This week in French Language Arts, students are now learning how to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense. We have started with verbs ending in -er (for example aimer et jouer). Next will be -ir verbs (for example finir, courir, choisir), followed by -re verbs (for example, rire, vendre, prendre). Students will learn to apply these verb endings depending on the subject of the sentence. Practice will take place in their journals, when writing stories and in January when we will begin writing letters to pen pals at École Doncaster School. Students are continuing to read often, sometimes up to 3 times per day. Today they read to their little buddies and all participated in small guided reading groups. In guided reading we focused on using picture clues to de-code unknown words. We are also looking for verb conjugations and their endings. Students are encouraged to do the same with their at-home reading selections.
In grade 3 English Language Arts, students are learning about common and proper nouns. Next will be plural nouns. In grade 2 Math, students are continuing the same concepts as last week and also learning to count money. In grade 3 Math, students are beginning to learn the concept of multiplication as repeated addition (the relationship between 2+ 2+ 2= 6, 3+ 3= 6, 2 × 3 = 6, 3 ×2 = 6). They are also writing equations based on pictures, for example 3 groups of two equals 3 × 2 = 6.
In Science this week, students are predicting and examining the difference in texture, taste, colour and smell of raw and cooked carrots. By using their 5 senses, students will record their observations. In PE this week, students are walking and swimming. We will also continue to build on our ball handling skills by learning to use a basketball and learning to play team sports. In Visual Art last week we made beautiful snowflakes, which are now posted in the windows. On Friday, we will be making Angels with craft materials provide by the grassroots organization; African Aids Angels. Students will learn about the lives of children living in orphanages, and how the money they are donating will help to buy food, clothing and school supplies. Each student will dedicate their Angel to an African child and will keep it as a reminder of their generous support.
Have a wonderful week,
Mme Garcin