Thursday, June 3, 2010

June 7-11, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math –Fractions Cont.
Science – Changing Properties of Matter Cont. (chemical and physical)
Social Studies & LA– Public Speaking and Biographies Cont.

Special Dates to Remember
June 16 – Public Holiday – No School

Homework Assignments
Monday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is Monday.

Tuesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Work on biography (see attached sheet for more details - also discussed in class)

Wednesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Work on biography (see attached sheet for more details - also discussed in class)

Thursday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Science Workbook, pg. 25

Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)

Jewish Studies for English Speakers - Morah Epstein
• Reading quizdown - the whole class passed the round!
• Parashat Hashavua and Daf Hashavui
• Review of vowels and gematria
• Started Parashat Vayeshev
• Vocabulary quiz and pesukim by heart
• Shabbat Party, including learning “Anim Zimerot”

Monday, May 17, 2010

May 17-18, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math –Weight & Perimeter
Science – Solid, Liquid & Gas
Social Studies – Public Speaking
LA – Biographies

Special Dates to Remember
May 18 – Early Dismissal (12:00 p.m.)
May 19-21 – No School

Homework Assignments
Monday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Biography Research Packet – Questions/Answers with Resources and Timeline (see attached packet for details)

Tuesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned Monday
• Biography Research Packet – Questions/Answers with Resources and Timeline (see attached packet for details). Please return your completed packet on Monday, 24, 2010.

Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)

Jewish Studies for English Speakers - May 12th - Morah Epstein
• Reviewed our pasukim
• Learned about the history of Yom Yerushalayim
• Artwork on the city of Yerushalayim
• Parashat Hashavua
• Yaacov meets his brother Esav

Hebrew as a Second Language - May 12th - Riki Oz
• Learned vocabulary to describe environment of the Kotel
• Wrote a note to put in the Kotel and sent it
• Practiced the verbs in the infinite form and in the present tense
• Used “question words” to ask and answer questions

Enjoy your short break. The Grade 3 Team

Friday, May 7, 2010

May 10-14, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math
– Capacity
Science – Matter
LA & Social Studies – Introduction to Biographies

Special Dates to Remember
May 18 – Early Dismissal (12:00 p.m.)
May 19-21 – No School


Homework Assignments
Monday

• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday.
Tuesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Prepare pantomime to be performed in class this week– read attached sheet for details.
Wednesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Using books or the Internet, complete attached Biography Organizer for the person you chose last week to research.
Thursday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Science Workbook, pg. 22.
Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)
Hebrew as a Second Language - G3 - 2/5/2010
We are learning how to use the present tense verbs correctly in a sentence and when, and also how to use the infinitive form of the verb after specific verbs. We have enlarged our vocabulary of verbs and we learned a new vocabulary connected to “Jerusalem Day.” Now we can almost have “only Hebrew” in class. We are working hard to establish this practice in our lessons.
Lehitra’ot, Riki Oz

Friday, April 30, 2010

Grade 3 Update & Homework Assignments
May 3-7, 2010

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math – Measuring in cm, m and km
Science – Weathering and erosion of land
Social Studies – Practice mapping skills using Longitude, Latitude
Language Arts – Proof reading and editing stories.

Reminder to Parents about Stanford Tests
During this week your child will be taking the Stanford Tests, Tenth Edition and the Otis Lennon School Ability Test, Eight Edition.
This week is a busy one for the children!

Grade 3 students should get approximately ten hours of sleep each night (we know this is tough, but try your best). In addition, they should come to school after a well balanced breakfast and with a fruit/vegetable snack for the mid-morning.

This week, due to the tests, the students will be given minimal homework in order for them to get plenty of rest, sleep and nourishment. Please ensure that they make a concerted effort to read each night, this will help them get in the swing of things in preparation for the sponsored read-athon that’s coming up in the weeks leading up to the next ‘Book Café’. More details to follow!

Thank you for your support.

Homework Assignments
Monday
• Read 15 minutes
• Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday.

Tuesday• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow

Wednesday• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow

Thursday• Read 15 minutes
• Science Workbook – page 35 ‘Why are rocks and soil important?’

Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)

Jewish Studies for English Speakers - Morah Epstein

• In chumash, the stories of the birth of the twelve sons of Yaacov, the brit with Lavan and Yaacov’s return to Eretz Canaan
• Rabbi Akiva and his students
• Derech Eretz
• Spelling test on the names of the Avot, Emahot and Shvatim
• Parashat Hashavua
• Reading quizdown

Thursday, April 22, 2010

April 26-30, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math
– Measuring in inches, feet, yards and miles
Science – Volcanoes and Earthquakes
Social Studies – Review Longitude, Latitude, Equator, Meridian Line
Language Arts – Creative Writing, Story Mountains
Special Note to Parents about Stanford Tests
During the week of May 3rd, your child will take the Stanford Test Series, Tenth Edition. This week, in class, students will get extra practice time and learn some test taking strategies. You may continue to go through the Parent Practice Booklet at home, time permitted.
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The week of exams, students will be given minimal homework in order for them to get plenty of rest, sleep and nourishment. Grade 3 students should get approximately ten hours of sleep each night (we know this is tough, but try your best). In addition, they should come to school after a well balanced breakfast and with a fruit/vegetable snack for the mid-morning.

Thank you for your support.
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Homework Assignments
Monday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math, Science & Social Studies, please complete pages 6, 7, 11 & 12 in your Stanford Practice Test Booklet (Attached)
• Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday.
Tuesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Language Arts, please complete pages 2, 3, 4 & 5 in your Stanford Practice Test Booklet (Attached)
Wednesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Language Arts, please complete pages 8, 9, & 10 in your Stanford Practice Test Booklet (Attached)
Thursday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Science Workbook pg. 34
Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)
Jewish Studies for English Speakers - Morah Epstein

• Had our weekly reading quizdown with four winners!
• Prepared a slide show with the Hebrew speakers about cities in Israel
• Celebrated Yom Haatzmaut
• Learned about Yaacov’s marriages to Leah and Rachel
• Weekly quiz

Friday, April 16, 2010

April 19-23, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math
– Congruency and Symmetry
Science – Water Pollution
Social Studies – Longitude, Latitude, Equator, Meridian Line
Language Arts – Apostrophes for Possession and Contractions
Special Note to Parents about Stanford Tests
During the week of April 26th, your child will take the Stanford Test Series, Tenth Edition. This week, in class, students will get some practice time and learn some test taking strategies. In addition, we are providing you with a “Preview for Parents” booklet which gives examples of the type of questions your child will be given. If you have extra time this week, you may like to look at this with your child and have them go through the booklet so they become more comfortable with the wording and types of questions.
The week of exams, students will be given minimal homework in order for them to get plenty of rest, sleep and nourishment. Grade 3 students should get approximately ten hours of sleep each night (we know this is tough, but try your best). In addition, they should come to school after a well balanced breakfast and with a fruit/vegetable snack for the mid-morning.
Thank you for your support.
Homework Assignments
Monday

• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday.
Tuesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned Thursday
• Derech Eretz Assignment (as explained in class last week – attached) due Friday
Wednesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Continue with Derech Eretz Assignment.
Thursday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Complete Derech Eretz Assignment and return tomorrow.
Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)
Jewish Studies for English Speakers - Morah Epstein
• Discussed some basic information about the Holocaust
• Had an assembly about the Holocaust
• Worked on a project about cities in Israel
• Learned about Yaacov marrying Leah and then Rachel
Hebrew as a Second Language - G3 - 4.4.2010
• We have started using the second book “Hakol Hadesh”.
• We learned the vocabulary, practiced it and will learn how to use the verbs need (צריך) and can (יכול). Have a good weekend, Riki Oz

Monday, April 12, 2010

April 12-16, 2010 Update and Homework Assignments

Welcome back! We hope everyone had a memorable holiday.
Homework Assignments

Monday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday
Tuesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned Thursday
• “Apostrophe to Show Possession” Worksheet (attached)
Wednesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• “Contraction” Worksheet (attached)
Thursday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Science Workbook, pg. 33

Friday, February 26, 2010

March 1-5, 2010 Update and Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math – Chance and Probability
Science – How is Air Used
Social Studies – Map Skills, Hong Kong Grids
Language Arts – Personal Narratives
Dates to Remember:
March 9 & 17 – No School – Parent Conferences
Homework Assignments

Monday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday
Tuesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• “Air” Reading Comprehension – Read and Answer Multiple Choice Questions (attached)
Wednesday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Science Workbook Pg. 30
Thursday
• Read 15 minutes
• Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
• Create your Own Treasure Map Using the Attached Grid/Graph Paper– Be sure to include a title, key with symbols and horizontal and vertical letters and numbers as discussed in class last week. You may use colors if you like.

Friday, February 12, 2010

February 22-26, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

Welcome Back! We hope everyone had a wonderful CNY holiday. Students are starting a new block for all subjects. Below is what we will be working on over the next few weeks.
Math
– Geometry, Measurement, Fractions & Decimals
Science – Earth’s Resources
Social Studies – Mapping Skills, World Geography
Language Arts – Narrative Writing, Debates and Public Speaking Skills
Dates to Remember:
March 9 & 17 – No School – Parent Conferences
Homework Assignments

Monday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday
Tuesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Resources Reading Comprehension – Read and Answer Multiple Choice Questions (attached)
Wednesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Finish Resources Reading Comprehension by Completing Two Questions with Written Answers (attached)
Thursday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Continent Word Search Page including filling in the blanks. Research if you do not know the answer.
Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)

Jewish Studies for English Speakers - Mora Epstein
Learning the mitzvoth of Purim
Hearing and discussing the story of the Megila
Parashat Hashavua
Shabbat Party
Started Parashat Toldot

Friday, February 5, 2010

February 8-12, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math – Pictographs
Science – The Sun’s Properties, Continued
Social Studies – Chinese Culture
Language Arts – Using Adjectives to Make Writing More Interesting
Dates to Remember:
February 15-19 – No School This Week. Enjoy the CNY Holiday!
Homework Assignments

Monday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday
Tuesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Chinese New Year Reading Comprehension (Attached)
Wednesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
China Simile Poem Worksheet (Attached)
Thursday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Science Workbook pg. 17
Have a safe and adventurous holiday!
We will see you on Monday, February 22, 2010.
Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)
Jewish Studies for English Speakers - Morah Epstein

The students have finished learning about Parashat Chayei Sarah and have shown good comprehension of the material in an oral review. They are ready to begin a new Parasha! Additionally, we will begin our study of Purim. Unbelievable, but there are only two weeks of school left before this joyous holiday. Emphasis will be on the main mitzvoth of the day, the story itself and the enjoyable customs related to Purim.
We are continuing our weekly quizzes which are written on Fridays. Also, the students have a reading log and are now to have finished four Jewish books in English or Hebrew for this part of the curriculum.
Thank you to all those parents who are learning the Daf Hashvui with their children!!
Please send in tzedaka for “Matanot L’evyonim”, the special charity collection to help those in need in Israel to also enjoy Purim. Many thanks and a Happy Purim to all.
Hebrew as a Second Language – Riki Oz
This week we read the story “Tu B’ishvat Basheleg”, we did several activities in order to check
reading comprehension, and to reinforce grammar rules.
We practiced typing in Hebrew in IT lab.
Shabat shalom,
Riki Oz

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

February 1-5, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math
– Tally Charts
Science – The Sun’s Properties
Social Studies – Giant Panda Bears
Language Arts – Matching Voice and Purpose in Writing
Date to Remember:
Thursday, February 4th – Carmel School’s Annual Dinner
Homework Assignments
Monday

Read 15 minutes
Attached Sentence Sheet on Adjectives
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Tuesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday
Wednesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Attached Activity Sheet (both sides) on Pandas
Thursday
No homework. Please get plenty of rest and eat before the Annual Dinner.
Have fun performing!
Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)
Jewish Studies for E.S. - Moreh Arie and Morah Epstein

Reading pasukim from Parashat Chayei Sarah
Discuss the way Eliezer asked Ha-shem to help him to choose Yitzchak’s wife
Vocabulary quiz
Oneg Shabbat
Tu Beshvat - songs and customs

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

January 25-29, 2010

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math – Division Unit Test
Science – Comparing the Sun, Earth and Moon Continued
Social Studies – Completing Travel Brochure
Language Arts – Studying the Art of Advertising
Date to Remember:
Monday, January 25 – Professional Development Day, No School.
Homework Assignments

Tuesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday
Wednesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Attached Reading Comprehension/Question Sheet on Pandas
Thursday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Science Worksheet – Chapter Warm-Up (attached)
Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)
Jewish Studies for E.S. and H.S. - Moreh Arie and Morah Epstein
Cooperative learning to summarize Akeidat Yitzchak
Parashat Hashavua
Parashat Chayei Sara – Machpela and Eliezer finding Rivka
Oneg Shabbat
Vocabulary quiz and/or discussion of D’var Torah about correct use of property
Hebrew as a Second Language - G3 - 20.01.2010
This week we have enriched our vocabulary with more words for Tu B’ishvat. We used the words in class, as part of discussions, we wrote sentences to use it in, and we answered written questions. We learned about the difference between “every” and “all along” (כל שנה / כל השנה). We practiced the verbs and used them in different pronouns. Next Tuesday 26.01.2010 we will have a test on the vocabulary. The students will have all the words listed, to learn at home.
Have a good week, Riki Oz

Monday, January 18, 2010

January 18-22, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math
– Division Continued
Science – Comparing the Sun, Earth and Moon Continued
Social Studies – Researching China and Hong Kong, Designing a Brochure
Language Arts – Creative Stories – “A Day on the Moon.”
Date to Remember:
Monday, January 25 – Professional Development Day, No School.
Homework Assignments

Monday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday
Tuesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Attached Reading Comprehension/Question Sheet
Wednesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Review/Test (attached) to be returned tomorrow
Attached Reading Comprehension/Question Sheet
Thursday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Science Workbook pg. 13
Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)

Hebrew as a second language - G3 - 13.1.2010
This week we have learned a new vocabulary for Tu - B’shvat. We will continue practicing the new words in many ways as a preparation for reading a new story “Tu - B’shvat Basheleg.”
We also learned and practiced the words for the Hebrew songs for the Annual Dinner.
Have a good week,
Riki Oz

Friday, January 8, 2010

January 11-15, 2010 Update & Homework Assignments

What did grade 3 students do last week?
Math – Division
Science – Comparing the Sun, Earth and Moon
Social Studies – Researching China and Hong Kong
Language Arts – Persuasive Adverts
Date to Remember:
Wednesday, January 13 - Life Education Activity Program (LEAP) for Grade 3
Homework Assignments
Monday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Complete the two “Spelling in Context” pages in your lesson for the week. If you did not complete the other pages for that lesson in class you may finish any time this week (time permitted). Spelling book may be returned tomorrow for extra house points. Keep a copy of words to study throughout this week. Test is on Monday
Tuesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Start research and brainstorming for your China or Hong Kong brochure (see instructions attached)
Wednesday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Complete research for China or Hong Kong brochure and bring your ideas, information or pictures in tomorrow.
Thursday
Read 15 minutes
Math Worksheet (assigned in class) to be returned tomorrow
Science Workbook pg. 12
Jewish and Hebrew Studies Summary of Last Week
(Please see daily planner for this week’s homework assignments)
Jewish Studies for E.S. - Mora Epstein is away to attend her grandchild’s bar mitzvah Congratulations!
G3 Hebrew as a Second Language - 6.01.10

· This week we focused on practicing the verbs that we have learned in all pronouns in present tense.
· We built up sentences and corrected them.
· We started learning a new vocabulary for a story for Tu Bishvat.
Have a good weekend, Riki Oz