1. Please check you child's backpack today for copies of their latest spelling test and math quiz.
2. Our spelling list this week focuses on the Long o sound:
Spelling List Unit #7
November 14th- 18th
Long o – o_e , oa and ow
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Unit 7 List
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Challenge
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rode
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compass
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throat
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campground
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rope
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stow
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said*
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known
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know*
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rowboat
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boats
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loneliness
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blow
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robotic
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alone
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hopeless
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own
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zone
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closed
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opening
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*Frequently misspelled
3. In mathematics this week we are continuing to work on strategies for subtraction. We are using both estimation strategies and tools for finding the exact answer when subtracting three digit numbers. For those of you who are practicing at home, these are Lessons 8-10 (Unit 2) here: http://www.sacredheartacademy.ca/documents/general/math%20makes%20sense%20homework%20book.pdf
4. In Language Arts, students are practicing using the elaborative detail writing strategies using a topic of their own choosing. Each student has chosen either a character, setting or object to describe in a detailed paragraph. Students will then chose one of their past four pieces of writing to revise, edit and submit for marking.
5. In Social Studies, we are beginning to explore the history of the First Nations people in Alberta and are examining how basic needs were met in the different geographical regions of our province.
6. In Science, students are completing their non-fiction book about a plant of their choosing. You can have them log into their Google Doc account to see their slide.
7. Halloween will be celebrated the afternoon of October 31st here at Chaparral School. Students are invited to wear their costumes after lunch that day and will participate in a "Halloween Howler" event combining Music and Physical Education activities. We will also have our annual costume parade at the end of the day. We ask that Halloween candy please remain at home during and after the day and that students do not bring weapons or masks to wear.