December 17, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Sign and return Science Test
2. F.A.F. tomorrow (the final one of 2015!) - dress appropriately for the weather
3. Please take home winter or fall clothing in the boot room

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned a new holiday carol from the Grade 1 and 2s.
How did you show what you learned?
We listened to them this morning.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to dress appropriately for F.A.F. tomorrow.

December 16, 2015

Agenda:
1. Mrs. Lee/Lim math group - POW due tomorrow
2. Math - POW due tomorrow
3. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow (we didn't have time today)

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that 'sharing is caring'.
How did you show what you learned?
Several of us went to a seniors centre to share some handbells pieces.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to remember how this made people feel.  

Dec. 15, 2015

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Editing - due Wed.
2. Handbells - please wear appropriate clothing (Dr. Coffin t-shirts)
3. Mrs. Lee/Lim - division booklet

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that First Nations in the Cordillera (interior) thought very highly of deer for many uses. 
How did you show what you learned?
We researched this information.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn about the other regions.

December 14, 2015.

Agenda:
1. A reminder for students in Handbells to bring in their permission forms tomorrow and to prepare to wear green, white, red, or black for their presentation as well as walking boots/shoes on Wednesday. 

2. Mrs. Lim/Lee’s math group: 1) Take your math test and go over questions you did not do correctly with parents if enough time. Bring back on Thursday.  2) Do one sheet from your Division package and time yourself. Use the multiplication chart provided only if necessary.  (POW is not for homework. Bring it to class tomorrow).

3. Word Work - Editing - due Wed.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about some of the ways First Nations lived off the land.
How did you show what you learned?
We examined several First Nations of the Interior Plains region.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn about the First Nations in other regions.

A cloudy and cool Fresh Air Friday.

Agenda:
1.  Math - Mrs. Lee/Lim - test (Monday)
2. Math - Recipe Adjustment Project due Monday
3. Handbell forms - due Tuesday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned of the resources that may be found in Whispering Woods (to meet our basic needs). 
How did you show what you learned?
We located resources and stated their uses.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to know which resources are more useful than others (e.g. edible berries, etc.)

December 10, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Festive Evening - tonight!
2. Fresh Air Friday tomorrow - please dress appropriately for the weather
3. Handbells form - returned by next Tuesday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned a bit about First Nations.
How did you show what you learned?
We discussed, as a class, about them.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn more about how they lived off the land in the different regions of Canada.

December 9, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow
2. P.O.W. - due tomorrow
3. Math recipe adjustment project - due Monday (you will have time tomorrow to work on it)
4. Mrs. Lee/Lim's math group - H.W.
5. Festive Evening - tomorrow/Thurs.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to make half of a fraction.
How did you show what you learned?
We wrote out 1/2 the ingredients needed for our recipe.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to figure out how to make our recipe for 60 people (extension activity of project).

December 8, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Secret Santa (voluntary activity) form due back tomorrow
2. Word Work Spelling due tomorrow
3. Science Test tomorrow
4. Science title page due tomorrow

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to double a recipe.
How did you show what you learned?
We applied the math to our recipes.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how cut our recipe in half.

December 7, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Science: Weather Vane Sheet

Weather Test Wednesday

Blue Review due Tuesday

Water Cycle Booklet due tuesday

2. Math - find a holiday/winter recipe (may be a family favourite)
3. Word Work - Spelling - due Wed.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the weather patterns in Calgary. 
How did you show what you learned?
We reviewed our weather tracking sheets.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to review for the test on Wed.

December 3, 2015

Agenda:

1. Finish your weather vane sheet and hand in to Ms C by Monday
2. Finish your Water Cycle booklet – be ready to take up on Monday
3. Blue Review for test is Due Tuesday Dec 8 – If you do 4 or 5 questions a night, you will be finished it. We will look at it on Tuesday - BE SURE TO TAKE IT HOME TODAY
4. Weather Test is on Wed Dec 9
5. Title Page is due Wed Dec 9 also
6. No school tomorrow/Friday
7. Festive Evening forms due by Monday***

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to build a weather vane.
How did you show what you learned?
We went outside and tested out our weather vane.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to review information for our test next week.

December 2, 2015

Agenda:
1. Math HW - see question below 'Highlights'
2. Word Work - editing due tomorrow
3. POW - due tomorrow
4. Festive Evening forms due by Dec. 7th
5. No school tomorrow

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We 
How did you show what you learned?
We
What do you need to learn next?
We

Math Homework:

Dorian has 8 3/7 chocolate bars.  How many equal pieces make up 1 chocolate bar?  If Dorian shared two equal pieces with all of his friends, how many friends would receive 2 pieces?  Would any be left for Dorian?  How much?

December 1, 2015

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Editing - due Thurs., Spelling due tomorrow
2. Science Test - next Wed., Dec 9th
3. Math H.W. - due tomorrow
4. Math quiz - signed and returned

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the different types of instruments that measure weather. 
How did you show what you learned?
We drew a picture of the instruments, and then wrote about what each did.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to build our weather vane.

November 30, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Spelling - due Wed.
2.  Mrs. Lee/Lim's math group - get test signed.
3. POW due Thurs.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about humidity.
How did you show what you learned?
We did an experiment.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn about how to measure humidity.

Another SUNNY Fresh Air Friday!

Agenda:
1. Be sure to have your news article signed and returned for Monday.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to write a descriptive story about an outdoor setting.
How did you show what you learned?
We went outside into Whispering Woods and wrote in our journals.
What do you need to learn next?
We have to type our stories after editing. 

November 26, 2015

Agenda:
1.  F.A.F tomorrow - dress appropriately.
2. Grade 5's - take vaccination forms home

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the types of precipitation. 
How did you show what you learned?
We watched a video and did a 'show what you know' quiz.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn more about forecasting. 

November 25, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Math sheet - questions # 12-22 - due tomorrow
2. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow
3. P.O.W. - due tomorrow
4. Fun Lunch tomorrow
5. Grade 5 vaccinations tomorrow
6. Crazy Hair Day tomorrow
7. Rafiki sales begin tomorrow ($10 each)

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the water cycle.
How did you show what you learned?
We watched a video and we had a 'pop quiz' about it.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to check our barometers next.

November 24, 2015

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Spelling - due tomorrow
2.  Math sheet - questions #1-11 - due tomorrow

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about 'humidity' in science.
How did you show what you learned?
We did an experiment and then observed what had happened.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn about condensation in the next few days.

November 23, 2015

Agenda:
1. Math sheet - Question # 5 only - due tomorrow
2. Word Work - Spelling - due Wed.
3. Ask you parents about a weather saying
4. Mrs. Lim/Lee - booklet pgs. 1-3
5. POW - due Thurs.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about equivalent fractions.
How did you show what you learned?
We drew fractions and found their equivalents.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn about how to get equivalent fractions a different way.

November 19, 2015

Agenda:
1. No school tomorrow (Friday)
2. Parent/Teacher Conferences - Thurs. eve & Friday morning

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that in literature circles we need to work together.
How did you show what you learned?
We read some pages from our novels as a group.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to begin to take on the different roles in the literature circle.

November 18, 2015.

Agenda:
1. ***Discuss Curricular Self-Assessment with parent(s)
2. Word Work - Spelling and Editing - due tomorrow
3. Math quiz - tomorrow (division)
4. Fun Lunch forms due tomorrow
5. POW signed
6. Please try and wear black and white for our Bollywood performance (@10:45)
7. P/T Conferences begin tomorrow evening

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that the circle on Nose Hill was an aboriginal 'sacred circle'.
How did you show what you learned?
We researched it after making an hypothesis of what it was.
What do you need to learn next?
If our hypotheses were correct.

November 17, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Spelling - due tomorrow
2. Math booklet - p. 147 only - due tomorrow
3. Fun Lunch forms - due by Thursday
4. Reading Survey - due tomorrow
5. Please have parents sign/initial P.O.W. - and return to school

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned a new way to do long division, called 'repeated subtraction' or 'partial quotients'. 
How did you show what you learned?
We practiced several questions using this method.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to prepare for our quiz on Thursday.

November 16, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Math booklet - p. 146 only - due tomorrow (choose a strategy) - Mrs. Lee/Lim group - p. 1 & 2 from the math booklet
2. Word Work - Spelling - due Wednesday
3. Treat Day - tomorrow
4. Please have parents sign any returned tests and/or assignments
5. Reading Survey - please have it filled out by Wednesday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the many book choices we have for our Literature Circles (see picture below for choices). 
How did you show what you learned?
We listened to a short summary of each novel.
What do you need to learn next?
We will find out what literature circle group we will be in soon.

A Breezy (but warm) Fresh Air Friday.

Agenda:
1. Math - p. 145 in booklet only - due Monday.
2. Mrs. Lee/Lim math - finish whole math booklet by Monday.
3. ***Bring in Choir - Hitmen form by Monday (last day!).
4. Fun Lunch forms.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned the characteristics of developing a character. 
How did you show what you learned?
We went out into Whispering Woods to develop our characters.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to develop a good setting.

November 10, 2015 - Our Remembrance Day Assembly

Agenda:
1. No school tomorrow - Remembrance Day
2. Word Work - Spelling and Weekly Edit - due Thursday
3. POW - due Thursday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We presented our Remembrance Day Assembly. 
How did you show what you learned?
We each displayed our respect to our veterans in different ways.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn more about peace in the world.

November 9, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Please bring a coin donation for poppies tomorrow.
2. Remembrance Day Assembly - 10:45 tomorrow - please wear black (bottoms) and white (tops) - movement piece (all black)
3. Word Work - Spelling - due Thursday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the greenhouse effect. 
How did you show what you learned?
We researched about it.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to reduce greenhouse gases.

A Very Special Fresh Air Friday!

Agenda:
1. News article - rough draft in journal - due Monday
2. Sign or initial Math test
3. ***Our Remembrance Day Assembly in on Tuesday at 10:45 - students need black (dark) pants and a white (light) top for Tuesday morning.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We discovered a sacred spot on/at Nose Hill Park's peak. 
How did you show what you learned?
We went up to the peak, and we saw it in the distance (a group of rocks in a circular shape) - some of us sketched the site, and asked questions about it.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn about what that sacred site was, who placed the rocks there, why it was there, etc.

November 5, 2015.

Agenda:

1 - We are headed to Nose Hill at 9 am tomorrow. Thank you to all the volunteers for making this possible. 

We have spoken to the students about proper dress attire for tomorrow morning - they need to layer warm clothes, wear a toque, mitts or gloves. There will be some snow and ice on some of the trails so students need to wear proper boots or shoes with good grips. 

The hike will take us to the top of Nose Hill. Students need to be prepared with a water bottle and extra snacks. 

Nose Hill is the 6th largest urban park in Canada (Fish Creek is the 5th largest urban park in Canada). We will hike to the top of Nose Hill. At this point we will be able to see a panoramic view of Calgary. 

2 - ***Signed consent form due tomorrow

3 - Choir form due Nov. 13

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the different type of clouds in the sky.
How did you show what you learned?
We tried to identify them outside.
What do you need to learn next?
We will learn more details about climate and weather.

November 4, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow
2.  Food Bank donations - last day Friday
3. Keep practicing the 'In Flanders Fields' song

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how weather and climate are different.
How did you show what you learned?
We brainstormed and discussed both.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn the different types of clouds.

November 3, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Spelling due tomorrow.
2. Practice 'In Flanders Fields' (know the words)
3. Food Bank Drive ends this Friday - please bring in your donations.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned more about the planets and certain insects.
How did you show what you learned?
We did some Q & A.
What do you need to learn next?
We will be learning about weather in science.

November 2, 2015

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Spelling - due Wednesday
2. Pictures go home today
3. Sign/Initial Social Studies Handout #2
4. Foodbank donations - thanks to those who have already donated

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that dish soap reacts to the fat in milk. 
How did you show what you learned?
We conducted an experiment in class.
What do you need to learn next?
We will be learning about the weather.

October 29, 2015.

Agenda:
1. No school tomorrow (Friday)
2. Please be safe if you are going 'Trick or Treating' on Saturday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We saw how creative every student's costumes were. 
How did you show what you learned?
We participated and observed the 'Parade of Costumes'.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to ensure that we are safe on Halloween.

October 28, 2015

Agenda:

1. If you like, please bring a costume to share for our 'Parade of Costumes'tomorrow afternoon @ 1:15 (you may get changed at the end of lunch).
2. Also, please feel free to bring a personal treat and/or a drink for yourself to enjoy in the afternoon (you are not obligated to bring treats and/or drinks for the whole class).
3. POW due tomorrow.
4. Math test - multiplication (student problem solving questions) - tomorrow.
5. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that mixing vinegar and baking soda together creates a chemical reaction. 
How did you show what you learned?
We mixed the ingredients and observed what happened.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to understand why it happened.

October 27, 2015.

Agenda:
1.  Math booklet - the rest of the questions on p. 6 - due tomorrow
2. Word Work - Spelling - due tomorrow

Highlights
What did you learn today?
Some of us got to experience We Day in person where we learned about global citizenship. 
How did you show what you learned?
We have begun to work locally to help others.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to see what other initiatives we can undertake.

October 26, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Spelling - due Wed.
2. Math booklet - p. 6 #1-12 only - due tomorrow
3. POW - due Thurs.
4.  ***WE Day (must be brought in tomorrow morning!!!!) and Science Fair forms

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the parts of a news article. 
How did you show what you learned?
We 'deconstructed' an article into it's parts.
What do you need to learn next?
We will practice writing one soon.

A Chilly Fresh Air Friday.

Agenda:
1. Math booklet - p. 5 only - the rest of the questions (use any of the 3 multiplication strategies).
2. Science Centres will be due at the end of Monday.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to use a compass.
How did you show what you learned?
We used the compass to create clues to find a natural 'treasure' in Whispering Woods.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how the explorers (as well as others) were able to use other technologies to find their way around.

October 22, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Math booklet - complete the rest of p. 5 - due Monday
2. ***Scholastic book orders - cheque made payable to 'Scholastic Canada' - due tomorrow
3. F.A.F. tomorrow - please dress appropriately for the weather & bring your FAF mugs

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that scientists discovered water on Mars.
How did you show what you learned?
We read about it on a science website.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to see if there was life on Mars.

October 21, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Editing due tomorrow
2. POW due tomorrow
3. Fun Lunch tomorrow
4. Scholastic book orders due on Friday
5. Math booklet - p. 5 #1-8 only - due tomorrow (try the 'box method')

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned the 'box method' for multiplying larger numbers. 
How did you show what you learned?
We had a mini-lesson and then practiced the method.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to choose the multiplication strategy that works best for each of us.

October 20, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Picture Day tomorrow!  Please bring in forms if you have not already done so.
2.  Word Work - Spelling due tomorrow
3.  Math booklet - p. 4 only - due tomorrow
4.  Scholastic book orders due on Friday (please make cheque payable to 'Scholastic Canada')

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the federal election results. 
How did you show what you learned?
We checked the results online.
What do you need to learn next?
We will need to learn (review) about a news article.

October 19, 2015.

Agenda:
1.  Math booklet - p. 3 only - due tomorrow
2. Word Work - Spelling - due Wed.
3. P.O.W. due Thurs.
4. Treat Day tomorrow

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to estimate products.
How did you show what you learned?
We practiced by doing several questions.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to estimate quotients.

Another Beautiful Fresh Air Friday!

Agenda:
1. Math booklet - p.2 only - due on Monday
2. Scholastic book orders - please make cheque payable to 'Scholastic Canada'
3. Complete two drawings to scale of Barrett Park and Whispering Woods.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned the perimeter and areas of both Barrett Park and Whispering Woods. 
How did you show what you learned?
We measured the lengths and widths of both using meter sticks.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to be able to draw a representation of each to scale.

October 15, 2015

Agenda:
1.  Fresh Air Friday tomorrow.
2.  Math Booklet - p. 2 only - due tomorrow
3. Word Work - Spelling - due tomorrow
4. Fun Lunch forms due tomorrow (pizza)
5.  Handbell forms (Gr. 6 only)
6.  Scholastic book orders due by Friday, Oct. 23 (cheques only please - made out to 'Scholastic Canada')

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about fungus in science. 
How did you show what you learned?
We had a demonstration in class.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how fungus occurs.

October 14, 2015.

Agenda:
1.  Please make cheques payable to 'Scholastic Canada' for book orders
2. Math booklet - p. 1 only - due tomorrow
3. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow
4. Day 2 - multiplication facts practice (at home)
5. Pizza orders due in by Friday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about how to conduct an election. 
How did you show what you learned?
We cast ballots and worked as polling clerks and/or returning officers.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to find out who 'won' the election here at Dr. Coffin School!

October 13, 2015

Agenda:
1. Math - daily multiplication facts practice (Day 1)
2.  Please initial/sign the Social Studies test
3. Fill out and return the pizza order form (due by Friday, Oct. 16th)
4. Scholastic book orders - due by Friday, October 23rd
5. Student Vote is tomorrow (not Thursday) - please view some of the leaders' responses to student questions here: http://studentvote.ca/leaders/
6. Word Work - Editing - due Thursday
7. POW - due Friday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned a lot more about the political party platforms.
How did you show what you learned?
We watched several leaders respond to questions sent in by students from across Canada.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to decide who to vote for tomorrow.

Fresh Air Friday!!

Agenda:
1.  No school on Monday.  See you Tuesday!
2. 1 square metre map (to scale, with a legend)- due Tuesday (our FAF activity)

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned what an archeologist and cartographer do in their jobs.
How did you show what you learned?
We went out to Whispering Woods and actually did the work of an archeologist and cartographer.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to map out a larger area to scale.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNdFDzQzqPk - please watch the video that we watched in class about how archeologists plot out an area to excavate.

October 8, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Fresh Air Friday tomorrow - please dress appropriately for the weather
2. Discovery Table items - if you have any
3. Please see the following website with your parents:  https://votecompass.cbc.ca - this website will help you determine who to vote for during our 'Student Vote 2015' next Thursday
4.  Please sign Math test and Data Management Project if you have not already done so

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the 'Rhinoceros Beetle' (on our Discovery Table).
How did you show what you learned?
A student brought in an actual beetle for us to observe.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn more about it's habitat, food, etc.

October 7, 2015.

Agenda:
1.  Math booklet - p. 9 - due tomorrow
2. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow
3. Please sign/initial Math Test (Place Value) & Data Management Project
4. POW - due tomorrow

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about each of the political parties' platforms.  
How did you show what you learned?
We searched up party platforms on the internet.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to decide which party to vote for our 'Student Vote 2015'.

October 6, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Math booklet - p. 8 only - due tomorrow (+ enlargement sheet challenge - voluntary)
2.  Science H.W.
3. Word Work - Spelling due tomorrow

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about rounding numbers to the nearest thousands.
How did you show what you learned?
We practiced how to round.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to understand how to round money without pennies.

http://www.mint.ca/store/mint/about-the-mint/rounding-6900008#.VhPz5L7rFUR  - check out this website about rounding to the nearest cent (no more pennies).

October 5, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Math enlargement sheet - due tomorrow
2. Word Work - Spelling - due Wednesday
3. P.O.W. - due Thursday
4. Science H.W.
5. Mrs. Lee's Math group - test tomorrow
6. Last day to bring in a toonie for Terry - Tuesday
Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned what it means to be a 'scientist'.
How did you show what you learned?
We brainstormed in our visual journals.
What do you need to learn next?
We are going to learn how to 'discover' science in our world.

Fresh Air Friday #4!!

Agenda:
1. Please initial or sign Social Studies Handout #1, if you have not already done so.
2. Have a great weekend!

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how snakes 'smell' the air with their tongues.  We also learned how quickly they move.
How did you show what you learned?
We observed a garter snake at Nose Hill Park!!
What do you need to learn next?
17/28 of Room 6 students think that all the leaves will fall off all the trees in Whispering Woods by next Friday.  We shall see/observe!

First day of October!!

Agenda:
1.  Please come prepared for F.A.F. - we will be walking to Nose Hill Park for the morning.
2.  Return initialed/signed Social Studies Handout #1.
3.  Last day to bring a Toonie For Terry is tomorrow.
4.  Choir forms due tomorrow.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the Group of Seven - Our Canadian landscape artists.
How did you show what you learned?
We viewed several paintings by them from many of the regions of Canada.
What do you need to learn next?
We will be using some of their 'sketching' techniques (mathematical) tomorrow during F.A.F.

Last day of September, 2015.

Agenda:
1.  Social Studies test tomorrow
2.  Please have parents sign or initial 1st Social Studies handout
3. POW is due tomorrow
4. Word Work Editing due tomorrow
5.  Toonies for Terry - until Friday
6.  Grade 5 vaccinations tomorrow.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how Terry Fox wanted to do his part to fight cancer. 
How did you show what you learned?
We watched an inspirational video about Terry Fox, and did the Terry Fox Run.
What do you need to learn next?
We will need to learn about other citizenship initiatives.  

September 29, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Spelling - due tomorrow
2.  Math booklet - p. 5 & 6 - due tomorrow
3.  Math Test tomorrow (place value)
4.  ***Terry Fox Run tomorrow at 10:45 - bring your running shoes - wear white and red if you can
5.  Social Studies Test Thursday - review tomorrow

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned more details about all the regions of Canada.
How did you show what you learned?
We listened to each students' persuasive 'pitch' for their region.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn about Terry Fox before our run tomorrow.

September 28, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Math booklet - p. 4 only - due tomorrow
2.  Review for math test (which is on Wednesday) - see Review sheet
3.  Social Studies - 'pitch' of natural region - presenting tomorrow
4.  Choir form - due back by Friday (Oct. 2)
5. Toonies for Terry!!

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about how to expand numbers.
How did you show what you learned?
We expanded numbers up to the millions place.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to complete the review for the test on Wed.

September 24, 2015.

Agenda:
1. 'Meet the Teacher' Thursday evening and Friday (no school for students) - please bring your 'Parent Viewpoint' sheets to the meeting.
2.  Math booklet - p. 3 only - due Monday.
3.  'Friend-o-Meter' due Monday.
4. Please bring your Toonies ($2.00) for Terry all next week!
5.  Book Fair - buy your books Thursday after school and Friday during 'Meet the Teacher' conferences.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to write numbers in standard and word form.
How did you show what you learned?
We did several problems in class.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn about expanded form.

September 23, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Please fill out Parent Viewpoint for Thursday's and Friday's Parent/Teacher Conferences.
2. POW - due tomorrow.
3. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow.
4. Place Value booklet - p. 2 only - due tomorrow.
5. Federal (F), Provincial (P), and Municipal (M) government - activity - due tomorrow.
6. Terry Fox Pledge Sheet.
7. Purchasing for the Book Fair - Thursday after school and Friday- during P/T conferences.
Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about place value 'periods' (units, thousands, millions, etc.).
How did you show what you learned?
Everyone got a number and we sorted ourselves based on making the largest or smallest values.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to properly read large numbers.

September 22, 2015

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Spelling due tomorrow.
2. Natural Regions - due tomorrow.
3.  Math booklet - p. 8 & 9 - due tomorrow.
Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the right to vote in Canada.
How did you show what you learned?
We analyzed and discussed the history of voting in Canada.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn more about the political parties.

September 21, 2015

Agenda:
1. Math booklet p. 6 & 7
2.  POW (completed at school) - due Thursday.
3. Word Work - Spelling - due Wednesday.
4. 'Friend-o-Meter' - due next Monday.
5. Natural Regions due Wednesday.
Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about line graphs!
How did you show what you learned?
We analyzed and constructed line graphs!
What do you need to learn next?
We will be learning about place value in math!

September 18, 2015 - Fresh Air Friday #3!

Agenda:
1. Get ready for Word Work - Spelling - Monday morning.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned to paint a forest scene (Whispering Woods) using water colours and a sponge.
How did you show what you learned?
We watched an instructional video then went outside to sketch our scene. We then came back indoors and applied the water colours.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to fill in the foreground of our paintings.

September 17, 2015 - Welcome Back BBQ!

Agenda:
1. Dress appropriately for F.A.F.
2.  Welcome Back BBQ - this evening!

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about some of the bodies of water in Canada's natural regions.
How did you show what you learned?
We researched the bodies of water and wrote them down on our project sheets.
What do you need to learn next?
We would like to learn more about the parks in each region.

September 16, 2015.

Agenda:
1.  Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow.
2. Welcome back BBQ - tomorrow evening.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
Some of us learned to make a circle graph. 
How did you show what you learned?
We constructed a circle graph as an extension to our math project.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn about line graphs.

September 15, 2015.

Agenda:
1. Math - booklet p. 5 only - due tomorrow.
2. Natural Regions (6) - due tomorrow pm.
3. Word Work - Spelling (due tomorrow) & Editing (due Thurs.).
Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the following types of government: democracy, dictatorship, and oligarchy..
How did you show what you learned?
We held a class discussion about the pros and cons of each type of government.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn some of the rights and freedoms of Canadians.

September 14, 2015

Agenda:
1. Math H.W. - pages 3 & 4 in booklet
2. Word Work - Spelling - due Wednesday
3. Any outstanding forms - please return
Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to 'get organized' in Health.
How did you show what you learned?
We received a new binder and organized it using dividers.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to organize our class work and homework.

September 11, 2015 - Fresh Air Friday!

Agenda:
1. Math - determine a question for your survey.  HW - booklet p. 1 & 2 (due Monday)
2. Return 'Welcome Back Potluck BBQ' form.
3. Grade 5 - vaccination forms returned.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about a wetland eco-system.
How did you show what you learned?
We visited Shaganappi Pond and sketched several things that we discovered.
What do you need to learn next?
We would like to learn more about the things we sketched.

September 10, 2015

Agenda:
1. Please let your parents know that we will be walking to Nose Hill Park tomorrow.  Bring a day pack (if you have one) with: water bottle, snacks, hat or sunscreen, light jacket, etc.
2. Math - determine a question for your survey.  HW - booklet p. 1 & 2 (due Monday)
3. Return 'Welcome Back Potluck BBQ' form.
4. Grade 6s - check to see if you still have your Visual Journal at home (bring to school if you do).
5. Grade 5s - vaccination forms returned.
Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to ask a good question for a survey.
How did you show what you learned?
We discussed our questions with a peer and then the class.
What do you need to learn next?
We will learn how to determine a method for our survey.

September 9, 2015 -

Agenda:
1. ***Show your parents the BLOG: 'drcoffinroom6.blogspot.com'
2. Social Studies: colour Regions map
3.
Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the regions of Canada.
How did you show what you learned?
We coloured a map of the different regions.
What do you need to learn next?
We would like to learn more about the specific regions themselves.