Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Multiplication worksheet
Reading sheet


Book Report:

I am going to be sending home directions for our next book report today. Please read through the directions. Books need to be selected by Friday, April 3rd at the latest. I have many books students can choose from. Our school library also has a ton. I am going to TRY and see if I can get into the library this week and have Mrs. Loyd help us out. When picking books, please remember to choose just right books.

Field Trips Coming Up!

April 14th Champoeg Park
April 28th Magnus Tree Farm

I would love volunteers to be group leaders for these two trips. If you can make it let me know!
Make sure you current with out criminal background check.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Math sheet-- Fractions
Study for Oregon Trail test—test tomorrow
Study spelling words---test tomorrow

The library will be open Wednesday and Thursday afternoon / evening - unless Mrs. Loyd is at lunch or dinner. The plan is she will be here 5-8 Wednesday and 3-8 Thursday. Kids are welcome to come in and check books out if they need to.

Monday, March 16, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Reading sheet—Cause and Effect
Math Sheet
Social studies if not completed in class


Friday Party Treats:
We are desperately low on Friday Party treats. Unfortunately once we run out, we are out. I can not afford to fill the box by myself. If you are all able to buy 1 bag of candy that would be great. I have one parent who has been buying stuff for the parties; I just don’t want to tap her out. Any help you can give would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!

Friday, March 13, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Study spelling words—Test Wednesday 18th

Report Cards are going home today.

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
math sheet--fractions
Reading sheet--cause and effect

Tomorrow is Pajama day!

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
No math
Reading sheet—Cause and Effect
Handwriting


March 13th is a C3 Pajama day! We have talked about this, but if your child wears PJs on Friday please make sure they are clean. We had a health lesson on keeping our bodies and clothes clean on Monday.

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Finish math from class---most kids finished
Reading Sheet

Conference slips are going home today. Please sign and return ASAP.

Monday, March 09, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Fraction Math sheet
Practice spelling--- new words posted on blog

Book Fair:

The Book Fair has been extended to March 10th. One more day to buy quality books for your student. You can also donate a book to our class by looking at the teacher wish list.

Clarification:
I just want to make sure that everyone knows we do have school March 18th. No school the 19 and 20. Spring break is from March 23-27. All student return March 30th!

Thursday, March 05, 2009

I am so sorry I have not posted in the last two days!! Life has been busy with getting ready for report cards.

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Math sheet
Scholastic News page 8


Book Fair:

Tonight is the last night the Book Fair is open in the evening from 6:00-8:00. Come buy some great books for your kids. You are also able to donate books to our class. Check out the teacher wish list.

Important dates in March:

March 6—No School, grading day
March 13—C3 Pajama day
March 18-19 --- Conferences (there is school on the 18th).
March 23-27 – Spring Break
March 30th – Back to school!

Monday, March 02, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Math sheet
Practice Spelling words—Test on Thursday March 5th!

Book Fair/ Young Authors Night:
The Book Fair is in full swing! Remember that tomorrow night from 5:30-7:30 you can go to the Book Fair and shop for great books for your student, and see their writing as well. They have all worked very hard on their writing and are very proud. Come see their work.

*Don’t forget, you can also buy books for our classroom too. Just check the teacher wish list at the Book Fair!

C-3 Happenings:
Mrs. Tucker is doing a great job with the class. I have had the pleasure of being in the room, getting other work done, while watching her teach. Last week they made ice cream in science while learning about the 3 states of matter. Ask your student if they can tell you the three states of Matter.

She is also taking them through the Oregon Trail. Mrs. Tucker is using real situations that could happen on the Oregon Trail to help the kids experience life on the trail.


I will post Read In pictures later tonight!

Friday, February 27, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes

Book Fair/Young Authors night information:

The book fair is from March 2-9th 8:30-9:15 am and 3:00-4:00 pm
Here is the evening schedule for the book fair:
March 3rd 5:30-7:30 pm. March 3rd is also Young Authors Night. Each teacher will display their students writing. Come and see what your student has been writing in class!
March 5th 6:00-8:00pm

Thursday, February 26, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Fraction math sheet

The Book Fair is here!!!!

The Book Fair will be here from March 2nd- March 9th. Today we went and created a wish list. Each student walked through the book fair and picked a couple books they would really like to have. Time to work hard on those chores! While kids are picking books remember to ask them if it’s a good fit book. Remind them of the 5 finger test. Teachers are also able to create a wish list. If you would like to buy a book for our classroom, look for the display of all the teachers’ names. There are pockets filled with books we would like to add to our classroom libraries.

Today corrected papers and Thursday Thoughts are going home. Be on the look out. You may want to check back packs J.

Remember:

Fourth Grade Read-In!

Mrs. Brown’s fourth graders are going to celebrate Read Across America day on Monday, March 2nd. We will be having an ALL-AFTERNOON READ-IN! The kids will get to choose their own reading material for the afternoon. To make this even MORE fun, kids are allowed to bring a comfy thing like a pillow or blanket, and munch on healthful snacks that they bring from home. I have had many wonderful read-ins with classes in previous years, and I’m sure this one will be great as well! Please contact me if you have any questions.
Mrs. Brown

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Read scholastic News complete page 8
Handwriting

It seems that homework has been thrown to the wayside. The amount of homework coming in has declined. I have even been sending less home. It is so important that students read 20 minutes each night in order to become better readers. It is also important for students to learn the responsibility of doing homework and turning it in. I always send home stuff that needs to be practiced and remembered. So its not busy work, its important work.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Math sheet
Reading sheet

Fourth Grade Read-In!

Mrs. Brown’s fourth graders are going to celebrate Read Across America day on Monday, March 2nd. We will be having an ALL-AFTERNOON READ-IN! The kids will get to choose their own reading material for the afternoon. To make this even MORE fun, kids are allowed to bring a comfy thing like a pillow or blanket, and munch on healthful snacks that they bring from home. I have had many wonderful read-ins with classes in previous years, and I’m sure this one will be great as well! Please contact me if you have any questions.
Mrs. Brown



Tomorrow is the 100th day of school. Can you believe it!! This year is flying by!

Monday, February 23, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Multiplication sheet
Create 4 fraction halves---as demonstrated in class


Pencils:
Thank you so much to the parents who brought in more borrowing pencils. I was very surprised by all the help!

Friday, February 20, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes

This week has been a little odd with many things happening. Homework will be back in full swing next week.

Today we had a spelling test. I could tell that many students did not study. Their scores were very low. I will give them another chance to practice and better their scores.

I will post a few more pictures from the science fair this weekend.

Have a great weekend!

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Science Fair

I wasn't able to get everyone, because I forgot I had my camera. Here are a few students and there Science Projects. I will try and get more pictures tomorrow.
Madelyn...is it solid or liquid?

Can Matt provide enought electricity to light the light bulb?

Will Cody be come an artist when he grows up?

GO Beavers!

Can Maddy blow the worlds largest bubble? I think she can!!

Will Haley discover a new crystal?

Will Sam find any more grammatical errors in Mrs. Brown's email?.....probably! he he he

All I have to say.... WOW!

Will Mara make balloon animals for the next birthday party?









Homework:
Read 20 minutes
practice spelling words-- test tomorrow
practice 5's flashcards--test tomorrow

Science Fair projects were great! It was so cool to see what the kids came up with and what they learned. I will post picture tonight or tomorrow night.

See you tonight at 6:00!!

Karrie

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Practice 5’s flashcards
Practice spelling
Practice Science Fair presentation

Gilbert House:
The Gilbert house is coming to Forest Ridge tomorrow night from 6:00- 7:30. This will be a fun night full of health activities! I am going to try really hard to come too. My daughter Abby will be there too. Come see us and have a fun night out with the family!

What in the World is Going on in C3?
We are learning so many things right now!

Math—Fractions
Social studies—Oregon Trail
Science—Matter
Writing—we will be doing some journal writing with our Oregon Trail unit, and doing descriptive writing
Reading—we are reading some great books on the Oregon Trail.

Science Fair:
Students will be presenting Science Fair projects from 1:30-3:00 tomorrow. If you would like to come in and watch you are welcome to!!