Important Dates / Information:
Feb 2 = Skating at Kinsmen Arena from 9:00 to 10:30 - return permission forms ASAP.
Feb 3 = Sound Effects story due = published!
Feb 11 - Due date for HES VIRTUAL TALENT SHOW videos to Mrs. Bain. shown to our school on Feb 25. Videos must be less than 2 minutes.
Feb 11 - HEALTH MATTERS - due today.
Feb 20 - complete heart-2-heart items
Feb 23 - Pink Shirt day = anti-bullying awareness day. WEAR A PINK SHIRT IF YOU CAN!
- heart-2-heart market - Bring money - everything sells for less than $1
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~ Epic books class code... zqs3791 EPIC BOOKS: sign-in with our class code
~ MASKS: A reminder to parents to please pack masks for your student. We would really appreciate your help with this matter! Write your name on your mask... it is helpful. Thanks.
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Learning opportunities this week...
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Language Arts -
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Writing:
We are each writing a 'Sound Effects' story... students will use the literary devices listed below in their stories for added interest and effect. Criteria has been discussed with students...
Sound Effects Story – Criteria
Name: _______________________ Story Title: _______________________________
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Criteria |
Rating Scale
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There is a clear beginning, middle, and ending of the story. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
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A ‘hook’ is used effectively at the start to capture the attention of the listeners. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
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Story has a significant, developed problem; it’s realistic and it makes sense. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
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Story flows smoothly in sequence from one idea to the next (without large story gaps). |
1 2 3 4 5 |
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Story contains some powerful vocabulary (descriptive and accurate word choices). |
1 2 3 4 5 |
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There is clear evidence of careful editing for correct spelling, punctuation, and capitals. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
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There is one (or more) accurate use(s) of personification of an object, an animal, or a concept. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
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Alliteration is used appropriately at least 2 times.
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1 2 3 4 5 |
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Hyperbole is used appropriately at least once.
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1 2 3 4 5 |
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Sound effects are used appropriately & effectively - has 8 to 10 sound effects maximum - sounds / music match the words or phrases - sound effects are spread out evenly throughout the story and not clumped together. |
1 2 3 4 5 |
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Total = ______ 50 |
We are also working daily at proper letter formation, printing, and writing complete sentences.
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~Word Work - Unit 18 will be practiced this week. Complete all your work.
- Hand-in your WW page on Fridays.
- list words will always be in the agendas.
- Unit #18 study all list
words; TEST on FRIDAY.
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Math - ... measurement - CAPACITY AND VOLUME
- division skills.
PRACTICE 3 Division games
https://www.fun4thebrain.com/g/division
ALSO, PRACTICE YOUR BASIC FACTS: Web math minute
We all have access to MATHLETICS to work at school or at home. Students will have a chance to work on the current math curricular areas in class and at home.
***Usernames
and passwords were sent home. ***
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Social - Emotional Learning - interoception
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Career Education - ... studying a potential career after a personal interests survey - present your findings on SWAY OR POWERPOINT!
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Science - Grade 4 = Matter has mass, takes up space, and can change phase.
Grade 5 = solutions and solubility
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Socials - Learning about specific Canadian First Peoples and connections to land, animals, oceans, and spirits, which continues to shape Canada’s identity.
- includes note-taking.
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Health Ed - a unit focused on nutrition, physical activity, feelings, relationships, and safety.
My Health Matters Information
~ Partner or individual activity.
~ Create a poster, a booklet, or a brochure with the following information…
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Page or Section 1 – title page called ‘Health Matters’ or a creative title like… ‘My Health Guide’
- write your name and the due date (Friday, February 11, 2022)
- write the 6 main categories as seen on page 2 of our Health Matters handout
- draw 6 different symbols representing a balanced, healthy life
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Page or Section 2 – write ‘Nutrition’ as your title
- write: “Eating the right kinds of foods is the best way to ensure your body has the vitamins and minerals it needs to help you grow and fight off illnesses.”
- make a chart or list the four food groups from the Canada Food Guide and the number of food servings you need for your age.
- draw your favorite foods from each of the four food groups.
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Page or Section 3 – write ‘Physical Activity’ as your title
- write: “Being physically active keeps your body and heart healthy. It helps prevent diseases like diabetes.”
- write the minimum amount of physical activity you should do every day
- make a list of four planned and four unplanned physical activities you can do
- draw each activity you listed.
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Page or Section 4 – write ‘Feelings’ as your title
- write: “Good thoughts and feelings help you stay healthy. When you have an optimistic point of view, you’re better able to tackle life’s problems when they come your way.”
- read page 9 and 10 in your handout and write about six ways to manage your stress and emotions
- write about how your feelings affect your relationships with others
- draw some related pictures here.
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Page or Section 5 – write ‘Relationships’ as your title
- write: “Developing healthy relationships based on trust and respect makes you feel good. Life is always better when you have friends you can count on.”
- write 5 ways to build positive relationships (see page 11, 12)
- write, in your own words, four ways to handle peer influences
- draw you and a friend doing something positive and healthy.
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Page or Section 6 - – write ‘Intellect’ as your title
- write: “Exercising your mind is just as important as keeping your body in shape.”
- write 2 sentences about how a focused, healthy mind is our goal
- make a list of four ways to sharpen your intellect
- draw small pics beside each way you listed.
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Page or Section 7 – write ‘Safety’ as your title
- write: “Making good choices that help you stay safe helps prevent dangerous and harmful situations.”
- write and/or draw how to keep care of your teeth, your skin, hands, nails, hair, and feet – (overall hygiene).
- make list four ‘street safe’ practices
- add some related drawings / images.
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Due Friday, Feb. 11, 2022
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PE - Inventive games.
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ART - HEART-2-HEART ART
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Technology Skills - on laptops - typing skills and RESEARCHING SKILLS also as GENIUS HOUR WILL BEGIN IN FEBRUARY.
Dance mat typing guide
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CONGRATS to LUKAS for earning WORKER
OF THE WEEK this week and 10 house team points! Great efforts = great results!
