Reading

On Monday we will begin a new unit for the book "The Sign of the Beaver." It usually takes about 6 weeks to complete.

Math Test

Students were given a review packet for chapter 3 today. The review is due on Monday. We will go over it in class on Monday and the test for chapter 3 will be given on Tuesday. The test has a few concepts that are NOT found on the study guide. The test also includes order of operations and prime factorization.

Thanksgiving Homework

On Monday I will be giving each child a "Thanksgiving Journal." For one week, I would like them to write in it at the end of the day at least one thing they were thankful for that particular day. These will be due on Wed., Dec. 1 when we return to school.

Eloquence Day

The annual fifth grade eloquence day will be on Friday, December 17. A note was sent home about it on December 5. Please know that students are expected to dress up for this occasion! We will be talking about manners and then have an opportunity to eat a special lunch together. Each child is asked not to order hot lunch, but to pay $5.00 to cover the cost of the meal. If this is a problem for you, please feel free to contact me.

Spelling

This week has been rather busy and unfortunately we were unable to complete our spelling lesson. We will continue to work with lesson 9 next week.

Veteran's Day

Thursday, November 11 is Veteran's Day. Please come to school decked out in your red, white, and blue as we learn about and celebrate this special day. You may also bring your "bells and whistles" for a special activity that will happen at 11:11!

Spelling City

I am excited to introduce you to a web site I have been working with. It is called "Spelling City." You can log into it by clicking on the spelling link on my blog. Once you are there, click on "students" and then "find a list." In the "search" section, click on "teacher" and then type in "Maxson." You should find Robin Maxson listed with Hamilton Elementary. Once you click on that, the lists that I have available for you should appear. This week we will be working with lesson 8. You can practice your spelling words and play games too! Enjoy!