Language Arts:  This week in writing, we will learn how to write the “body” of procedural writing.  Last week, students focused on the “introduction”.  They learned to start their writing with a question (?), state an opinion (!) and finish with a strong lead.  A good introduction will help grab the attention of the reader.  Spelling:  Students will be introduced to “Polite Partners”. Definition of Polite Partners: When 2 letters come together, the first letter may make the sound (train). When 2 letters come together, the second letter may make the sound (aisle). Or When 2 letters come together, they make a completely different sound (said) “e”. This week’s spelling words: bait, gain, mail, rain, snail, trail, brain, strain, (first letter makes the sound) said (together they make a completely different sound) ·       Test will be on Thursday as there is no school Friday. Math: We are beginning our unit on “Measurement” Students will use words like “longer, shorter, heavier, and lighter” to help them compare objects. Book Fair:  Please remember to return your “coupon” for a chance to wins free books! Have a great week!