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Have a peaceful Easter recess. Remember to start working on the report that is due on the 13th
the questions were posted yesterday. So look again at March 30 assignment to view the questions
and other tasks that must be completed for the book The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.
Social studies/Science/Math are due on the 22nd ....
Remember to bring in permission slip for the trip and $1 for the cupcake fundraiser.
Math wbk page 29 Skill-- algebraic expressions-- do all activities; both sides of the page
Practice page 126, 127, 127a Skill-- fact and nonfact, vocabulary in context
Grammar page 109 Skill-- comparing adjectives
Spelling page 110, 111 Skill--/ir/ /ur/ pattern
remember to bring illustrations of the gifts of the Holy Spirit
return permission slips for class trip on April 13th.
Castle Learning assignments are due on Friday, April 2nd.
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Recess assignments in Social Studies/Math&Science were distributed today. This assignment is
due on April 22.
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Read The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis due Tuesday, April 13th
Here are the tasks you are to complete when you have finished reading the book.
Cover page---write your first and last name. Design an original cover for your report.
Write an introduction that illustrates how the story begins.
Page 1. Character Profile
Write a character profile for each of the Provensi children--Susan, Edmund, Peter, and Lucy
Use the character traits list in your ELA notebook to help you. Provide an explanation based
on an event in the story to support your choice. Write 3 to 5 sentences.
Page 2. Conflict
Lucy goes to Narnia through the wardrobe and meets Mr. Tumnus, what conflict do the siblings -brothers and sisters face?
What is the main problem in the story? How was the problem solved? List three important episodes that
helped to resolve the problem.
who is Aslan? What role does he play in helping the Provensi children?
How do Mr. Tumnus and Mrs Beaver teach the children an important lesson? Discuss each character separately.
Page 3 Discovery
What is Turkish Delilght and to what extent does the White Witch use it to make Edmund her victim?
What does Edmund discover about himself?
What does he discover about his brother and sisters by the end of the story.
Page 4 Resolution and Symbolism
How do the children and Aslan help save Narnia?
What Christian Themes did you find in the story? Find three and describe how each
symbolizes christian beliefs.
Page 5 Art---A story for all seasons
In the story, it is perenially winter in Narnia. Here is your chance to to change the never ending winter in Narnia. For this project you will retell the story through graphics.
Create a circular design representing the 4 seasons. Each quadrant will reflect a particular season.
Use symbols to portray the events unique to the story. Explain your design.
Page 6. Music --Musical Madness--set Narnia to Music
Compose a national anthem for the new Narnia
The reading/rligion/art/music assignment is due on April 13th
Math text page 107 do activity #1 to 13
Spelling wbk page 46, 47
Religion read page 238 to 240 "Triduum"
What is the Triduum and when is it celebrated?
In your own recount what events happened on Holy Thursday.
Write a short prayer you can use to remind you of the courage of Christ on Holy Saturday.
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Return permission slip for trip on April 13th.
Remember to bring $1 for the cupcake fund-raiser.
Read -- The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
11 A.M. dismissal on Wednesday, March 31
Religion assignment read page 232 to234
questions to answer related to practices of Lent to prepare us for Easter
write three important ways we can carry out the practices of Penance, Prayer, and Good Works during
Lent. See page 232
Why do we have a joyful procession on Passion/Palm Sunday? Page 233
Choose one of these slogans below and write your resopnse to a tv reporter's questions about the way you will live these practices. Remember, when we are faithful to these practices, we are truly preparing for the great feast of Easter.
Slogans -- choose one
Renew Baptism / Live Simply / Do Penance / Be Reconciled / Pray Often / Be Merciful
Write your response to the reporter's questions.
What does your slogan mean?
How do you follow this advice?
Why would Christians do this during Lent?
What difference does make it make?
Remember to read The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
Math text page 170 do activity 1-12
ELA- Create a sequence chart of events that relates to your shool day or your weekend.
Religion- Prayer acrostic
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RETURN ALL LIABARY BOOKS !!
Easter Recess reading assignment
The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
This assignment is due on Tuesday, April 13th
Today's assignment
Math wbk page 42 both sides skill prime and composite numbers
Practice wbk page 85, 85, and 87
Grammar wbk page 73 and 74
Religion read page 136--LIturgy of the Eucharist
Remember to bring fund raiser booklets completed
Report cards distribution from 4 P.M. on Thursday 3/26
Math- text page 165, numbers 3-10
find numbers between 6-99 that are divisible by 5, 8, 9.
ELA- Practice page 84
Religion- read page 132-133
BRING Markers and Pencil
Return fundraiser booklets and Report Cards request form
Reading assignment The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Math- text page 165, numbers 3-10
find numbers between 6-99 that are divisible by 5, 8, 9.
ELA- Practice page 84
Religion- read page 132-133
Math- text page 165, numbers 3-10
find numbers between 6-99 that are divisible by 5, 8, 9.
ELA- Practice page 84
Religion- read page 132-133
Math complete the matrix table. Number Products Factors. Write Prime or Composite
18
99
76
22
55
26
61
32
21
45
Practice wbk page 82, 83,83a
Grammar wbk page 71, 72
Spelling wbk page 75, 76
Remember to bring re-registration forms.
Report cards distribution on Thursday and Friday. Please send in request sheet with time that you are
available to pick up your child's card.
Reading assignment during Easter recess The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe
Math text page 145 do #s 1 to 8. Page 198 do set 3-10
Spelling wbk page 72, 73, 74
Math text page 163 do activity 8 to 20 even numbers
Science-- review pages B60 to 61
reproduce/copy the chart on page B61
write three paragraphs about carbon footprints its effects and the ways recycling helps save our environment
grammar wbk page 103 and 104
Remember to visit your local library to check out The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
Math wbk page 41 do both sides of the page
Write second draft of essay using this month's value "Courage"
Religion read Acts 4: 1-22 reflect on Peter's act of courage
Science review page B56 to 59 answer questions 3, 4, & 5
Assigned reading during Easter break The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
Return all fund-raiser booklets completed
Letters regarding report cards distribution was sent home. Please indicate day and date you will pick up your
child's report card.
Science bring an empty can, remove the lid. bring information pertinent to trip to NY Hall of Science. Answer
all of the questions. Create graphics related to your subject (i.e. the exhibit that you viewed)
Math -- Use any method; spreadsheet, diagram, matrix array, multiplication table in the back of your math notebook... to find the factors of each number 12/ 27/ 36/ and 45
ELA use notes from graphic organizer to write three paragraphs about "Courage"
Religion review page 53 to learn about the courage of the Claretian Missionaries.
Social Studies read text page 92 ans. ques. 1, 2, 3.
Remember to bring fund raiser respond booklets completed.
No homework was assigned -- except for those who have to complete Math text page 170 and 171.
Have a great weekend everyone and be prepared to increase your learning on Monday.
Have crayons/ markers ready to complete "Women's History Activity." Report covers
Be prepared to share parent interviews/skit/tableau/word description for emotional literacy on Monday.
Hand in essay related to this month's theme "Courage" on Tuesday.
practice wbk page 79
grammar wbk page 62 and 63
spelling page 63 and 64
Math wbk page 40 both sides
social studies--coach workbook page 90 to 94 answer items 1 to 7.
bring picture/snapshot ( computer generated or photograph) of a store in your neighborhood that reflect sdiversity in NYC. check sites mention in class.
Grammar review the article you wrote about Duke Ellington. Write ten sentences describing
his life, work, and accomplishments. Use action verbs.
Social Studies read page 81. do the activity labeled "
"Try It" create the graphic organizer.
Science Review page B52 - 53
What sources of carbon are shown in the illustrations?
How do animals use carbon?
Why is there an arrow from the plant to decaying matter?
Why does car exhaust release carbon dioxide?
bring essay-- Women's History Month--
Our trip to the NY Hall of Science was a success. The student had a fun learning time..So much so, the
comments were: "the trip was a blast" and such thoughts as, "I didn't think a trip to a science museum
coul be so much fun." Thank you to all of the parents, especially those who accompanied us. I hope you
enjoyed the exhibits as much as the students. Again, a million thanks from all of us.
Homework\\Science
Name of exhibit.
What did you do?
What happened?
How does this relate to something in real life?
Math text--Problem solving--page 161 do activity 18 to 23.
Projects due
Religion-- Wednesday bring pictures of people sharing a meal
Thursday Women's History Month-- interview a female family member who has influenced your life
Write an essay and bring a picture.
Friday-- bring a snapshot/photo of different businesses in your neighborhool
Life skills book complete page 11
Math text page 159 #s 7, 11, 15 page 161 #s 13 to 16
Complete Religion "acrostic" St Joseph
Complete the social studies assignment
Class trip to NY Hall of Science tomorrow, March 9. Please wear complete uniform.
Don't forget projects that are due this week. Check Friday, March 3, homework assignment for listing and dates.
Weekly Reader Read the article "Make It Count" about the 2010 U. U. census. Then answer these questions
Before reading the article.
Predict how many people live in the United States... Write an estimate.
why might the government want to know how many people live in the U.S.?
Define each vocabulary word--use the context clues from the article to help you identify the meaning of
each word.
bilingual census confidential massive wary
Comprehension questions
How many people will work for the census?
Who is counted for the census ? Why are these people counted?
How does the census bureau collect more detailed data?
Why did Congress pass a law requiring a census every ten years?
Do you think the poll's results have change since the 1970's when the census started?
Explain your answer.
Brochure --illustrating how elementary school prepare you for adulthood is due on Monday.
Class trip on Tuesday, March 9th
Please see posted assignment of March 4 for other projects that are due the week of March 8th.
Math -- bring sales circular from your local grocery store. Text page 157 do activity 19 to 23.
Fold the paper in half.
Copy the problem on the left. Solve on the right.
Religion page read125 to 126. Answer these questions
what did the early christians do when they gathered together?
What happens in the Eucharist?
retell the story that happened on the road to Emmaus in your own words.
ELA language text page `179 do 11 to 20.
Emotional literacy complete the interview sheet.
Announcement-----------Class trip on Tuesday, March 9th.
PROJECTS
DUE 3/5 PICTURE OF PEOPLE SHARING A MEAL
3/10 CREATE A BROCHURE THAT DESCRIBES HOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PREPARE YOU FOR ADULTHOOD
3/ 11 WOMEN'S HISTORY INTERVIEW A FEMALE FAMILY MEMBER WHO HAS INFLUENCED YOUR LIFE
3/12 CULTURAL SNAPSHOTS OF BUSINESSES IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Rligion review page 122 to 123 What is a sacrifice?
Why is the Eucharist a memorial, a meal and a sacrifice?
In your own words, describe what happened at the Last Supper.
Bring a picture of people sharing a meal
Language Arts Grammar wbk page 68, using commas in a series
Write how to prepare your favorite snack in sequential order/Steps in a Process
Science review page B50 - 51
list the 3 stages of the water cycle.
Compose/write one question that pertains to each cycle.
Math workbook page 39 do activity R3-8 (only)
bring sales circular from your local grocery store.
Projects
create a brochure describing how elementary school prepare you for adulthood. See Steps in a
Process activity--classwork of March 1. This assignment is due on March 10.
Women's history month celebration---interview a female family member who has influenced your life
write a detailed essay describing this person. Assignment due on
March 11.
Cultural snapshots--Diversity -- take and bring a picture of different businesses in your neighborhood.
Assignment due on March 12.
Reading assignment for Easter recess is : The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe./by C.S. Lewis. Please check your
local library for a copy of this book. Report is due April 13.
Mathe text page 158 do #s 14 to 10
Religion review page 120 to 122
what is passover? What did the breaking of the bread at the Last Supper mean?
Science review page B50 to 51
Compare and contrast condensation, evaporation, and precipitation.
Explain the difference between run off and ground water
SOCIAL STUDIES read page 70--diverse cultures and cultural exchange
what important skills did the french learn from the native americans?
what is meant by the phrase, the west is "America's Breadbasket?"
write one paragraph that describe a holiday that honors your cultural heritage.
Math wbk page 38 both sides. Bring a sales circular from your local supermarket on Friday
ELA page 65 write the word 1 to 20 in alphabetical order
Soc. Studies page 69 define the key term words : cultural diversity cultural exchange ehtnic group
Use each term to write one sentence.
Science page B46 define evaporation condesation precipitation water cycle carbon cycle nitrogen cycle
Use each term to write a sentence.
INDEPENDENT PROJECTS/DUE DATES ARE POSTED BELOW
religion---concept the importance of the Eucharist---find a picture in a magazine of people sharing a meal.
cut the picture out and bring it to class on Friday, March 5.
ELA---create a brochure describing how elementary school prepare students for success in adulthood.
Due on Wed. March 10.
women's History----choose a female family member who has influenced your life. Interview her and write an
informative essay. Bring a picture of that person.. Work is due on Thurs. March 11.
social studies- Cultural diversity snapshots-- take a picture of the diverse stores in your neighborhood.
This work is due on Friday March 12.
Math wbk page 38 both sides. Bring a sales circular from your local supermarket on Friday
ELA page 65 write the word 1 to 20 in alphabetical order
Soc. Studies page 69 define the key term words : cultural diversity cultural exchange ehtnic group
Use each term to write one sentence.
Science page B46 define evaporation condesation precipitation water cycle carbon cycle nitrogen cycle
Use each term to write a sentence.
INDEPENDENT PROJECTS/DUE DATES ARE POSTED BELOW
religion---concept the importance of the Eucharist---find a picture in a magazine of people sharing a meal.
cut the picture out and bring it to class on Friday, March 5.
ELA---create a brochure describing how elementary school prepare students for success in adulthood.
Due on Wed. March 10.
women's History----choose a female family member who has influenced your life. Interview her and write an
informative essay. Bring a picture of that person.. Work is due on Thurs. March 11.
social studies- Cultural diversity snapshots-- take a picture of the diverse stores in your neighborhood.
This work is due on Friday March 12.