November 3 - 7

Learning Intentions:

Grade 3: 

- I can analyze bases and affixes for meaning.

Grade 4: 

- I can examine morphemes in words to determine meaning.

We started morphology lessons this week by exploring the prefixes: dis-, non-, in- and re-. Students learned how prefixes change the meaning of the base word and explore differnet examples and came up with our own sentences.

Learning Intentions:

Grade 3: 

- I can add numbers up to 1000 using mental math strategies.

Grade 4: 

- I can add numbers up to 10 000 using mental math strategies.

We began our addition unit by exploring some mental Math strategies to build fluency in Math. Students used whiteboards, hundreds charts, and number lines to practice breaking down numbers into friendlier, more manageable parts when adding multidigit numbers. These strategies included counting on, making tens, doubling, and breaking into place values.

Learning Intentions:

Grade 3: 

- I can identify local First Nations languages.

- I can explore stories about symbols of diverse communities in Alberta.

- I can investigate oral traditions that have been shared over time.

- I can investigate words or phrases applied creatively in poetry.

Grade 4: 

- I can discuss ways relationships were built between First Nations and Europeans.

- I can describe connections to time and people revealed through oral traditions.

- I examine how poetic structure contributes to creative expression of ideas.

This week, we spent some time discussing the historical significance of Remembrance Day. In particular, we explored the role of Cree Code Talkers in WWII and how their legacy has been largely unknown. Students examined the role of Code Talkers by investigating how the Cree language was used in clever ways to represent English words. For example sakimes (mosquito) and pahkitewaciy (explosion) together meant mosquito bomber. Additionally, we read a poem written by a descendant of Code Talkers that discussed his relatives' experiences giving up their status in order to enlist. The deeply touching poem served as inspiration for students to create their own acrostic poems about Cree Code Talkers.

Reminders:

• Fall Break next week - classes resume on Thursday, November 13th.

• Please return swimming forms by the end of next week. If your child does not wish to participate, contact me to arrange an alternative activity.

• Please remind your student to return their library books prior to Thursday every week. We have a few overdue books that Mrs. Bouchard would like back ASAP. 

Enjoy the Fall Break!