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Tis the Season for Learning!

What a busy, festive week!  3rd graders enjoyed our field trip to the Long Center for The Nutcracker and graciously posed for a few photos:




In science, we finished our class science project notebooks and all students took home this example of a quality science fair notebook.  Each science fair participant also brought home a suggested timeline for managing this project at home, so please ask your scientist about this important tool.  We are excited about your student's ownership of his or her science fair project, and have heard fabulous testable questions and experiment plans.  We've also been herpetologists at work, learning all about our visiting leopard gecko.

In math, we've enjoyed conversations about the SBLC economy as we prepare for the first store next week. Students designed currency that reflected SBLC values and our outer space theme, then cast an electronic ballot to vote for their favorite in each denomination. They also calculated the total number of dollars they earned through the first 18 weeks of school and are eager to become consumers who make thoughtful spending decisions. Here's a picture of a few voters at work:



This week in ELA, we have been authentic letter writing, analyzing a variety of complex sentences, drafting well developed expository essays, and analyzing nonfiction signposts. We have paused in I am Malala until January, when we get back to a more "normal" schedule.  Readers continue to pursue challenge as we apply our lessons to our own independent books and writing.

In Social Studies, we continue with those critical thinking process TEKS in thinking about sources, perspectives, and considering the version of facts we are reading. Our historians are becoming wise questioners, looking for perspective and author's purpose in their documentation.

We've also been hardworking little elves this week, enjoying the spirit of creating something special to give away this season.

Remember, our winter party is Monday, and thanks in advance for all the time and donations that you are doing to create a memorable event for the kids. Pajama day is Tuesday too! We are looking forward to getting cozy!

Have a fabulous weekend!


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