Thursday, December 12th

Math: Complete p 213 (11-20) in textbook as a study guide. We have already worked some other multiplication problems to also review for test tomorrow. Writing: Recopy your Informative Letter to Snowball, our Elf on the Shelf. Be sure to have your grownup to check for spelling errors! ALL Native American projects were turned in on time! Yeah! Can't wait to present them in the next few days. They will remain on display outside our classroom until next Wednesday. You may pick them up then.

Thursday, December 5th

NO DOL test to study for this week! Math: textbook pp 202-203 (6-15) Look for a test over chpt. 7 probably Wednesday or Thursday. Study for times tests. Reading: Complete assessment review WS Spelling: spelling squares activities

Tuesday, December 3rd

Continue to work in on spelling squares activities. Math: WB 120 Reading: Read "What do Illustrators Do?" Sign reading log. Complete trifold.

Monday, December 2nd

We have started our "Spelling Squares" this week. Your child has all week to complete three (3) activities listed on the sheet. I have worksheets for them to use for some of them. They can use their Rotary Club dictionary to complete many of them! I will also give them class time to work on this assignment. Remind them the Spelling Squares sheet MUST be attached to their work before turning it in!! Math: Chpt 7-Mental Multiplication Compete pp 193 (1-10) in math notebook. Study for timed test tomorrow! Social Studies: Continue to work on projects. ALL projects are due next Monday, Dec. 9th.

Monday, November 25th

Because of the short 2-day week, we will NOT have a spelling list, DOL sentences, reading story or Grammar lesson. We will be concentrating on math and Native Americans (Social Studies) this week! Math: Chapter Review on pp. 186 (9-26) Chapter 6 test tomorrow! Social Studies: Work on your Native American project. I have met today with each child and they have done some research on ideas for their project. Remember, project AND their presentation are due Monday, Dec. 9th! If they finish earlier, they can bring it in and go on and present.

Thursday, November 21

Study for spelling and DOL test. We were not able to go the lab today for our pretest, so ALL students will be taking the spelling test tomorrow. Math: WB 11-112 over nine facts; study for the times test tomorrow Grammar: Tenses of verbs WB 87-88

Tuesday, November 19

Math: Complete WB 107-108 Reading: Read the story "Jones Family Express" and complete the trifold. Social Studies: Be sure to get in the permission form for our native American project with your child' tribe choice. THanksgiving Break will be a great time to get a head start on the project! **Please be sure to check your child's folder tonight for a note concerning the lunch schedule for Thursday's big Thanksgiving meal at school. The times are different!

Monday, November 18th

Spelling: ABC order and parts of speech WS Reading: Practice O WB 95-96 Social Studies: Finish Native American Tribes information chart (many finished it in class today!) Math: Continue to study multiplication facts! We are continuing our "race to the Ice Cream Treat"! Look for a math test sometime early next week.

THursday, November 14th

Study spelling and DOL sentences Math: complete x7 WB 103-104; study your times facts for our timed test tomorrow! Don't forget to turn in your sheet indicating which Native American tribe you wish to do your project about. They are due tomorrow!

Monday, November 11th

Spelling: Make up a story using 10 of your spelling words. Reading: Finish making your vocabulary cards. Be sure to illustrate and write a synonym for each word. Practice the words with your adult! Math: Study your multiplication facts!! We still have quite a few students who have not passed the 3s and 4s. Next timed test is on Wednesday. We are testing on the 6s.

Thursday, November 7

Study DOL/spelling Math: WB pp 97-100; Study for next times test (5,3,or 4) Grammar: WB 75-76 Tomorrow is the last day for the Book Fair! Parents, you may want to come today after school and visit the Book Fair with your child!

Tuesday, November 5th

Reading: Read "One Riddle, One Answer" and sign reading log. Complete trifold. Math: Study multiplication fact; we introduced x3 facts today. Your child will either take those for their tests or 2's or 5's. Today we previewed the books at the Backyard Book Fair. Tomorrow will be our class's day to purchase books. Be sure to send money with them tomorrow. You may also write a check, made out to "Back Yard Bookfair". If you would prefer to come with your child to buy books, you may come by during our specials (12:45-1:30) OR you and go right before or after school.

Monday, November 4th

Spelling: Complete the word search WS using your spelling words. Be sure to have a home buddy solve your puzzle! No math or reading today. We went to the Carson Center to see "Stuart Little". It was wonderful! Multiplication Update: The only timed tests I gave today was for those students still on the 2 and 5 facts. The next test will be on Wednesday and will cover the 3 facts.

Thursday, October 31st

Because you and your child may be out trick or treating tonight, we have tried to keep the HW to a minimum! Many students have completed work at school. Math: study your multiplication facts: 2 facts or 5 facts, depending on which ones he/she has passed Study DOL and spelling Grammar WB 69-70 (Many finished at school)

Tuesday, October 29th

Sorry that we had no posts for Thursday or Monday nights. I have been out celebrating the marriage of my son! I'm back and things should be back to normal :) Reading: Read "Stone Soup" with an adult and sign reading log. Complete trifold Science: Study for chpt 2 test! ***We are beginning our chapter in math on multiplication. I'll be sending home some blank flash cards for the friends who need extra help with facts. Please help your child to make cards and study with them!!***

Tuesday, October 22nd

Reading: Read "Author: A True Story" with a parent. Sign NEW reading log! Complete the trifold. Because we have our Morningside visit today, our morning work (spelling WS) can be completed at home if not finished at school.

Monday, October 21

Spelling: Guide words WS Math: We took our test over subtraction today; no HW ***Today was the AR Reward field trip***** Tomorrow we will be visiting our friends at Morningside. They are decorating Halloween cupcakes and are planning some games for us! Don't forget that the Books Alive Parade is Friday, October 25. Your child may dress as their favorite book character. Don't forget to bring a copy of the book! Fall Parties are at 1:30, with the Parade at 2:00

Thursday, October 17th

NO spelling or DOL test tomorrow due to AG Day!! Reading: Complete reading assessment on "Planets in our Solar System" Math: Chapter Review p. 116 (1-11) The test will be on Monday. You may work on the review through the weekend. I'm still needing one parent volunteer to meet us at Carson Park tomorrow with some old sheets/blankets that we can use for our picnic lunch. We will eating around 11:15. Come and join us for an informative day!

Tuesday, October 15th

Math: Subtraction with large nos. WB 65-66 Reading: Read "Planets in the Solar System" sign reading log; complete trifold FIELD TRIP!! Friday we will be spending the day at Carson Park for third grade AG Day. Remind your child to dress comfortably and wear tennis shoes. We will be outside!

Monday, October 14th

Spelling: Put words in ABC order and write three times each (we started this together!) Math: P. 106 in textbook (1-6) Copy problems in your math notebook Science: Finish up seed diagram, color ****We extended the AR deadline to this Wednesday at 3:30! Hopefully, this will give some friends a chance to get those last tests taken!***

Thursday, October 3

Study spelling words and DOL sentences Reading: complete reading review Writing: Copy your rough draft of your personal narrative. Be sure to add a zippy title!

Wednesday, October 2nd

Usually not a homework night; we have a science test to study for tonight. Please study the study guide for tomorrow. Don't forget to keep those Frankfort payments coming in! We would like to have at least 50%of the payment ($30) in by the end of October.

Tuesday, October 1

Math: Subtraction w/o regrouping WB 51-52 Reading: Read "What's in Store for the Future?" and complete practice O WB 53 (fact/opinion) Science: We are beginning our flip books on "5 Types of Vertebrates". You may help your child at home to research different types of animals that they may want to include in their booklet. Science test on Thursday!

Monday, September 30

Spelling: Copy spelling words three times each on paper Reading: Practice O WB 51-52 Science: Vocabulary WB 19-20

Thursday, September 26

Study spelling/DOL for tests Reading: Complete "Wolf!" WS Math: Chapter 3 Review p. 91 Chapter 3 test tomorrow!

Wednesday, September 25

This is usually NOT a homework night, but we have a fun activity for you to do with your child. We are beginning our personal narrative, where your child will be writing about an important event that they have experienced. We need your help with topic ideas. Please read the letter (green) explaining about the activity. Have your child bring back their emotion web to share and choose one for their PN event. You will be able to help your child to recall exciting events that they may want to write about!

Tuesday, September 24

Reading: Read the story "Wolf!" with an adult and complete the trifold. Remember to restate your responses!! Language: Plural nouns WB 39-40 No Science today due to Morningside visit! Remember that your first payment of $10 for our Frankfort trip is due! You may send cash or a check made out to "HLOE"

Monday, September 23

Spelling: Copy spelling words 3 times each on paper Math: Addition with regrouping WB 50 Tomorrow is our first visit to Morningside to meet our adopted Grandparent! We will be taking an acrostic poem that we created to share with them. Be sure to ask your child about their new friend tomorrow evening!

Thursday September 19th

Study for DOL and spelling tests (If your child made a 100% on the pretest on Spelling City today, they don't have to take it tomorrow!) Reading: Complete "The Strongest One" review assessment We have begun science this week. We will begin by studying plants and animals. Watch for science work coming home this next week!

Monday, September 16th

Spelling: Copy spelling words on paper 3 times each Math: Chapter 2 Review (study guide) pp. 72-73 ***Test will be on Wednesday. Be sure to study your study guide both tonight and Tuesday!

Tuesday, September 10th

Reading: Read "The Perfect Pet" and fill in organizer (WB 31) Math: Mental Subtraction WB 23-24 Social Studies: Complete WS over Lesson 3"Rural Communities" ****Date Change**** Our Frankfort date for our trip has changed to Thursday, March 13th. The 14th is a scheduled PD day for teachers; no school for students.

Monday, September 9th

Spelling: Copy spelling words 3 times each on paper Reading: Practice O WB 29-30

Thursday, September 4th

Study DOL and spelling words for tests. Math: WB 15-`16 Social Studies: Lesson 2 comprehension sheet "Suburbs" BLOG BUSTER: Do some research and name a large city i.e. Chicago. List 3-4 small suburbs that surround this city. Bring your answers in and share. You will get a "sweet treat"!

Wednesday, Sept. 4th

Even though it is Wednesday, we DO have one HW assignment because of the Monday holiday. Reading: Read "Penguin Chick" with a parent and have them sign your reading log. REMINDER: Parents, you may pay your first $10 installment any time for our Frankfort trip. If writing a check, just make it out to "Hendron-Lone Oak" or you may send cash. Be sure to send any money in a signed envelope!! I will write you out a receipt and send it home with your child!

Tuesday, September 3

Spelling: Write spelling words 3 times each on paper Reading: Practice O WB 21/22 Social Studies: Chpt 2, Lesson 1 review p. 47 (1-4)

Tuesday, August 27th

Math: We have a math test tomorrow over Chapter 1: Place Value Your child has the chapter review on p. 34-35 to finish and study for the test Reading: Read "Whose Habitat is It?" Sign reading log Complete Practice O WB 15/16

Monday, August 26th

Spelling: Copy spelling words 3 times each on notebook paper Math: WB 15/16 Social Studies: Study for Chpt 1 test; use the study guide for a reference!!

Thursday, August 22

Study spelling words for test tomorrow. Study Daily Oral Language sentences for DOL test. Grammar WS over types of sentences. Important Dates: *Thursday, Aug. 29th @ 6-8: Open House/Frankfort meeting (gym) *October 4th AG Day (more info to follow) *October 22nd Parent/Teacher Conerence *October 26th Fall Festival 3-5 pm

Tuesday, August 20th

Reading: Read "Dear Juno" with an adult. Have them to sign the reading log. Complete the story map on the story. Social Studies: Complete the lesson 3 review on pg. 29 (1-5) on paper

Tuesday, August 20th

Reading: Read the story "Dear Juno"; sign the reading log COmplete the story map and draw a picture to share with a relative Social Studies: Lesson Review on pg. 29 1-5

Tuesday, August 20th

Reading: Read the story "Dear Juno"; sign the reading log COmplete the story map and draw a picture to share with a relative Social Studies: Lesson Review on pg. 29 1-5

Monday, August 19th

Spelling: Copy spelling words 3 times each on paper Math: Expanded Notation WS 5/6 ***Date Changes***Our "Back to School Night has been moved to Tuesday, Aug. 29th, 6-7 pm., along with our Frankfort information meeting. We will just stay in the gym after the opening PTO meeting.

Tuesday, August 13

Tonight is reading night! Please read your child's story with them "First Day Jitters". Be sure to sign the reading log letting me know that you completed this assignment.

Monday, August 12, 2013

Welcome to our first "official" week as a third grade class!! This is where you will find information about your child's homework assignments for the night, along with any important dates/trips that are coming up. Spelling: Copy your spelling words (written in agenda) 3 times each on notebook paper. We started this together in class.

Thursday, August 1, 2013

Welcome to my homework/assignment blog!! I am so glad to welcome you to third grade and my classroom! This is the place where you will go to locate daily homework assignments and information about upcoming events with our class and grade level. Most of the events will be also found on our weekly newsletter, but you can have two sources to be "in the know"! Upcoming Events in August: Monday, Aug. 5th 3rd grade registration 1-3 pm. Tuesday, Aug. 6th Late registration 6-7 pm. **Both of these will be in our classrooms. I am located in room 127. You will come in the front door and turn to your left. Go all the way to the end of the hallway, and I am the last door on your right before you exit the building. You are welcome to bring school supplies during registration, so your child won't be saddled with it the first day of school. Friday, Aug. 9th FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!! I look forward to seeing all your bright faces on that day!

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, May 7th

Reading: Read "Mother to Tigers" at home; sign reading log; Complete trifold. Thank you for all my beautiful flowers!!! You all have made me feel so special!

Homework Happenings for Monday, May 6th

We are finally getting ready to begin our K-Prep Test this THURSDAY!! Because of reviewing, we will NOT be having spelling or DOLs this week. We will have some grammar practice and a reading story. Reading: Practice O WB 207-208 ***Remember: NO appt on Thursday or Friday mornings of this week. We will be testing all morning. Your child will have to do make ups at a later time if they are not here on time.

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, April 30th

Tonight is Family Night....No Homework tonight!! Spend time with your family!! DATE CHANGE: Our PTO program, which we will present on Thursday night @ 6:00 pm, will be shown to the school at an assembly on Friday, May 3rd. We were scheduled for Thursday afternoon, but had to make a change. Any parent who cannot attend on Thursday night may want to come on Friday afternoon at 2:30pm. Don't forget to research about University of Florida for the HLOE News!! *Mascot *Famous alum members *Majors offered at the school *Any info about the sports teams, etc

Homework Happenings for Monday, April 29th

We are reviewing in math and reading/language arts in preparation for our State testing next week. Therefore, NO spelling list, NO DOL, NO reading story, and NO grammar. We will have science when we can fit it in. Science: WB 217-218 ***BLOG BUSTER*** Our college, University of Florida, is being highlighted on the news this week. One student from our class will be chosen to present some interesting facts about our school on the newscast! I plan on choosing the student who does the most research on the following questions: 1. What is the mascot? 2. What city/state is our college located in? 3. Are there any famous persons who attended U of FL? Who? 4. What are some majors offered at our college? 5. What is one interesting fact you want everyone to know about U of FL? Important Dates this week: Thursday, May 2nd @ 6:00 PTO Program on our trip to Frankfort

Homework Happenings for Thursday, April 25th

Math: Elapsed time, using timelines. WS 113-114 Spelling: study words if you did NOT make 100% on pretest! ***BLOG BUSTER*** We are beginning our study of forces and motion. Think about a particular sport (bowling, baseball, golf, soccer, etc) and how we use various types of forces (push, pull) and motions (back/forth, zig zag, round and round, etc). Describe elements in the sport and the forces/motions involved. You may draw a diagram if you wish!!

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, April 23rd

Ooops!! By mistake, I told you yesterday that tonight was "Family Night" where you are expected to spend time with family and no homework is assigned. It should be NEXT Tuesday, April 30th. Reading: Practice O WB 199-200 Science: Finish Lesson 2 WS/vocabulary definitions

Homework Happenings for Monday, April 22nd

Math: We have completed the study guide (Chpt Review from the textbook) together. Please review this and other problems on area and perimeter. Test is tomorrow! Spelling: Write words 3xeach on paper NO DOL or grammar this week. We will be having On-Demand Week! Reading: Read the assigned level book tonight with your student. You may sign the reading log for "American Hero" OR sign their agenda, saying they have read with you. Complete the 3 questions on the last page. Dates to Remember: * 4/22-26 On Demand Week: featured article on our trip to Frankfort * 4/23 Family Night: NO homework this night! Spend time with your family! * 5/2 Third Grade PTO program on Frankfort

Homework Happenings for Thursday, April 18th

Study for spelling test and DOL test. Math: Area/Perimeter word problems WB 236-236 Our Chpt 19 math test over area and perimeter will be next Tuesday. We will be reviewing on Friday and Monday. Your child will complete the Chpt review at the end of the chapter on Monday!

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, April 16th

Reading: Read "Wilbur's Boast" with an adult. Be sure to have them sign reading log. Complete trifold. Work for a "Super A+"!!! Social Studies: Complete KY map WS

Homework Happenings for Monday, April 15th

Math: Area and Perimeter WB 227-228 Spelling: Copy spelling words 3X each on paper (Print) or 2X each (Cursive) MAPs testing finishes up this week. Reading is today and Language is on Wednesday. Our trip was a GREAT success!! Thanks to all our parents/grandparents who were chaperones. You were one of the reasons that the trip went off without a hitch!

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, April 9th

Continue to work on Spelling Tic Tac Toe packet. It is due Thursday! Math: Area WB 215-216 Reading: Read "Castle on Viola Street" pp 295-313 Complete trifold ***A Note about your child's Bus and chaperone assignment for Frankfort is going home today. Be sure to READ carefully ALL information about what to expect and what your child may bring with them. Let us know about your child's lunch/breakfast choices and any medicines by filling out the back and returning BY THURSDAY!!***

Homework Happenings for Monday, April 4th

It's the "Countdown to Frankfort"!! 4 days and counting until we head up the West KY Pkwy to our state's capitol!! Spelling: We are doing a spelling "tic tac toe" this week in lieu of a spelling WS and test. Your child has until Thursday to complete three (3) activities listed on the sheet Be sure to staple ALL papers to the cover sheet before turning it in. Writing: Finish up your 3 paragraph story on "My Spring Break" in your composition book. We will be sharing them tomorrow. We will also be working on our KY folders in class. Anything you want to research and copy about our great state to include in the folder, you may! Dates to Remember: Friday, April 12th 4:45 am. Be here to load the bus to Frankfort. We will be returning around 8:00 pm. We will call you to let you know an exact time as we are coming home.

Homework Happenings for Thursday, March 28th

Math test today!! Also, we had our MAPs math assessment today. Be sure to ask your child how they did. Study for spelling and DOL test tomorrow. Don't forget that Spring Parties are tomorrow at 2:30. You may check your child out at 3:00 if you wish to get a jump on Spring Break. Hope you and your family have a wonderful week next week! Upcoming dates: March 29 AR Reward to Dairy Queen and Noble Park (Plan B, in case of rain, bring games to play at the pavillion) April 1-5 Spring Break!! April 12th Frankfort trip

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, March 26th

Reading: Read "Animal Homes" at home tonight. Have parent/adult sign NEW reading log. Complete trifold. Social Studies: Study for Chpt 8 test. Make sure your vocabulary sheet for the chapter is completed!!

Homework Happenings for Monday, March 25th

Math: Congruent shapes WB 209-210 Spelling: Copy spelling words 3x each on paper, or 2x each in cursive Social Studies: Chpt Review p. 306-307 (9-19) Upcoming Dates: *Frankfort Chaperone meeting @ 6:00 on 3/26 *AR Reward Party on 3/29 *Spring Parties @ 2:30 on 3/29 ***BLOG BUSTER**** We are reading about insects/animals that build their own homes. We can't find out WHY the honeybee make their honeycomb hives in the shape of a hexagon. Can you do some research and help to solve this mystery????

Homework Happenings for Thursday, March 21st

Tonight is Math/Science Night here at HLOE! If your child comes to the fun activities, they will NOT have to complete the math HW. Just make sure to write and sign in their agenda, or come by and find me in the computer lab so I can see you made it! Math: Geometry shapes WB 205-206 ***NOTE CHANGE**** Our AR reward party "Date with DQ" has been moved til next Friday, March 29th. The weather is too cold for ice cream treats outside at Noble Park! We will leave at 12:00 and be back in time for Spring Parties (2:30)

Homework Happenings for Monday, March 18th

NO homework tonight! We are doing our last quarterly assessment this week in both Reading/language arts and math. We also have a reading test to administer for our reading series this week. Because all the assessments, we will NOT have a reading story, spelling list or DOL set this week. We will have math and Social Studies this week. No homework tonight in these subjects.

Homework Happenings for Monday, March 11th

Spelling: Write spelling words 3x each in print OR 2x each in cursive Reading: Practice O WB 169-170 Social Studies: We are going to have a "Mock" City Council meeting next week to argue the pros and cons of having a dog leash law in the city of Paducah. If you child would like to represent the city as the Mayor or one of the city commissioners, they will need to write a 4-5 sentence paragraph explaining why they would like to serve on our City Council. They have all this week to work on this and turn in by Thursday. I will choose the council by next Monday.

Homework Happenings for Thursday, March 7th

Reading: "Author's Point of View" WS This is practice for our K-Prep test in the spring. Be sure to answer in complete, restated sentences!! Math: Measuring to the nearest inch and 1/2 inch WB 121-124 NO spelling, DOL or AR test this week!!

Homework Happenings for Wednesday, Mar. 6th

We do have a Social Studies test tomorrow, so be sure to go over your study guide tonight. Also, the 15 vocabulary definitions are due to be turned in also. Dates to Remember: *AR cutoff is next Wednesday, Mar. 13th *AR Reward trip is Friday, Mar. 22nd *Report Cards go out Monday, Mar 18th

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, March 5th

Today is "Senior Day" so we had no homework. Your child will be bringing home their penpal letter (rough draft) for you to check for spelling/grammar errors. We will rewrite them tomorrow!

Homework Happenings for Monday, March 4th

We have a special "K-Prep" week, so we won't be having a regular spelling list, DOL, reading or grammar. Instead, we will be practicing with reading and language arts tests. Your child may be bringing home some passages for you to view with them. These will not be graded, except together in class. This should give your child a better idea on how well they can answer questions in the testing format. We are having regular math and Social Studies. Social Studies: Complete the Chpt 7 review on pp 262-263 (1-12). We are looking at taking the test probably on Thursday, March 7th. Keep studying the study guide!! Penpal letters are here! We will be working on those this week also.

Homework Happenings for Thursday, Feb. 28th

Math: We are ready for the chapter 14 test over fractions. Tonight the HW is to complete their "study guide" which is the Chpt Review on pp. 160-162 Study for DOL and spelling tests Language/Writing: Recopy your opinion paragraph IN YOUR BEST HANDWRITING on notebook paper! ****BLOG BUSTER***** We are talking about our local government with this chapter. Be watching the newspaper for some examples of local government at work. You may bring in articles, pictures,etc to share! Look for a Social Studies test sometime next week.

Homework Happenings for February 26th

Math: Comparing, listing fractions WB 105-105 **Expect a test over chpt 14 probably Friday or Monday. Reading: Read "Carousel of Dreams" with an adult. Complete trifold. Social Studies: WB 65-66 ***Today, your child's Winter Maps score are coming home. I have highlighted the growth by a typical third grade student and then how your child showed growth. Please email me or let me know if you need to see me for any further questions. We will be taking this test again in the spring to see what our growth for the year is.*****

Homework Happenings for Monday, Feb. 25th

Math: Comparing fractions WS, using 3 strategies Spelling: Syllable WS Reading: Practice O WB 163-164

Homework Happenings for Friday, Feb. 21st

Well...no snow!! Glad to spend this birthday with all my students, though! Thank you for all my sweet cards! Study spelling words and DOL sentences for tests tomorrow. Reading: Complete the reading assessment on "Beatrice's Goat", if you have not already done so. Math: Equivalent fractions WB 99-100

Homework Happenings for Wednesday, Feb 20th

Even though this is a "No HW" night, we will have a reading assignment. Reading: Read "Beatrice's Goat" with an adult. Sign reading log. *****In case we are NOT here tomorrow because of snow/sleet, I have a "SNOW assignment". Please complete the reading assessment review page. Again, ONLY if we are not in school!

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, Feb 19th

Spelling: Copy words 3 times each on paper, or 2 times each in cursive, on paper Reading: Practice O WB 155-156 We go to Morningside today!!

Homework Happenings for Thursday, Feb. 14th

Happy Valentine's Day!! Not much in the way of homework; just regular "test prep" stuff! Study DOL and Spelling words. Reading: Complete Reading assessment over "Boom Town"

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, Feb. 12th

Math: Fraction WS Continue to review multiplication facts!!! Reading: Read "Boom Town" at home and have parent sign reading log. Complete trifold. BLOG BUSTER: We are reading a story this week that is set during the famous Gold Rush of the mid-1840's. Can you do a little research and find out some towns/cities that were settled during this period of time?

Homework Happenings for Monday, Feb. 11th

Spelling: Copy compound spelling words 3X each on paper Reading: Practice O WB 149-150 Science: Math Measurements WB29-30* *For the next week, we will be covering metric measurement during our science time. We will then introduce fractions during our morning math slot.

Homework Happenings for Thursday, Feb. 7th

Study for spelling test (unless your child made 100% in spelling city today!) and DOL test. Science Test: Study Chpt 6 study guide AND vocabulary definitions. **Turn in definitions tomorrow with test!** Remember to wear Navy and Crimson (dark red) tomorrow in honor of Ole Miss! Heads up!!!! On February 22nd, we will have a "dress as your career" Day! You can dress up as what you want to be when you grow up! We will share our careers on this day.

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, Feb. 5th

Math: Measuring with meters, centimeters WB 23-24 **Also, have a parent to measure your height using metric system. We will share tomorrow! Reading: Read "My Very Own Room" with a parent. Complete trifold.

Homework Happenings for Monday, Feb. 4th

Spelling: Copy spelling words either 2x each in cursive or 3x each in print. Reading: Practice O WB 139-140 Science: Lesson 3 "Fossils" WB114 *****BLOG BUSTER***** We have many exciting alternative forms of energy that the US is looking at to replace or supplement fossils fuels. Can you research one of these new forms and report??

Homework Happenings for Thursday, Jan. 31st

Another month has come and gone. It's hard to believe that February begins tomorrow!! Remember to study spelling and DOL sentences for Friday assessments. Reading: Complete reading assessment Science test will probably be next Friday!

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, Jan. 29th

Math: Bar modeling WB 163-164 Reading: Read "Here's My Dollar" and have parent sign reading log. Complete trifold. BOG BUSTER: Yesterday, we discussed that without soil there would be fewer medicines. Research a medicine that people get from plants. Where does this plant grow? What is the job of this drug (what does it treat)?

Homework Happenings for Monday, Jan. 28th

Spelling: Draw pictures to go with your spelling words this week. We are studying homophones and will need to know the meanings of each word! Reading: Practice O WB 133/134 Science: Finish up decorating your pet rock at home! We will share in class on Tuesday.

Homework Happenings for Thursday, Jan. 24th

Spelling: Study for test soft /c/ and /g/ sounds Language: Grammar WB 113-114 NO DOL test! Science: Rocks vocabulary WB 104 **Don't forget to bring in a "pet rock" for us to describe and decorate!! Remember....no larger than your fist; no smaller than your thumbnail!

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, Jan. 22nd

Hope everyone had a nice long weekend! We are shortening some of our assignments due to a short week and Maps testing. NO DOLs lessons this week; no DOL test on Friday! Spelling: Copy spelling words 3x each on paper in print OR 2x each in cursive. Reading: Practice O WB 125-126

Homework Happenings for Friday, Jan. 18th

I normally do not post any assignments for Friday; however, we will have our math test on Tuesday, Jan. 23rd .. Your child will have the Chpt Review (pp. 238-239) to complete as their study guide. Please go over long division problems with them using this as a guide! ALso, we will be going to Morningside on Tuesday @ 2:00. We are planning on having a "Game Day" with our friends. We will take some of our games, along with playing some of their favorites!! Have a great long weekend!

Homework Happenings for Thursday, Jan. 17th

Because of our SNOW DAY yesterday, we have some changes in our schedule..... Spelling: study for test (no spelling city this week) Language: Study for DOL test Math: Long division with remainders complete WB 155. The test for tomorrow is rescheduled for next Tuesday, Jan. 22nd. Science: Study for Chpt 5 test. Make sure your 16 vocabulary definitions are also completed and ready to turn in! Study your definitions and study guide.

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, Jan. 15th

Continue to work on spelling activities in Tic Tac toe. They are all due on Friday. Be sure to staple ALL work to the cover sheet when returning! Reading: Read "Seven Spools of Thread" with an adult. Have them sign reading log. Finish trifold. Continue to study your study guide in science. Test is Thursday! **Don't forget to work on IXL at home! We are wanting to beat Mr. Thompson by racking up more problems than him!!! **** BLOG BUSTER: Today in Science , we are going to learn about some famous marble statues in Greece that are being damaged by acid erosion. Can you name a city in the U.S. where this might also be a problem (HINT: lots of marble statues/memorials)?

Homework Happenings for Monday, Jan. 14th

Math: We are working on long division this week. Complete WS 119-120. We are planning on the Chpt 8 test on Friday. Spelling: No specific assignment tonight. We are working on "Tic Tac Toe" this week, where the students choose their own activities to complete. They have until Friday to finish all 3 activities. We will work on this in the morning also. Reading: Practice O WB 119 Science: WB 95-96 over Lesson 3 vocabulary; test will be on Thursday.

Homework Happenings for Tuesday, Jan. 8th

Reading: Read "Cook-A-Doodle-Doo" with a parent/adult. Sign reading log. Complete story organizer Science: Vocabulary WB 83-84 USE GLOSSARY!! We have new AR goals for the 3rd nine weeks. Please encourage your child to read at home every night. That will help greatly with taking AR tests at school! Report cards go home on Wednesday. We will be holding cards for students who have not paid lunch charges and also those who have overdue books. Please make sure that your child has taken care of these items! BLOG BUSTER: News FLash!! The International Hydrographic Organization has determined that we now have 5, not 4 major oceans. Do some research and find out the name of this ocean and where it is located.

Homework Happenings for Monday, Jan. 7th

We are on our regular schedule this week; spelling, DOLs, reading story and science! Spelling: Write spelling words 3 times each in print OR 2 times each in cursive if you wish. (We are beginning to practice cursive starting this week). Math: Division/Multiplication WB 147-148 Reading: Vocabulary Review-Practice O WB 111-112 ***There is a Frankfort letter coming home today with your updated payment history for our trip. In order for us to hold our buses, the money needs to be in by the end of February. You may make a partial payment anytime!***

Homework Happenings for Thursday, Jan. 3rd

Happy New Year!! It's hard to believe we are in the second half of the third grade year!! This week is a "Catch Up Week", with no new content today or tomorrow. Instead, we will be reviewing math facts, finishing up Native American projects (those students who were sick before Christmas) and reviewing FLASH rules. Homework tonight: Multiplication 3 digit X 1 digit WS