inventory to determine their reading level. Scores will be released this week.
·  There will be no school on Friday, October 3rd, so that families can visit the Tangipahoa Parish Fair in Amite.

Homework Calendar

Subject / Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday
Grammar / Grammar Practice Book
pgs 2, 18 / Grammar Practice Book
pgs 26, 225 / Write! Workbook
Pg. 64 & 65 / Write! Workbook
Pg. 66 & 67 / FAIR DAY
NO SCHOOL
Reading / Reading Test
(new date)
Math / Math Workbook
R2-2, P2-2
(pick 5) / Math Workbook
R3-6, P3-6
(pick 5)
Science/S.S.
Spelling / Spelling activity of your choice / Spelling activity of your choice / Spelling activity of your choice / Spelling activity of your choice

Spelling words week 7 (consonant digraphs /ch/, /sh/, /(h)w/): chin, itch, push, chef, when, wash, much, sharp, pitch, where, peach, child, wheat, chance, machine