It has been a roller coaster of a week weather-wise. Despite the snow and rain, third graders managed to keep things right on track! This week, students worked on wrapping up a variety of projects in preparation for our last week of school (so crazy!). Third graders put the final touches on their poetry portfolios, wrapped up our last math unit of the year, and even helped pack up our science kits. Writing and reading this week centered on finishing up some lingering assignments and putting together poetry portfolios. In the past couple of weeks, third graders have studied a variety of literary devices like: simile, metaphor, alliteration, and personification. They have written poems ranging from acrostics to rhymes, and although I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again… They are SO creative! It has been an absolute pleasure reading student work and getting a glimpse into the minds of third graders. Look for those coming home next week! Third graders also wrapped up their study of Bridges Unit 7: Extending Multiplication and Fractions. This week, our focus was on comparing unit fractions and better understanding concepts of equivalency and simplification. Later in the week, third graders had a chance to play some fraction games on the Chromebooks. They loved them so much, that they’re now a permanent part of the “Student Resources” tab above! In the spirit of tying up loose ends, we also concluded our study of Matter & Energy this week with a discussion and reading about renewable vs. unrenewable energy sources. Third graders learned about fossil fuels, wind turbines and solar energy. We then switched gears and began learning about government, specifically its role in maintaining functioning communities. This upcoming Tuesday, May 23rd, is Field Day at Cottonwood Creek! 3rd graders will be participating in a variety of outdoor activities, including swimming at the Cherry Creek Vista Pool. To be allowed to swim, students MUST have turned in their permission form to me (emailed and sent home in a paper copy version). 3rd grade will be the first group to swim, so students should come to school with their swimsuit on underneath their clothes. The following is a list of things students should have/bring for optimal fun and comfort on Tuesday:
The cafeteria will be serving lunch on Tuesday, so students need not bring a lunch. FYI: Friday, May 26th, is a half day. Students will be released at 12:00pm. Please email me with any questions! Have a lovely weekend. Comments are closed.
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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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