Planting in the Garden

Fourth grade got outdoors yesterday and got down to business.  We planted cilantro and garlic in our garden beds.  YUM!  We turned the soil, measured how far about the seeds need to be planted, and how deep to plant the seeds.  FUN FUN

Separating Mixtures

We used all different tools to separate mixutres; our hands, sifter, tweezers, and even a spoon.  A mixture is two or more types of matter combined that can be easily separated.

Perimeter

Today we learned about perimeter.  Now, in third grade, the students did learn perimeter.  But it was simple, add all sides together.  In fourth grade the students will have to apply that knowledge.  Not only solve, but compare the perimeter of 2 figures.  Find the total of 2 or more figures' perimeter.  They may be given the total and asked to find the missing side.  Or, given the total and find the missing data of 2 sides.  Here is a poster we made in class today to help us remember.

Math Charts

Above are some charts that we made in class.  These posters hang on the wall as long as we are studying that particular concept.  I am posting them here in the case that your child finds them helpful while completing homework.

Our Beautiful Garden

The first week of school we went out to the garden to find 3 beautiful things.  This was definately one of them.  We will be going out to the garden more throughout the year and will keep you posted.  But, this is worth seeing.

Hot vs Cold

We observed the difference between adding color drops to a beaker full of hot water and a beaker full of cold water.  We also measured in Celcius and observed the condensation on the outside of the cold water beaker.

Progress Reports

Please remember to check Skyward for progress report on grades.  The most up to date grades will be posted this coming Friday, September, 28th.

First Week

Whew!  We had a great first week.  The students had so much to learn and they did great.  We have really raised our standards at Marshall Leadership Academy, and the students have risen to the occasion.  We did start homework this week.  Most all our students brought it back.  We also started writing in agendas and getting those signed every night.  Great job!  The most exciting thing was rewarding positive behavior and etiquite with House Tickets!  We had our first House Rally Friday afternoon and HESHIMA was the winner.  Congratualtions for earning the most house points.