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Monday, January 31, 2012, is a Teacher Work Day/ Student Holiday. Students we will see you Tuesday!
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Homeroom: 01
Instructor: Kern, R   
Purpose:
We are here to have fun learning.

Vision:
We are smart, trustworthy learners with Westridge pride.

Mission:
We will work hard. We will keep our promises. We will take pride in our work.

Math-SOL 3.1
Play some fun math games that reinforce the skills we're learning about in class.  Have fun with math!
Number and Number Sense:
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SOL:
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Place Value:
3.1 Place Value Blocks Drag place value manipulatives onto the mat
3.1 Place Value Mystery Picture Match written and standard forms to reveal a picture
3.1 Toon University Place Value Golf Place value to thousands
3.1 Toon University Place Value Target Game Place value to 100 thousands
Counting & Sequencing:
3.1 Spooky Sequences by threes Find the sequence, type in the missing number
3.1 Ghost Blaster Operation Even Earn points by blasting even numbered ghosts
3.1 Ghost Blasters Operation Odd Earn points by blasting odd numbered ghosts
Videos and Podcasts
PodcastMultiplication testPosted: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 4:35 PM Discuss
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PodcastAesops FablesPosted: Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at 5:21 PM Discuss
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Class Web Pages
Class Announcements
SOL Test
Lunch Times on SOL test Days
Our lunch time will be later on SOL test days.  The lunch time for our class is 12:33-1:03.  The SOL test dates are
May 18, 21, 25th
June 1st, June 3rd.


Your child may bring a healthy snack to enjoy after each SOL test.
SOL TESTING
   The SOL test dates are rapidly approaching. Please note that there has been an addition to our schedule. Due to the length of the Reading SOL we will administer it in 2 parts. Part One will be given as scheduled on Tuesday, May 18th. Part Two will be given Friday, 21st. Please make a note of this new date on your calendar.

   It is important for your child to get a good night sleep and eat a healthy, protein rich breakfast. While we want your children to take the testing seriously, we do not want to inflict any undue anxiety. Therefore, we will be maintaining our routines and structures in class on the mornings of the test. Now is not the time to introduce any new routine, activity, or excitment into the classroom!

   When our testing is complete for the day we will have a longer recess to allow the children to relax and blow off a little steam. If you would like to provide a small, healthy celebratory treat to be enjoyed outdoors when we are finished with the exam please let me know.

Thank you!!
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SOL Test Dates
SOL's are coming!  Check out the SOL link at the bottom of our webpage for online sol tests.  Please try to plan doctor appointments around these dates.  More information will be coming soon!

Reading: Part 1:May 18   Part 2: May 21st
Social Studies: May 25
Math:  June 1
Science June 3
SOL Review
SOL Test Dates
Thanks so much for having your child bring in the 2-3 inch binder and the 3 hole punched white copy paper!  We are getting the binders ready for the kids to study for the SOl tests.  Here are the dates of the 4 tests that we'll be taking in 3rd grade:
Reading - May 18
Social Studies - May 25
Math - June 01
Science - June 03

I've added some online test practice sites to get ready for reading.  Please let me know if you have any questions.
Reading SOL Test Practice
 
Reading 2009
Special Jobs
A Good Night's Sleep
All about me
                                                   A Summer To Remember
Sol Review
A Summer To Remember

Reading 2008

Reading 2007

Reading 2005

Reading 2004

The Kid Who Could Play Tennis Scared Stiff Antonio and Julio That Will Teach You, Bear
Clean Your Room! Shootin' Hoops
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Science and Math
Energy
We will move on with a unit in science when we return from break.  The standards being covered are below:

3.11 The student will investigate and understand different sources of energy. Key concepts include

  • the sun’s ability to produce light and heat energy;
  • sources of energy (sunlight, water, wind);
  • fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas) and wood; and
  • renewable and nonrenewable energy resources.
Energy Study Guide

Math
We are moving on with a new unit covering fractions and decimals.  Please continue to work on multiplication facts each night at home. Our ice cream celebration will be held after our spring break.

The following items will be taught during this unit:
3.5 The student will divide regions and sets to represent a fraction; and name and write the fractions represented by a given model (area/region, length/measurement, and set). Fractions (including mixed numbers) will include halves, thirds, fourths, eighths, and tenths
3.6 The student will compare the numerical value of two fractions having like and unlike denominators, using concrete or pictorial models involving areas/regions, lengths/measurements, and sets.
3.7 The student will read and write decimals expressed as tenths and hundredths, using concrete materials and models.

Fractions & Decimals:
3.5 Fraction Flags Practice painting creative flags while learning about halves and quarters
3.5 Match fractions Match fractions and beat the clock!
3.5 Fraction Word Problems Practice word problems
3.5 Fraction Practice Review questions for test
3.6 Fraction Junction Choose the larger fraction - several levels of like and unlike denominators
3.7 The Decimal Detectives Finding the crook among the suspects while locating the decimal address
3.5 Kids Online Fractions A lesson and activities about fractions, equivalent fractions, reducing fractions and more

3.9 Timed Fact Practice Choose the operation and the amount of time you'd like to play
3.9 Math Fact Practice Timed fact practice.  This one is my favorite!!
3.24 Number Patterns Match patterns to a set of numbers
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Multiplication Ice Cream Party
On April 16 we will be having our Multiplication Ice Cream Party. Be sure to have all your facts memorized so you can have all the toppings.

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DC Trip
Remember April 21 is our DC trip. Remember to arrive by 8:15 am. Where comfortable shoes and you orange Make a Difference shirt.
Social Studies/Science
We will have a Social Studies test on Government on Friday, September 25. Your child should have brought home a study guide. Starting next week we will begin our Science unit on the Scientific Process and Matter.

Back to School Night
Back to School Night is September 24 from 7:00- 8:30 pm. I hope to see you all there!
Monthly Reading Log
Our class has a monthly reading log!  Your child is responsible for writing the Title and Date each time he or she reads.  September's reading log is due October 1st.  The reading log for September is on yellow paper and directions are at the top. The best place to keep your reading log is in your take home folder or staple it to the front or back of your agenda. Please turn in your reading log by the 1st of October for a letter grade in reading.
Discussion Topics
Podcast Multiplication test Posted: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 4:35 PM Discuss
Podcast Aesops Fables Posted: Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at 5:21 PM Discuss
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