Week of October 26th

We had another fun-filled, busy week. Madeline's dog, Saga, even got to join us at recess! (I am kicking myself for not taking a picture when Kymmy brought her adorable three-legged dog, Patches! Next time!)

Can you believe Friday (the 30th) marks the end of our first quarter together?!? I think that proves that time really does fly when you are having fun. 

I hope everyone has a great weekend! I know I plan on relaxing, spending time with my son (my husband will be gone hunting for a big, bull elk), and working on report cards! 

In reading, we will continue with Unit 2 (Everyday Science) in Lead 21. We will read a story called Owl Moon. It is one of my favorite short stories we will read this year, as it is filled with lots of figurative language (ask your child about similes, idioms, onomatopoeia, and alliterations!). Our new theme vocabulary words we will be focusing on are search and shadow. I also have a few dictionary-skill activities planned, as the Rotary Club generously donated a new dictionary to every third grader at Arrowhead. Your student will be able to bring this home at the end of the year.

In Math, we will dive into Chapter 3, which focuses on multiplication. We will begin looking at multiplication as equal groups and modeling with arrays. We will do a candy corn array activity on Friday for a little Halloween fun.

In social studies we will continue reading and talking about natural resources and geographical features in certain communities. Then, we will more closely research what treasures we can find right here in Montana. In science, we will read a few interesting articles in Scholastic News and complete a STEM challenge with our buddies. 

Please remember you can order books through Scholastic anytime by going to scholastic.com/bookclubs. Our class activation code is: MBDTF.

Remember, too, that Thursday, October 29 is Red Ribbon Day. We will "Team up against drugs" by wearing our favorite sports team gear. It is also picture retake day. Friday, October 30th is Spirit Day - Wear orange and black. Students are encouraged to bring $1 to donate to the Boys and Girls Club.

Code Word: Multiplication