Good afternoon, my hotel did not have internet yesterday, so sorry the blog wasn't posted. It will be posted now for the rest of the week. Have fun!
The conference has been going well, but I'm always missing and curious about how the students are doing.
This morning in Language Arts/Reading, the students wrote the ITBS exam - Usage and Expression, practiced for the spelling test, wrote two more ITBS exams: Capitalization and Punctuation. With the time remaining, the students were free to do any Daily 5 rotation they pleased.
In Social Studies, the students wrote the Reference Materials ITBS exam and worked on a review worksheet about 'scarcity.'
To end the day, the students had one more ITBS exam. This time it was the Math Problem Solving and Data part.
HOMEWORK:
1) Math - measuring - please find 3 objects at home and measure it in centimeters (cm) and also measure 3 objects in meters (m) that is less than 5m long.
2) Quiz - please click on the link and complete the quiz: https://goo.gl/forms/aFEHzDp2dvDH2Q3g1
3) Reading Log
NOTICES:
- spelling test tomorrow
- PE tomorrow, please wear your casual clothes
- tomorrow will be the last of the ITBS exams - great job this week with all the exams. That was a lot of work and concentration.
Have an awesome evening!
Mr. Y
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Mar. 29, 2017: Wednesday
Good afternoon, my hotel did not have internet yesterday, so sorry the blog wasn't posted. It will be posted now for the rest of the week. Have fun!
The morning began with the students completing an ITBS test: Reading and Comprehension, Part 2. For a break, some students had the chance to do storytelling.
Then, it was back to an ITBS test. This time the students worked hard on the Spelling exam. In the remaining time, the students learned some more new vocabulary words from Young Thomas Edison and continued to read the story.
At the end of the day in Science, the students wrote the Maps and Diagrams part of the ITBS test.
HOMEWORK:
1) Science - Moon Phases foldable - please cut out and glue the 2 long pieces together in order. Also, please write the name of each moon phase
2) Social Studies - Please read Wally Amos (in the Google Classroom), copy the following questions in your Social Studies notebook, and answer using full sentences.
a) What were some of Wally Amos' needs?
b) What were some of Wally Amos' wants?
c) What is something Wally Amos wishes people can learn from his life?
3) Reading Log - use Wally Amos again
NOTICES:
- Spelling test on Friday
- please continue to think about how you will build a model for your invention. It's best to have an idea and a plan, and if you want to start making it now, you can. It must be finished by April 17.
Have a great night!
Mr. Yaremchuk
The morning began with the students completing an ITBS test: Reading and Comprehension, Part 2. For a break, some students had the chance to do storytelling.
Then, it was back to an ITBS test. This time the students worked hard on the Spelling exam. In the remaining time, the students learned some more new vocabulary words from Young Thomas Edison and continued to read the story.
At the end of the day in Science, the students wrote the Maps and Diagrams part of the ITBS test.
HOMEWORK:
1) Science - Moon Phases foldable - please cut out and glue the 2 long pieces together in order. Also, please write the name of each moon phase
2) Social Studies - Please read Wally Amos (in the Google Classroom), copy the following questions in your Social Studies notebook, and answer using full sentences.
a) What were some of Wally Amos' needs?
b) What were some of Wally Amos' wants?
c) What is something Wally Amos wishes people can learn from his life?
3) Reading Log - use Wally Amos again
NOTICES:
- Spelling test on Friday
- please continue to think about how you will build a model for your invention. It's best to have an idea and a plan, and if you want to start making it now, you can. It must be finished by April 17.
Have a great night!
Mr. Yaremchuk
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Mar. 28, 2017: Tuesday
Today was an ITBS day, as the students completed three of the tests.
We started the day with finishing Chapter 2 of The Chocolate Touch and began a new story in Journeys - Young Thomas Edison.
In Reading, the students completed the Reading and Comprehension test, Part 1.
In Math, the students completed the Math Concepts and Estimation test.
After lunch, the students completed the last ITBS test of the day in Social Studies.
To end the day, we described the phases of the moon.
HOMEWORK:
1) Reading - Compare and contrast your life now with Thomas Edison's life when he was 9 years old. Please write about 3 similarities and 3 differences.
2) Reading Log
NOTICES:
- I have an EARCOS teacher's conference in Malaysia this week from Thursday - Saturday so I will not be in the classroom for the rest of the week. The students will have a few different teachers covering my classes. I will be checking my email and Dojo messages throughout each day during my breaks in the seminars, so please message me if you have any questions or concerns.
- the blog will be updated everyday this week with the homework
- reminder to students to buy a new notebook for any classes (Science, Math, LA) if it is getting full.
- spelling test on Friday
- I told the students to keep the Invention Convention folder at home, but I think they should bring it back to school, please. They may be working on it during the week, and we need to add the rubric to it. Thank you.
Have a nice evening.
Mr. Y
We started the day with finishing Chapter 2 of The Chocolate Touch and began a new story in Journeys - Young Thomas Edison.
In Reading, the students completed the Reading and Comprehension test, Part 1.
In Math, the students completed the Math Concepts and Estimation test.
After lunch, the students completed the last ITBS test of the day in Social Studies.
To end the day, we described the phases of the moon.
HOMEWORK:
1) Reading - Compare and contrast your life now with Thomas Edison's life when he was 9 years old. Please write about 3 similarities and 3 differences.
2) Reading Log
NOTICES:
- I have an EARCOS teacher's conference in Malaysia this week from Thursday - Saturday so I will not be in the classroom for the rest of the week. The students will have a few different teachers covering my classes. I will be checking my email and Dojo messages throughout each day during my breaks in the seminars, so please message me if you have any questions or concerns.
- the blog will be updated everyday this week with the homework
- reminder to students to buy a new notebook for any classes (Science, Math, LA) if it is getting full.
- spelling test on Friday
- I told the students to keep the Invention Convention folder at home, but I think they should bring it back to school, please. They may be working on it during the week, and we need to add the rubric to it. Thank you.
Have a nice evening.
Mr. Y
Mar. 31, 2017: Friday
Happy April Fool's Day tomorrow!
The ITBS exams have ended, and I would like to say that I'm proud of all of your hard work this week. There were a lot of exams to get through and I'm sure you all did a fine job.
Today, here's what happened in my absence:
The ITBS exams have ended, and I would like to say that I'm proud of all of your hard work this week. There were a lot of exams to get through and I'm sure you all did a fine job.
Today, here's what happened in my absence:
- Language Arts - spelling test, read Young Thomas Edison, and Daily 5
- Math - ITBS - Math Computation, and the students learned how to measure in longer lengths (m and km)
- Science - ITBS - Science, reviewed the phases of the moon
HOMEWORK:
1) Science - Invention Convention - you must have completed p. 1-11 in your booklet, and have good ideas of how to build a model of your invention. You can build it anytime you want, using any material you want (clay, Playdoh, straws, popsicle sticks, Lego, recycled paper, cardboard, old clothes, etc.). The model must be completed by April 17.
2) Reading Log
NOTICES:
- there will not be spelling test next week
- Monday and Tuesday are holidays
Have a lovely long weekend. If you are traveling anywhere, please travel safe and have a great time.
Enjoy your weekend.
Mr. Yaremchuk
Monday, March 27, 2017
Mar. 27, 2017: Monday
The last week of March is here, which means we are quickly approaching the end of the school year. This week will be very busy with ITBS testing every day. I'm breaking them up so the students won't feel so overwhelmed.
During Assembly this morning one of our Talented Third Graders was announced as the new Angel of the Week. Congratulations to Sophie for being the Angel.
After Assembly, we shared what happened over the weekend, and then did the first ITBS test (Vocabulary). Just a reminder, that there may be some tests that you will not have enough time to complete. Remember to work carefully, try your best on the questions, and do the easy ones first. We also had some time remaining to read half of Chapter 2 in the Chocolate Touch.
Before lunch we had Math and the students measured length in metric units (centimeters cm).
In Social Studies, we reviewed the difference between wants and needs and the students made a collage. We also distinguished between abundance and scarcity.
The students described the different phases of the moon in Science.
HOMEWORK:
1) LA: Vocabulary Sentences- please choose 8 vocab words and write 4 questions and 4 exclamations while using one vocablary word in each sentence.
2) Social Studies - vocab worksheet - please complete the first page using the words: needs, wants, scarcity, abundance
NOTICES:
- ITBS testing has begun, and the students will complete a few of them every day this week.
- Spelling test this Friday
Have a great evening!
Mr. Yaremchuk
Friday, March 24, 2017
Mar. 24, 2017: Friday
Well the ITBS practice tests were finished today, and I believe the students are more prepared for next week. I'm confident that they will try their best and do a very good job.
The students wrote a spelling test to begin our Friday, followed by one last ITBS practice test.
In Math, the students measured classroom objects to the nearest half inch and quarter inch.
Reviewing why we have seasons, and comparing winters around the world were our objectives in Science. We also discussed the homework for the Invention Convention.
Spelling Words (Mar. 31)
meter, bunny, basket, spring, flowers, bloom, fresh, winter, Easter, summer, fall, phases, rainbow, teacher, running, grandparents, October, thirteen
HOMEWORK:
1) Invention Convention p. 9 in booklet, and rough draft of p. 10. Please complete your rough draft of p. 10 in your notebook, not the booklet
2) Reading Log - please finish reading Wally Amos (see yesterday's blog for the link to our Google Classroom)
3) Social Studies - Wally Amos response - please copy the questions in your notebook and answer in full sentences.
a) How can you connect to Wally Amos (say something different than "I love cookies, too.)
b) Give a part of Wally's life that may have been tough for him.
NOTICES:
- Report Cards were handed out today, please send me a message if you have any questions
- some students are running out of pages in their notebooks for some subjects. Please get some new notebooks if you need over the weekend so they will be ready when you have no more room in your book.
- ITBS testing will go on all next week from Monday - Friday. There are a total of 12 parts (some shorter than others). Please make sure you have a good pencil with a lot of lead and an eraser.
Have a splendid weekend!
Mr. Yaremchuk
The students wrote a spelling test to begin our Friday, followed by one last ITBS practice test.
In Math, the students measured classroom objects to the nearest half inch and quarter inch.
Reviewing why we have seasons, and comparing winters around the world were our objectives in Science. We also discussed the homework for the Invention Convention.
Spelling Words (Mar. 31)
meter, bunny, basket, spring, flowers, bloom, fresh, winter, Easter, summer, fall, phases, rainbow, teacher, running, grandparents, October, thirteen
HOMEWORK:
1) Invention Convention p. 9 in booklet, and rough draft of p. 10. Please complete your rough draft of p. 10 in your notebook, not the booklet
2) Reading Log - please finish reading Wally Amos (see yesterday's blog for the link to our Google Classroom)
3) Social Studies - Wally Amos response - please copy the questions in your notebook and answer in full sentences.
a) How can you connect to Wally Amos (say something different than "I love cookies, too.)
b) Give a part of Wally's life that may have been tough for him.
NOTICES:
- Report Cards were handed out today, please send me a message if you have any questions
- some students are running out of pages in their notebooks for some subjects. Please get some new notebooks if you need over the weekend so they will be ready when you have no more room in your book.
- ITBS testing will go on all next week from Monday - Friday. There are a total of 12 parts (some shorter than others). Please make sure you have a good pencil with a lot of lead and an eraser.
Have a splendid weekend!
Mr. Yaremchuk
Thursday, March 23, 2017
Mar. 23, 2017: Thursday
What a beautiful day today! Perfect weather for the Stations of the Cross this morning. Ahmrae and Victoria got to read at a station.
During Reading, we practiced the ITBS testing and then had Victoria and Josh do some storytelling. Josh's story was about fireworks, and Victoria's was about living in a castle. It's great to see the students think of a story in very little time and hear how creative their minds can be.
Social Studies began with ITBS practice tests. Following that, the students distinguished between wants and needs.
The day ended with Math and we began a new unit on measurement. We estimated and measured length to the nearest inch.
In ECA, we worked on the invention convention booklet. Just a head up that the students will have to build a model/prototype of their invention (but it doesn't need to be tested). Their model should be completed for when we come back from the Easter break.
HOMEWORK:
1) Math p. 89
2) Language Arts - Vocabulary story - please choose 7 words (different than the ones you chose for picture dictionary earlier this week). Use these words to write a short paragraph so you can relate the words together.
3) Reading Log - please finish reading Wally Amos by Monday. You can click here: Wally Amos and log into your Google Classroom.
NOTICES:
- please bring an old rag or an old t-shirt for cleaning day tomorrow. Student Council will help clean all the classrooms as part of a school clean-up project. Thank you Student Council for making our working environment a cleaner place to learn
- tomorrow is the spelling test, please bring your Spelling Tablets
Enjoy this beautiful evening!
Mr. Yaremchuk
During Reading, we practiced the ITBS testing and then had Victoria and Josh do some storytelling. Josh's story was about fireworks, and Victoria's was about living in a castle. It's great to see the students think of a story in very little time and hear how creative their minds can be.
Social Studies began with ITBS practice tests. Following that, the students distinguished between wants and needs.
The day ended with Math and we began a new unit on measurement. We estimated and measured length to the nearest inch.
In ECA, we worked on the invention convention booklet. Just a head up that the students will have to build a model/prototype of their invention (but it doesn't need to be tested). Their model should be completed for when we come back from the Easter break.
HOMEWORK:
1) Math p. 89
2) Language Arts - Vocabulary story - please choose 7 words (different than the ones you chose for picture dictionary earlier this week). Use these words to write a short paragraph so you can relate the words together.
3) Reading Log - please finish reading Wally Amos by Monday. You can click here: Wally Amos and log into your Google Classroom.
NOTICES:
- please bring an old rag or an old t-shirt for cleaning day tomorrow. Student Council will help clean all the classrooms as part of a school clean-up project. Thank you Student Council for making our working environment a cleaner place to learn
- tomorrow is the spelling test, please bring your Spelling Tablets
Enjoy this beautiful evening!
Mr. Yaremchuk
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Mar. 22, 2017: Wednesday
Good evening everyone. The ITBS testing has been going well so far, and the students have been practicing reading carefully, and finding key words of the questions.
During Language Arts/Reading, we read part of a book about poison dart frogs to discover what a research report could look like. The students also completed a few parts of the ITBS practice tests. I finished reading The Lorax and discussed the ending of the book. Finally, we began to learn about idioms and the students practiced "It's a piece of cake" by acting out their example.
In Science the students described how the Earth's revolving around the sun is the reason for seasons.
HOMEWORK:
1) Science flip-flap, please cut out and glue the correct area in your notebook and answer the flaps.
2) Social Studies - please read Wally Amos p. 1-5. You can find the book by clicking on this link: Wally Amos Book and then finding the picture of the book and clicking on it. You will have to log into your gmail as well in order to view the book in our Google Classroom.
3) Reading Log - use the reading from Wally Amos as your Reading Log
NOTICES:
- we have Station of the Cross tomorrow, and as usual, parents are welcome to join us at 8:30am. Please meet in the gym, and then we will be moving around the school to different stations and praying.
- parents, there was a letter that your child got today about the ITBS tests, please read it and hopefully it will answer any questions you may have.
Have a lovely night.
Mr. Y
During Language Arts/Reading, we read part of a book about poison dart frogs to discover what a research report could look like. The students also completed a few parts of the ITBS practice tests. I finished reading The Lorax and discussed the ending of the book. Finally, we began to learn about idioms and the students practiced "It's a piece of cake" by acting out their example.
In Science the students described how the Earth's revolving around the sun is the reason for seasons.
HOMEWORK:
1) Science flip-flap, please cut out and glue the correct area in your notebook and answer the flaps.
2) Social Studies - please read Wally Amos p. 1-5. You can find the book by clicking on this link: Wally Amos Book and then finding the picture of the book and clicking on it. You will have to log into your gmail as well in order to view the book in our Google Classroom.
3) Reading Log - use the reading from Wally Amos as your Reading Log
NOTICES:
- we have Station of the Cross tomorrow, and as usual, parents are welcome to join us at 8:30am. Please meet in the gym, and then we will be moving around the school to different stations and praying.
- parents, there was a letter that your child got today about the ITBS tests, please read it and hopefully it will answer any questions you may have.
Have a lovely night.
Mr. Y
Mar. 21, 2017: Tuesday
We were back to our usual jam-packed, busy Tuesday schedule. Here's what went on in the Terrific Third Grader's classroom:
1) Social Studies - Please copy these questions into your notebook and answer them in complete sentences.
a) What does Sloan do at the Farmer's Market?
b) What did you learn about how people buy and sell goods?
c) Have you been to a Farmer's Market? If so, what did you buy? Or what did you want to buy?
2) Reading - please complete the worksheet on Chapter 1 of The Chocolate Touch
NOTICES:
- tomorrow is PE day, please wear your casual uniforms
- just a reminder that the spring season is also known for students getting sick. Please always wash your hands frequently with soap.
- Spelling test on Friday
- Information about Summer Camp is available in the office. It should be a fun summer with the events they have planned.
- Secret Message - I love ice cream.
Have a lovely evening!
Mr. Yaremchuk
- Language Arts/Reading - completed 2 practice ITBS tests, listened to the rest of Chapter 1 of The Chocolate Touch, reviewed how to retell stories, and practiced using end marks in sentences.
- Math - completed the practice ITBS tests
- Social Studies - began Unit 7 by discussing how people get what they need and making connections to personal experiences. Students worked in a group to explain some questions as well.
- Science - Explain how the Earth's rotation is responsible for day and night.
HOMEWORK:
1) Social Studies - Please copy these questions into your notebook and answer them in complete sentences.
a) What does Sloan do at the Farmer's Market?
b) What did you learn about how people buy and sell goods?
c) Have you been to a Farmer's Market? If so, what did you buy? Or what did you want to buy?
2) Reading - please complete the worksheet on Chapter 1 of The Chocolate Touch
NOTICES:
- tomorrow is PE day, please wear your casual uniforms
- just a reminder that the spring season is also known for students getting sick. Please always wash your hands frequently with soap.
- Spelling test on Friday
- Information about Summer Camp is available in the office. It should be a fun summer with the events they have planned.
- Secret Message - I love ice cream.
Have a lovely evening!
Mr. Yaremchuk
Monday, March 20, 2017
Mar. 20, 2017: Monday
Welcome to quarter 4! This is the last quarter of the school year, and I am already thinking about how much I'm going to miss the students.
Today, after assembly, we chatted about our weekend activities, and then had Reading/Phonics class. We reviewed the final exam, and then began a new novel study on the book, "The Chocolate Touch."
In Math, we began the ITBS practice testing. During this week, the students will become familiar with the types of questions and how to fill in the answer sheet. Next week, the ITBS testing will occur.
After lunch, the students also completed the Social Studies ITBS test, and reviewed the final exam.
For Science, we began Unit 8 - Earth and Its Moon. The students explained how the Earth's rotation is responsible for day and night. They also completed a couple interactive notebook activities.
HOMEWORK
1) Picture Dictionary - please choose 7 spelling words and make a sentence for each word. Your sentence needs to be at least 7 words long. Also draw a picture to go with your word.
2) Reading Logs - keep on reading 4 times a week to get 100% for that week, and a Dojo point for each day.
NOTICES:
- ITBS practice testing began today
- We are still working on adding more pictures from Sports Day, so please be patient as we gather them all together. Thank you.
Have an excellent evening!
Mr. Y
Today, after assembly, we chatted about our weekend activities, and then had Reading/Phonics class. We reviewed the final exam, and then began a new novel study on the book, "The Chocolate Touch."
In Math, we began the ITBS practice testing. During this week, the students will become familiar with the types of questions and how to fill in the answer sheet. Next week, the ITBS testing will occur.
After lunch, the students also completed the Social Studies ITBS test, and reviewed the final exam.
For Science, we began Unit 8 - Earth and Its Moon. The students explained how the Earth's rotation is responsible for day and night. They also completed a couple interactive notebook activities.
HOMEWORK
1) Picture Dictionary - please choose 7 spelling words and make a sentence for each word. Your sentence needs to be at least 7 words long. Also draw a picture to go with your word.
2) Reading Logs - keep on reading 4 times a week to get 100% for that week, and a Dojo point for each day.
NOTICES:
- ITBS practice testing began today
- We are still working on adding more pictures from Sports Day, so please be patient as we gather them all together. Thank you.
Have an excellent evening!
Mr. Y
Friday, March 17, 2017
Mar. 17, 2017: Friday
Happy Sports Day and Happy St. Patrick's Day!!
The students had a good first period presenting their Show and Tell. Most students brought a souvenir from another country so it was great to see all the objects. Well done Grade 3's!
During Math we began our Sports Day and the Houses had to work together for a scavenger hunt throughout the school playground. Great teamwork was shown from all the students in each house. They had a great time answering questions, figuring out puzzles, and trying to find objects. It was a great start to the Sports Day.
After lunch we had some classroom time. The quarter three final exams were handed back, and then we did more house cleaning (color Easter eggs for the Bulletin board, put our Q3 work in portfolios, and read The Lorax).
Sports Day kicked off again at 1:30pm and each house was rotated through different stations. A good time was had by all, and the overall Champion of Sports Day this year was the RED Team!!
The other awards were as follows:
Best Teamwork: BLUE team
Best Spirit: YELLOW team
Best Sportsmanship: GREEN team
It was great to see all the students having a great time, yet being a little competitive, but the best part was watching the mix of students working together. Well done everybody!
There will be more pictures on Monday.
Spelling Words for 3/24:
recommend, consider, invention, genius, gadget, signal, electric, axis, rotation, inches, purple, orange, scarcity, market, revolution, season, Earth, measure
HOMEWORK:
1) Science Invention Convention p. 4-8. Please complete the questions on these pages in full sentences. This booklet will be a part of your display. If you have any questions, or want to change to a new invention, you can email me. I will be available all weekend to answer any questions.
2) Reading Log
3) Final Exams corrections - please go over your exams and try to complete the corrections (except for your story in LA)
NOTICES:
- please return your final exams on Monday as we will be reviewing them
- the new Electives sheet was given out, please fill it in and hand it back on Monday
- ITBS practice test are next week, the actual tests will be the last week of March. Students will not be studying for them, nor should they be stressed about them. They are simply used as a tool for the school to see how students are progressing so we can try to improve in areas that need it for next year.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Mr. Yaremchuk
The students had a good first period presenting their Show and Tell. Most students brought a souvenir from another country so it was great to see all the objects. Well done Grade 3's!
During Math we began our Sports Day and the Houses had to work together for a scavenger hunt throughout the school playground. Great teamwork was shown from all the students in each house. They had a great time answering questions, figuring out puzzles, and trying to find objects. It was a great start to the Sports Day.
After lunch we had some classroom time. The quarter three final exams were handed back, and then we did more house cleaning (color Easter eggs for the Bulletin board, put our Q3 work in portfolios, and read The Lorax).
Sports Day kicked off again at 1:30pm and each house was rotated through different stations. A good time was had by all, and the overall Champion of Sports Day this year was the RED Team!!
The other awards were as follows:
Best Teamwork: BLUE team
Best Spirit: YELLOW team
Best Sportsmanship: GREEN team
It was great to see all the students having a great time, yet being a little competitive, but the best part was watching the mix of students working together. Well done everybody!
There will be more pictures on Monday.
Spelling Words for 3/24:
recommend, consider, invention, genius, gadget, signal, electric, axis, rotation, inches, purple, orange, scarcity, market, revolution, season, Earth, measure
HOMEWORK:
1) Science Invention Convention p. 4-8. Please complete the questions on these pages in full sentences. This booklet will be a part of your display. If you have any questions, or want to change to a new invention, you can email me. I will be available all weekend to answer any questions.
2) Reading Log
3) Final Exams corrections - please go over your exams and try to complete the corrections (except for your story in LA)
NOTICES:
- please return your final exams on Monday as we will be reviewing them
- the new Electives sheet was given out, please fill it in and hand it back on Monday
- ITBS practice test are next week, the actual tests will be the last week of March. Students will not be studying for them, nor should they be stressed about them. They are simply used as a tool for the school to see how students are progressing so we can try to improve in areas that need it for next year.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Mr. Yaremchuk
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