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Weekly Update #24: February 19 - February 23

2/22/2018

Announcements:

Classroom supplies needed: We are getting dangerously low on a few school supplies in our classroom. Please, consider purchasing one of these items (below) for our classroom. Items can be found on Mrs Lilleboe's Wish List (Amazon), Walmart, Target, HEB and other local stores. Thanks so much!!
- These items are: glue sticks, Expo markers, rulers, and college rule notebook paper (3 hole punched).
- Thank you to Effie's and Yashvi's parents for contributing glue sticks and notebook paper! But we could still use more - glue sticks and Expo markers!!!
Economics Fair Information: Everyone should be working on his/her Economics Fair Products. Remember, each student needs to make 35 - 40 items for the Economics Fair by March 6. Students will need to turn in their "yellow" form on Thursday, March 1 for the next teacher signature. Your child can complete more than this portion on the "yellow" form before Tuesday if they wish. Store receipts can be stapled to the form that list materials purchased and prices.
Scholastic Book Orders: - The February Scholastic Book Orders are due Wednesday, February 28th. Place your orders online - Your Class Activation Code NP79X. The link to order is HERE. Thank you to Varun's and Sarah's parents for making an online book order this month!!

Upcoming Events:.

February 27 - Last day to place an online Scholastic Book Order for the month of February!!
February 28 - Third Grade Guest Speaker - PBL Golden Cheek Warbler Habitat
March 1 - Economics Fair Project "check in" - Yellow Form due for next teacher signature
March 1 - Third Grade Guest Speaker - Meteorologist from KVUE
March 6 - The 3rd Grade Economics Fair - Bring in your 35 - 40 items and your Economics Fair Project Sheet completed!
March 7 - Green Field Trip forms are due!
March 8 - Science DCA Test: Space (sun/moon/earth and solar system planets)
March 8 - Career Day with Guest Speaker (financial literacy)
March 10 - 18 Spring Break (no school)
March 23 - Lilleboe/Raney Field Trip to Westcave Preserve

What's Been Happening In Class?

Writing: This week our focus was on writing an expository essay. We spent a day revising and editing our essays and yesterday the kids wrote their final drafts.
Reading: This week we began our next unit: Informational (nonfiction) Text and Research our PBL project. We took a closer look at some images of Habitat Loss and discussed the issues (problems) surrounding habitat loss.
Math: Our Geometry/Multiplication/Division unit DCA was today. Our next unit is Fractions (comparing fractions and equivalent fractions). Kids can start reviewing fractions at home by using the "Math Links"
Science: We started our next unit - Space! This week we studied and learned about the Sun, Earth and the Moon. We discussed and illustrated the Sun, Earth and Moon's relationships to each other (orbits, rotations, day/night). Next week we will construct a model of the Sun, Earth and Moons rotations. Plus, we'll begin researching about the planets in our Solar System. Test is currently scheduled for March 8.
Social Studies: This unit is Economics (financial literacy). We've learned how Supply and Demand work together and how they effect the price of an item. We also discussed "scarcity" in depth and also how this will effect Demand and Price.
Enrichment: PBL Activity - Plastic Planet Video & Common Ground Book

Weekly Update #23: February 12 - February 16

2/12/2018

Announcements:

Classroom supplies needed: We are getting dangerously low on a few school supplies in our classroom. Please, consider purchasing one of these items (below) for our classroom. Items can be found on Mrs Lilleboe's Wish List (Amazon), Walmart, Target, HEB and other local stores. Thanks so much!!
- These items are: glue sticks, Expo markers, rulers, and college rule notebook paper (3 hole punched).
Economics Fair Information: All 23 of our students have selected a product to make and sell at our Economics Fair!! Now its time to purchase supplies and get started!! Students will need to turn in their "yellow" form on Tuesday for the next teacher signature. Your child can complete more than this portion on the "yellow" form before Tuesday if they wish. Store receipts can be stapled to the form that list materials purchased and prices.
Six Flag Reading Program - The form came home yesterday in Thursday folders. Please, read and follow the directions on the form. Students can turn this form in anytime before February 23rd.
Scholastic Book Orders: - The February Scholastic Book Orders are due Wednesday, February 28th. Place your orders online - Your Class Activation Code NP79X. The link to order is HERE. Thank you to Varun's and Sarah's parents for making an online book order this month!!

Upcoming Events:.

February 19 & 20 - No School
February 22 - Last day to turn in Box Tops!
February 23 - Math DCA Test: Geometry (2D, 3D, Area), Multiplication and Division
February 23 - Last day to turn in Six Flag Reading Log form
February 28 - Third Grade Guest Speaker - PBL: Local Endangered Animals
March 1 - Third Grade Guest Speaker - Meteorologist from KVUE
March 6 - The 3rd Grade Economics Fair - Bring in your 35 - 40 items and your Economics Fair Project Sheet completed!
March 7 - Green Field Trip forms are due!
March 8 - Science DCA Test: Space (sun/moon/earth and solar system planets)
March 10 - 18 Spring Break (no school)
March 23 - Lilleboe/Raney Field Trip to Westcave Preserve

What's Been Happening In Class?

Writing: This week our focus was on writing an expository essay (writing about a topic we know alot about) in the expository essay format (Introduction with topic sentence, body with 3 developed paragraphs, conclusion). We will revise and edit this piece next week and complete our final draft by next Thursday.
Reading: Our next unit is Traditional Tales (folktales, fables, myths, legends). We practiced summary/retell reading strategies as we read a variety of folktales this week. We reviewed "theme" and how to figure out the "theme" or the "lesson learned" in a story too. Next week we will begin our next unit: Informational (nonfiction) Text and Research our PBL project.
Math: We are now into our 2nd multiplication/division unit for the year. We have learned our 1's and 9's facts this week. We will continue next week with 3's and 6's. Our Geometry/Multiplication/Division unit DCA will be on February 23rd. Please, use my "Math links" on this website for additional support and review at home. A review packet will be going home next week.
Science: We learned about the various weather tools (pictures below) as we prepared for our test today. Next unit is Space (sun, moon, earth rotations and solar system).
Social Studies: This unit is Economics (financial literacy). We learned about Need vs Wants and Goods vs Services. We will continue with this unit for the next few weeks.
Enrichment: Kinder buddies (pictures below)

Weekly Update #22: February 5 - February 9

2/8/2018

Announcements:

Economics Fair Information: All 23 of our students have selected a product to make and sell at our Economics Fair!! Now its time to purchase supplies and get started!! Students will need to turn in their "yellow" form on Tuesday for the next teacher signature. Your child can complete more than this portion on the "yellow" form before Tuesday if they wish. Store receipts can be stapled to the form that list materials purchased and prices.
Valentine's Day Party Supplies and Volunteers - To make our Third Grade Valentine's Party awesome, we need your help! Please, consider donating supplies or your time for the party. Click on this Link to sign up! Thank you parents!!!
Valentine Boxes and Valentine Cards - A pink flyer went home in Thursday's folders over a week ago about decorating a Valentine Box and making Valentine cards for each classmate. The list of students in our class is on the BACK of the pink flyer. If you have misplaced the class list click HERE. Please, bring these items to school on this Wednesday, February 14th.
Six Flag Reading Program - The form came home yesterday in Thursday folders. Please, read and follow the directions on the form. Students can turn this form in anytime before February 23rd.
Scholastic Book Orders: - The February Scholastic Book Orders are due Wednesday, February 28th. Place your orders online - Your Class Activation Code NP79X. The link to order is HERE. Thank you to Varun's and Sarah's parents for making an online book order this month!!

Upcoming Events:.

February 13 - Last day to turn in Economics Fair Project Sheet to be signed off for: "Prototype, Why will buyers buy it, and Parent Signature"
February 14 - Bring in Valentine Cards & Valentine's Day decorated box, Valentine's Day Party
February 16 - Science DCA Weather and Bluebonnet Breakfast Party (for those that qualified - 10 books)
February 19 & 20 - No School
February 22 - Last day to turn in Box Tops!
February 23 - Last day to turn in Six Flag Reading Log form
March 1 - Third Grade Guest Speaker - Meteorologist from KVUE
March 6 - The 3rd Grade Economics Fair - Bring in your 35 - 40 items and your Economics Fair Project Sheet completed!
March 10 - 18 Spring Break (no school)
March 23 - Lilleboe/Raney Field Trip to Westcave Preserve

What's Been Happening In Class?

Writing: This week our focus was on grammar conventions (Contractions) and practicing our revising/editing skills. There will be a revising/editing skills DCA in a couple of weeks.
Reading: Our next unit is Traditional Tales (folktales, fables, myths, legends). We practiced summary/retell reading strategies as we read a variety of folktales this week. We also learned about "theme" and how to figure out the "theme" or the "lesson learned" in a story too.
Math: We are now into our 2nd multiplication/division unit for the year. We have learned our 1's and 9's facts this week. We will continue next week with 3's and 6's. Our Geometry/Multiplication/Division unit DCA will be sometime around February 23rd.
Science: We started our weather unit this week. We tracked the weather of 2 Texas cities for 5 days, then drew some comparisons between the cities using our data. We also did a couple assignments on STEMscopes (weather mapping, interactive activity, reading science). Next week we will learn about the various weather tools as we prepare for our test next Friday.
Social Studies: This unit is Economics (financial literacy). We learned about Need vs Wants and Goods vs Services. We will continue with this unit for the next few weeks.
Enrichment: PBL Activity with Mrs. Raney's class and Ms. Potral's class.

Weekly Update #21: January 29 - February 2

2/1/2018

Announcements:

Economics Fair Information: The Economics Fair Information sheets went home yesterday in Thursday folders. There was a parent letter (blue) that explains the project requirements and expectations. The other form (yellow) is for you and your child to complete over the next 5 - 6 weeks as your child begins to work on his/her project. Still looking for ideas??? Check out pictures of my students from last year's Economics Fair for great ideas!! Just click on the link and scroll down to the bottom of the page. Have fun!! Click Here!!
Valentine's Day Party Supplies and Volunteers - To make our Third Grade Valentine's Party awesome, we need your help! Please, consider donating supplies or your time for the party. Click on this Link to sign up! Thank you parents!!!
Valentine Boxes and Valentine Cards - A pink flyer is going home in THIS Thursday's folder about decorating a Valentine Box and making Valentine cards for each classmate. The list of students in our class is on the BACK of the pink flyer. Please, bring these items to school on February 14th.
Six Flag Reading Program - The form came home yesterday in Thursday folders. Please, read and follow the directions on the form. Students can turn this form in anytime before February 23rd.
Scholastic Book Orders: - The February Scholastic Book Orders are due Wednesday, February 28th. Place your orders online - Your Class Activation Code NP79X. The link to order is HERE.

Upcoming Events:.

February 7 or 8 - Spring School Picture Day - I will message you all as soon as I know!
February 9 - Last day to turn in Economics Fair Project Sheet "Decide on a Product" Signature
February 13 - Last day to turn in Economics Fair Project Sheet "Prototype, Why will buyers buy it, and Parent Signature"
February 14 - Bring in Valentine Cards & Valentine's Day decorated box, Valentine's Day Party
February 16 - Science DCA Weather
February 19 & 20 - No School
February 22 - Last day to turn in Box Tops!
February 23 - Last day to turn in Six Flag Reading Log form
March 1 - Third Grade Guest Speaker - Meteorologist from KVUE
March 6 - The 3rd Grade Economics Fair - Bring in your 35 - 40 items and your Economics Fair Project Sheet completed!
March 10 - 18 Spring Break (no school)
March 23 - Lilleboe/Raney Field Trip to Westcave Preserve

***Congrats to Shlok for placing 5th in Music Memory at the UIL District Contest last weekend. He goes onto Regionals!

What's Been Happening In Class?

Writing: This week our focus was on grammar conventions (Contractions) and practicing our revising/editing skills. There will be a revising/editing skills DCA in a couple of weeks.
Reading: We wrapped up our Biography Unit with a test this week on Tuesday. We still have a fe students that need to finish their Biography Book Club Google Presentations. The kids can show you want this looks like and work on it at home if they want to by logging into their Google school account. Information is in your child's blue folder. Our next unit we will start on Monday is Traditional Tales (folktales, fables, myths, legends).
Math: We are continuing with our next unit, Geometry. We review 3D shapes (cone, prisms, pyramids, polyhedron) and learned some new vocabulary too (edges, vertices, faces). Kids can continue to brush up on their Geometry skills by using my "Math links". We will start our 2nd Multiplication Unit next week.
Science: We wrapped up our Soils and Natural Resources Unit with a test on Tuesday. We will start our next unit, Weather next week!
Social Studies: Next unit is Economics (financial literacy).
Enrichment: Jazz Concert and New Coding Apps - Daisy the Dinosaur, Code-a-pillar, Lightbot