Reading: In Reading this week we read a story called "Flytraps: Plants that Bite Back." The plants that we learned about are bug eating plants. We even made our own bug eating plant called a Pitcher Plant. Next week we will be reading a funny story called "Guys from Space." This story is about a boy who goes on an adventure with some men from outer space. We will then be writing our own make-believe adventure.

Math: In Math we have finished up our unit on problem solving and will now begin learning multiplication and division. It would be very helpful to start practicing multiplication flash cards with your child. The best way to do this is to start with only a few numbers at a time. For example, start with the 0's, 1's and 2's. When your child has learned these then move on to the 3's and 4's and so on. This way your child will not feel so overwhelmed learning all the numbers at once.

 Science: In Science we are beginning a unit on Llife Science. In this unit we will learn how plants and animals grow. We will also learn how plants and animals work together to survive. We will be doing many fun activities and experiments during this unit. 

Religion: We will be taking the Unit One Religion Test next week on Tuesday. Look for a study guide to come home on Friday. We will only be taking tests after each unit in religion. As we end each chapter we complete a chapter review in-class. Study Guides for Unit Tests will come home several days prior to the test date.

With the season of fall comes chilly weather. Our classroom tends to be on the cool side in the mornings. It would be a good idea to have your child keep a uniform sweater or sweatshirt in his/her locker in case the room is cool. Also, please make sure your child is coming to school with a coat each day.  Fall weather changes very quickly and I do not want to see anybody cold at recess time. Thank you.