Fall break is here, and third graders are off enjoying a well-deserved week off! This past week in third grade, students wrapped up their study of Unit 2 in Bridges in Mathematics, engaged in main idea vs. theme discussions, and created fall-themed poetry pumpkins. Main idea is a concept third graders studied in depth last week with both fiction and non-fiction text. This week, students were focused on differentiating between theme (the moral/lesson of a story) and main idea (what the story is mostly about). Third graders explored a variety of texts, including Neville, The Coal Thief, and "Kevin & Daisy" (a Storyworks Jr. article). We participated in a variety of theme-centered conversations both as a class and in small groups. Witnessing third graders voice their opinions when it comes to the moral and lesson is truly impressive. Students are able to determine complex, underlying meaning and discuss their thoughts on abstract topics. Way to go third graders! In writing, we continued our focus on theme by writing fall-themed poetry! Third graders wrote verses centered on the sights, smells, and overall feeling of the autumn season. Third graders then typed their verses in a Google Doc template, cut them out, and bound them together to make their own pumpkin poems! This week served as a great wrap up to a successful first trimester in third grade. When we return, report cards will be going home on Friday, November 3rd. Conferences will also begin. Until then, have a wonderful break! :) Business:
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Mrs. Minatta is a third grade teacher at Cottonwood Creek Elementary. See and read all about what third graders are up to throughout the school year! Archives
March 2021
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