Homework - April 11- 5th

Posted: April 12, 2011

Here is the homwork for this week:   Literacy: We are working on "Sentence Fluency" in class. This unit consists of: 1. Varying your sentence beginnings 2. rewriting run-on sentences 3. Making language sound natural 4. checking for smoothness and flow   Read the story "The Cricket in Times Square" and complete "Your Response". Read "Block Party" and revise by changing or adding words to "spice up" the story! Remember to change the punctuatin ( . ! ? , ) if needed.   Math: We are working on Fractions and Decimals. Please complete the "Try these", "Practice" and "Stretch your thinking" questions.   Social Studies: Work on Projects. Remember they are due on Tuesday!   Speeches: We are working hard writing our speeches. Remember that speeches are to be between 2:45- 3:15 mins long. Practice timing your speech at home to get comfortable speaking. It is great practice to practice your speech infront of family and friends.   Read 20 minutes each night     Have a great week 4H!   -Miss. Hitchman