Monday, October 31st to Friday, November 4th

This week we have been busy working on our first science unit, Waste and Our World. We began by focusing on the learner outcome: Identify plant and animal wastes and how they are recycled in nature. We learned about how natural waste can be broken down by mold, fungi, bacteria and earthworms. We then created an experiment asking the question, What will happen to biodegradable items that are left in soil for one month? Will all items decompose at the same rate? The students worked through the scientific process identifying variables and forming an hypothesis. Each week the students are measuring, weighing and recording their observations.

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October 3rd to October 6th

In math, our focus has been on representing and describing whole numbers up to 10 000 and ordering and comparing numbers to 10 000. The students have been engaged in a variety of learning activities including using whiteboards, math scoots and the game, Kahoot. Be sure to ask your child what was their favourite.

September 6th to September 9th

We have had a fantastic first couple weeks of learning in our grade four classrooms. Our focus has been on getting to know one another and building a positive classroom community. This connects to the our new Wellness Curriculum. Our guiding question has been: How can we develop healthy relationships that are mutually supportive? Please explore the pictures below and invite your child to share a little about the activities and their learning.

Monday, November 7th to Thursday, November 10th

This week, we looked at the meaning and importance of Remembrance Day. We discussed the impact of wars on soldiers and their families. This connected nicely to our social studies curriculum and the outcome; recognize how stories of people and events provide multiple perspectives on past events. The students created works of art connected to their learning.

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