Class update

Math -We are beginning to explore fractions, ratios, percents and rate with Mrs. Neal and with Mrs. Bonter we are moving into 3D geometry - mass, capacity, volume and surface area. As well as building and decomposing 3D shapes to discuss their relationships.

For fractions, ratios, percents and rates, the Grade 7's co-relate to Chapter 2. For 3D Geometry Grade 7's can review Chapter 10 & 11 in the Nelson student workbook. Here is the link for extra practice:
http://www.nelson.com/school/elementary/mathK8/math7/studentcentre/studtryout.html#ch2


For fractions, ratios, percents and rates, the Grade 6's will be Chapter 12 and for 3D Geometry- Chapter 11  in the Nelson workbook and the link for extra practice is below:
http://www.nelson.com/school/elementary/mathK8/math6/studentcentre/studtryout.html#ch12

Science -We are beginning new units in science this week with the Grade 6s exploring Space and the Grade 7s moving into Heat and Pure Substances and Mixtures.

Language - Students are working on their Independent Novel Studies during the month of April. Some students have made trips to the library to discuss book choices with the librarian. Students can do a book they have already read, as long as it was read during this school year. Students are provided 20 minutes of silent reading everyday and encouraged to bring their book and materials to work on their novel study. They will also be provided with an hour a week to work on their Novel Studies during Daily 5.

Health - As of today, students have started a program with Family Transition Place. Breakdown of each topic can be found in a past post on the blog. Below are the titles of each lesson:
-developing healthy relationships
-technology and mental health
-asserting yourself
-managing emotions
-personal image
-gender stereotypes
-discrimination and diversity
-values and choices

Social Studies and History/Geography - This month students have been learning about the Civil Rights Movement, as our character education theme is 'untying the knots of prejudice'. We have been discussing different heroes that broke boundaries and fought against discrimination. Through written responses, discussions, and art pieces students have been showing their interest and knowledge on the topic. Students have also been working on location, mapping and direction. They will be starting road trip assignments after INS are completed.

Gym - Students are continuing to work on ball handling skills, divide and conquer games, and strong offence and defence games.

Dance - Students are participating in Zumba classes over the next three weeks.

Art - Students just finished Anti - Prejudice Posters as well as Michelangelo pieces upside down under their desks - We will continue looking at different artists throughout history and techniques they used.