Our class is beginning a new science unit of inquiry into the basic structural systems of his or her body, which include the skeleton, joints, muscles, and the ways these systems work together to provide movement and coordination. This is an exciting unit for students. Over the next 6 weeks they will engage in thoughtful investigations exploring bones, building skeletons, making models, and testing their responses to sensory stimuli. Your child’s interest in the human body can be increased by asking about the investigations at school and by providing additional experiences at home. Has a member of the family had an X ray taken recently? Your child will enjoy examining it. Physical activity is a great way to increases awareness of the human body. Encourage a game of Tag or Twister. Last, but not least, visit the library to check out some books on the subject matter. We are looking forward to many weeks of exciting investigations of the human body!
In math, we have just finished a unit on perimeter and area. Students will start our next unit on multiplication, division, and problem solving with numbers 6, 7, and 8 on the 15th. We began "rocket math" in multiplication this week. I noticed students needed extra practice with their multiplication and division facts. Keep practicing math facts for five minutes at home each night and students will move through "rocket math" quickly.
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