Weekly Message
Week of May 25th
Week of May 25th
Hi,
This week we will listen to a book written by a local author and one of Hodge's own grandparents... I think you will really enjoy it... it's called, 'The Official Tickler' by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour.
We will also be learning about structures with Bill Nye and research the types of structures used in our ancient civilizations with a special focus on castles ...
I have added a new reading Canadian program called Current4Kids ... it provides interesting and timely articles for kids... I have created accounts for each students, if interested please email me and I will provide all of the information...
Continuing with healthy living and germs, we will learn about face masks and coverings, and face shields... you will even get to see the ones Miss Davies has made as a fundraiser for the Norfolk SPCA, and you can design one of your own...
Please continue to forward any/all work submission you wish to share via email... if you wish for me to post it please include a statement indicating that I have your permission to do so.
Please remember that if you need anything please reach out and I will do my very best to help.
Have a great, albeit a short week.
Thinking of you,
In Partnership,
Carrie AKA Miss Davies
This week we will listen to a book written by a local author and one of Hodge's own grandparents... I think you will really enjoy it... it's called, 'The Official Tickler' by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour.
We will also be learning about structures with Bill Nye and research the types of structures used in our ancient civilizations with a special focus on castles ...
I have added a new reading Canadian program called Current4Kids ... it provides interesting and timely articles for kids... I have created accounts for each students, if interested please email me and I will provide all of the information...
Continuing with healthy living and germs, we will learn about face masks and coverings, and face shields... you will even get to see the ones Miss Davies has made as a fundraiser for the Norfolk SPCA, and you can design one of your own...
Please continue to forward any/all work submission you wish to share via email... if you wish for me to post it please include a statement indicating that I have your permission to do so.
Please remember that if you need anything please reach out and I will do my very best to help.
Have a great, albeit a short week.
Thinking of you,
In Partnership,
Carrie AKA Miss Davies
Special Recognition Calendar
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May is ALS Awareness Month and with it comes a round of support and advocacy for everyone who has received the diagnosis that is also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a devastating disease that is progressively neurodegenerative affecting nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. The disorder affects nerves and muscles, gradually impacting a person’s ability to speak, swallow, breathe, walk – every aspect of their life.
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Asian Heritage Month is an opportunity for all Canadians to learn more about the many achievements and contributions of Canadians of Asian descent who, throughout our history, have done so much to make Canada the amazing country we share today. The theme for Asian Heritage Month 2020, "Asian Canadians: United in Diversity", was inspired by the long and rich history of these Canadians who continue, even today, to enrich our country and make it a more vibrant, inclusive and compassionate society.
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Special Integrated Units
Check out these two integrated units commemorating two special events...
Check out these two integrated units commemorating two special events...
Recommendation for students in grade 4 from the Ministry regarding at-home learning is 5 hours per week focusing on language, math, science, and social studies
If it helps here is a quick outline for 5 hours or 300 minutes per week:
daily review of spelling words and exercises (see spelling section) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
daily reading - even if they are reading comics etc. they are still reading (see weekly At-home lessons for books and read alouds) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
math - review of math facts and specific areas (see weekly At-home lessons for math strands) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
science - (see weekly At-home lessons for math strands) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
social Studies - (see weekly At-home lessons for math strands) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
Anything above this is great too... I have also included Heath Living, DPA, Art, Music and Dance activities in each of the At-home lessons as well as links for extra learning opportunities including worksheets, learning videos in all of the math strands and science strands...
If it helps here is a quick outline for 5 hours or 300 minutes per week:
daily review of spelling words and exercises (see spelling section) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
daily reading - even if they are reading comics etc. they are still reading (see weekly At-home lessons for books and read alouds) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
math - review of math facts and specific areas (see weekly At-home lessons for math strands) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
science - (see weekly At-home lessons for math strands) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
social Studies - (see weekly At-home lessons for math strands) (15 mins. each day total 75 mins. per week)
Anything above this is great too... I have also included Heath Living, DPA, Art, Music and Dance activities in each of the At-home lessons as well as links for extra learning opportunities including worksheets, learning videos in all of the math strands and science strands...
Literacy and Math Calendars
I have added a new reading Canadian program called Current4Kids ... it provides interesting and timely articles for kids... I have created accounts for each students, if interested please email me and I will provide all of the information...
Online At-Home Lessons
These lessons include a variety of the subjects and topics that what I would teach the students over the course of a week or more and are also available in Brightspace. You can choose to complete what you wish...
Scaled Down Lessons
Below are links to the scaled down versions of each of the corresponding lessons listed above. You can choose to complete what you wish...
Above is a copy of the classroom header.. once you are in please go to the contents page for a list of lessons ...
** NOTE 1 - I sent an email which includes login details... if you have not received this email or any of the previous emails please check the junk folder or email me at carrie-anne.davies@granderie.ca and I will get back to you within 24 hours. You can also use my email to forward any work submissions you wish to share.
**NOTE 2 - when logging in please note that you must use the @granderie.ca that I sent you in an email in order to log in successfully... you will not gain access if it is not included as part of your user name.
** NOTE 1 - I sent an email which includes login details... if you have not received this email or any of the previous emails please check the junk folder or email me at carrie-anne.davies@granderie.ca and I will get back to you within 24 hours. You can also use my email to forward any work submissions you wish to share.
**NOTE 2 - when logging in please note that you must use the @granderie.ca that I sent you in an email in order to log in successfully... you will not gain access if it is not included as part of your user name.
During school closures due to COVID-19, your child has the opportunity to use Lexia Core5 Reading, a fun computer-based program that tailors instruction to their specific needs. The activities in Core5 support and build on English instruction and the reading curriculum, focusing on developing skills in six areas: phonological awareness, phonics, structural analysis, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
Math Games
Students have their own login and password which was provided in an email by Miss Davies...
Math Worksheets
The following are two websites that provide free worksheets for all strands of math...
Independent Study Packet
Independent study packets (ISPs) are printable booklets that contain a week's worth of learning materials across reading, writing, math, and more tailored to your child's grade level. These ISPs were designed specifically for students working at home during the COVID-19 outbreak. You can create your own account and access other grade materials if you wish...
This section provides links to a variety of different at-home learning resources including Ministry resources, Board Calendar for math and language, learning videos and worksheets (some you may need to create an account but they are free).
This section includes information to help build and foster healthy living including coping skills, drawing, breathing, and yoga.
Virtual Field Trips
Take a different virtual trip each week... record where you went, what you did, what you learned, and who in your home may have come along with you...
