Friday, February 21, 2020

Feb 18-21

Math
- we spent this week developing an understanding of multiplication using an area model like the one below
Image result for decimal multiplication area model
- we practiced multiplication using strategies like the box method and the standard algorithm.

 Science
-students took notes from the textbook about 3 types of rock - Igneous, Metamorphic and Sedimentary
- I did a demonstration of the rock cycle using crayons and heat. Ask your student about it.
- We completed a virtual lab activity on the Rock Cycle (see the previous blog post for more info)

Upcomming Dates

February 25 - Stampeders #EndBullying Presentation from 9-10AM
February 26 - Pink Shirt Day
February 27 - Calgary Hitmen Be Brave hockey game
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