"Since then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things." Colossians 3:1-2

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Weekly Assignments May 7-May 15

 Dear Parents,
     Seems like it was only last week when I began to post lessons for you.  Now, we are to the last blog post.  This has been such a wonderful and successful year.  Thank you for sharing your sweet children with me.  I pray you will have a safe and relaxing summer.  Please check the library website for your child's summer reading requirements.
     Please note on the gold handout I sent home the times for end of year activities and dismissal times.

Assignments

Spelling-  Lesson 35  Test Thursday

Reading-- Secret Garden, Folktale, and Reader's Theater

Math-- Pages 314-339

Language-- Letter Writing   Test Tuesday  ----  Dictionary Skills


Science-- Pages 568-604

Social Studies-- Pages 398-403    US Flag Activities

Bible-- Memory  Phil. 2:15    Recite Thursday

Thursday, April 26, 2012

Weekly Assignments April 30-May 4

Assignments

Spelling-- Lesson 34    Test Thursday

Reading-- "Prairie School"     and novel  Secret Garden


Math-- Pages 294-307

Language-- Friendly Letters

Science-- Tuesday Chapter 16 Test    also begin Chapter 14   Pages 552-567

Social Studies-- Pages 382-389   also  Flag Activities

Bible-- Psalm 33:12  National Day of Prayer verse     recite Thursday

Thursday, April 19, 2012

Weekly Assignments April 23-27

Assignments

Spelling-- Lesson 33    Test Thursday

Reading-- Folktale, Pilgrim's Progress, and Reader's Theater

Math-- Pages 458-463 and Probability

Language-- Pages 228-231    Wednesday Pronoun Test        Tuesday BOOK REPORT due

Science-- Pages 652-663

Social Studies-- Market Day activities and preparations    Friday--MARKET DAY  

Bible-- "The Lord's Prayer"    Fill in blanks on THURSDAY

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Weekly Assignments April 16-20

Parents--Just a few reminders.  Wednesday is our field trip to Hyundai.  April 24th- our Book Reports are due.  You will be getting information next week about our "Market Day." Our days in school are numbered, however we have much left to complete.  Have a great weekend!!

Assignments

Spelling-- Lesson 32     Test Thursday

Reading-- "Helen Keller" and Pilgrim's Progress


Math-- Pages 440-444   Test Tuesday on fractions  Chapters 23 and 24   New Chapter pages 454-457

Language-- Pages 222-227

Science-- Chapter 16  Machines   Pages 628-650

Social Studies-- Pages 334-343

Bible-   Memory  Psalm 37:4 and 5   Recite Friday

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Weekly Assignments April 9-13

Assignments :

Spelling-- Lesson 31    Test Thursday

Reading--" Ramona Quimby, Age 8"    and Pilgrim's Progress


Math-- Fractions  Pages 412-419 and 428-430  also Pages 434,435

Language-- Pages 218-221   Pronouns

Science-- Pages 502-521    Chapter 12 Test Friday

Social Studies-- Pages 317-333

Bible-- Memory Psalm 27:1   Recite Friday

                    Have a Blessed Easter!

Thursday, March 22, 2012

Weekly Assignments April 2-6

Dear Parents,
     I pray for a wonderful week of family fun!!  Have a well deserved time away from school!
As we return, please be reminded of our Easter Chapel on Thursday morning, April 5th at  8:15 in Willett Hall.  A wonderful program is planned, with beautiful music to stir your heart. Friday, April 6th will be a holiday.

Assignments--

Spelling--Easter word list    Test Thursday

Reading-- Folktale, Reader's Theater, and Pilgrim's Progress


Math--Pages 388-402

Language-- Pronouns  Pages 214-217

Science-- Chapter 12  Pages 496-501

Social Studies-- Pages 289-313

Bible--Memory  John 11:25     Recite Thursday





Thursday, March 15, 2012

Weekly Assignments March 19-23

Dear Parents,
     Just a reminder that this Friday, March 23rd, is Science Fest Day.  This is a half day ,with dismissal at 11:30.  A snack and water will be provided.  
     Please plan to join us on Thursday, April 5th at 8:15 in Willett Hall as the third graders present our Easter Chapel.
     Have a wonderful and safe Spring Break!!!

Assignments

Spelling--Lesson 29    Test Thursday

Reading-- Folktales   and    Pilgrim's Progress

Math-- Pages 380-383

Language-- Pages 162,163    Tuesday Adjective and Adverb Test     Creative Writing

Science-- Pages 484-489  Wednesday Chapter 11 Test    Pages 490-493 (new chapter)

Social Studies-- Pages 260-269

Bible-- Part 2 Easter memory  Matthew 28:4,5, and 6  Thursday  (fill in blanks)
     

Thursday, March 8, 2012

Weekly Assignments March 12-16

Parents:  Please note that Wednesday, we will have our class/group picture made. Report cards will go home on Thursday.  Have a great weekend, and don't forget to set those clocks forward!!

Assignments

Spelling-  Lesson 28    Test Thursday

Reading-- "Poppa's New Pants"      

Math-- Page 532   Test#29 Tuesday   Pages 352-361 and Pages 378,379

Language-- Adverbs  Pages 156-161

Science-- Pages 474-483

Social Studies-- Pages 250-259

Bible-- Part 1 Easter Memory  Matthew 28:1,2,and 3  Fill in blanks Friday    Pilgrim's Progress

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Weekly Assignments March 5-9

NOTE   This Friday ends the third nine-week grading period.

Assignments

Spelling-- Lesson 27   Test Thursday

Reading-- "Pepita Talks Twice"

Math-- Pages 518-531

Language-- Adverbs     Pages 152-155

Science-- Pages 460-473     Matter

Social Studies-- Chapter 8     Pages 241-249

Bible-- Acts 16:31    Recite Friday     Begin  Pilgrim's Progress

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Weekly Assignments February 27-March 2

Spelling-- Lesson 26    Test Thursday

Reading-- Fairy Tales  Cinderella and Yeh-Shen     Also novel  Trumpet of the Swan


Math-- Page 230, with Chapter 13 Test Tuesday     Begin Chapter 27-Pages 492-498

Language-- Adjectives  Pages 148-151

Science-- Pages 440-441  Chapter 10 Test Wednesday   Begin Chapter 11, pages 452-459

Social Studies-- Presidents Unit - Presentations on Wednesday (Presidents and First Ladies)

Bible--Memory  Matthew 28:19 and 20  Recite on Friday

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Weekly Assignments February 21-24

Spelling-- Lesson 25    Test Thursday

Reading-- Theme Wrap Up  pages 252-265     Novel   Trumpet of the Swan


Math-- Chapter 13  Dividing by 6 -10    Pages 216-229

Language-- Unit 4  Adjectives  Pages 142-147

Science-- Pages 408-412  and pages 428-433

Social Studies-"-Presidents" unit

Bible-- First John 4:7 and 8    Recite on Friday

Many thanks to our moms for a wonderful Valentine party!  Have a wonderful long weekend!!



Thursday, February 9, 2012

WeeklyAssignments February 13-17

Dear Parents,
     What a busy week!  Please note the third grade hall displays.  We have wonderful story mapping graphics about our novel,  Trumpet of the Swan. Included are setting, characters, and story conflicts.
      Valentines may be brought to school on Monday or Tuesday.  Our party is Tuesday at 2:00.  Also, Friday, February 17th and Monday, the 20th are holidays. Please have a wonderful and safe winter break!

Assignments:

Spelling-- Lesson 23     Test  Thursday

Reading-- "Trapped by the Ice"    and our novel Trumpet of the Swan

Math--Pages 208-211

Language-- Pages 120 and 121   Test Wednesday on Verbs     Writing Activities

Science--Pages 420-422 Eclipses    and      Pages 434-435 Stars and Constellations

Social Studies--Presidents and First Ladies Unit----includes The White House and Washington

Bible-- Deuteronomy 6:5   Recite on Thursday

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Weekly Assignments February 6-10

Dear Parents,
     A GREAT revelation this week! We can divide!!! It is just inverse multiplication!!!!What FUN!!! We are completing our Water Cycle research in computer on our jump drives .  We are continuing to work in the Typing Pal program to better our keyboarding skills.  As we begin our new Science chapter, please observe the phase of the moon for the next 12 nights. Our Valentine party will be on the 14th at 2:00.  Our party moms will provide treats for us.  I have Valentine bags for each child, and we will decorate them next week.  The theme for our Bible verses in February will be about "Love."  Have a great weekend!!

Assignments--

Spelling--Lesson 22    Test Thursday

Reading-- "Across the Wide Dark Sea"   and our novel  Trumpet of the Swan

Math-- Tuesday Chapter 11 Test    and begin Chapter 12  pages 202-207

Language-- Pages 114-119    Wednesday Oral Book Report

Science--New Chapter # 10   Moon Phases  Pages 414-419

Social Studies-- Pages 218-229

Bible-- First Corinthians 13:4-8a   Fill in blanks Friday

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Weekly Assignments January 30-February 3

Dear Parents,
     What a busy week!! Our Spain Culture Study has been such a valuable learning experience.  Please have your child share with you the many activities and presentations from our Spotlight Day.

Assignments:

Spelling-- Lesson 21     Test Thursday

Math--Chapter 11  pages 184-189     Division

Reading-- From our text-Four Biographies    and Trumpet of the Swan


Language-- Verbs   Pages 106-113

Science-- Review for Chapter 9 Test    Wednesday Chapter 9 Test       Research in computer lab

Social Studies-- Pages 202-217 continued

Bible-- Armor of God continued   Memory Ephesians 6:14-18  Fill in blanks on Friday

Thursday, January 19, 2012

Weekly Assignments January 23-27

Dear Parents,
     We have enjoyed a busy short week.  Those major tests are behind us!!  Please note that the Scholastic Book Fair is here for the week.  Students will have a scheduled time to visit each day.  Our Spanish Culture Spotlight Day will be on Friday.  Your child is now selecting a book for our Historical Fiction book report.  Detailed Information will be coming soon.  Have a great weekend!

Assignments:

Spelling-- Lesson 20   Test Thursday

Reading-- "Two Days in May"    and our  novel  Trumpet of the Swan


Math--Pages 168-173   Chapter 10 Test Thursday  Master the 10's-12's

Language-- Pages 102-105   Verb Tenses

Science-- Pages 397-399   Classroom  Activities on "Weather"

Social Studies-  Pages 202-217

Bible-- "Armor of God"  Two Weeks   Ephesians 6:10 and 11  Blanks on February 3rd

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Weekly Assignments January 16-20

Parents---Just a reminder that Monday, January 16th is a holiday.  Enjoy your day off!!

Assignments

Spelling-- Lesson 19   Test Thursday

Reading-- "Seal Surfer"   and our wonderful novel Trumpet of the Swan


Language-- New chapter  Verbs    Pages 98-101

Science-- Weather   Pages 386-396

Social Studies-- Pages 190-191   Chapter 6 Test  Thursday

Math-- Pages 154-158  Wednesday 100 Facts Test 0's-8's    Thursday Chapter 9 Test

Bible-- The Beatitudes    Fill in blanks on Friday







Thursday, January 5, 2012

Weekly Assignments January 9-13

Dear Parents,
     We're back!!!!    HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!  Hope your holidays were wonderful.  We are looking forward to a great second semester.

The weekly assignments are as follows:

Spelling-  Lesson 17   Test Thursday

Reading-  "Nights of the Pufflings"   and  our new novel  Trumpet of the Swan


Math-  Master the 7's and 8's in multiplication  Pages 152 and 153    Review 0's-6's  

Language-  Pages 74-77 Singular and Plural Possessives --Test Thursday on Possessives

Science-  Pages 376-384    The Water Cycle

Social Studies-  Pages 178-189

Bible-  The Ten Commandments   Fill in blanks on Friday