A short week, but a very busy week. Sorry for this very brief update.

In math, we had a short test on subtraction, addition, and word problems. Word problems continue to be a challenge, so we'll keep incorporating them into our weekly activities. We've always incorporated some multiplication, but we will start it in earnest next week.

In science, we are wrapping up rocks and minerals. We will have a unit test on Monday. The students have been given a study guide to help them. We have gone over practice questions and acceptable answers in class. I'm hopeful all will be prepared and do well. Next week we will begin our unit on building and simple machines.

In literacy, we are working on our Rats of NIMH project. We are focusing on making sure we all have a strong thesis statement. The students are developing their skills on focusing their thoughts and ideas into well constructed, clearly written statements that summarize what they are trying to communicate.

Report cards came home this week.