Tuesday, March 19th, 2013

Reminders

- Assignments and tests are below for the Month of March note math test needed to be changed to Wednesday March, 27.
- Easter Food Drive please bring in canned good to help support those in our community
- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments
-Please see below regarding the Fully Alive program overview for unit 3


Homework

Grade 5

Grade 6

Language Creative Writing - Riddles done in class Reading - Nelson Literacy 5b read pg. Novel Study - Grammar - Mathematics Know Multiplication Facts 8 Textbook- pgs. Workbook- Worksheet - lattice multiplication use youtube for supporting students if needed - complete all Science Study Notes see below Nelson 5b pages 119-120 create an information billboard about plastic facts Social Studies Health Religion/Family Life Art Upcoming assignments Creative Writing -Riddles presented on Thursday March 21 Upcoming tests -Science Test Unit on Matter Monday March 25 Science Unit: Matter Study Notes Please know the following for the test… Identify 5 solids, 5 liquids, and 3 gases Explain matter, its different states and what they mean. Identify seven different physical properties of matter. Identify the changes of states of matter. What is a reversible and non-reversible changes? How is matter measured? What are gumballs made of? * Test will be short answers with diagrams that need to be labelled. * The question worth/mark(s) will determine how much information needs to write within your answer. For example, if question #1 is worth 3 marks, then you must include three different ideas related to the question. Study process… Review information above and find the information in your notes or text Use page numbers and dates to guide you in finding the information above Write notes in your own words and on a separate sheet of paper titled study notes in order for you to better understand the ideas being tested and to have all the information on one or two sheets of paper Review your study notes daily Test yourself by writing possible questions based on your study notes Find the answers and write them out beside the questions Have someone question you with the questions you’ve provided them Answer questions both orally and in the written form, writing out the answers will help students who sometimes freeze up during test time so the extra practise will benefit you The night before the test review everything a few times During the test take your time and read every question thoroughly providing as much information as possible Test Date: Monday March 25, 2013 -Math Test Unit 6 Multiplication and Division Wednesday March 27th Upcoming Events Fully Alive, Theme 3 Dear Family, We are ready to begin Theme Three of Fully Alive, our family life program. Because the partnership of home, church, and school is so important, this letter is written to let you know what we talk about in class, and to offer some ideas for your involvement. For more information, please go to www.occb.on.ca. About Theme Three Theme Three of Fully Alive is called “Created Sexual: Male and Female.” God made us male and female, and all of God’s creation is good. In earlier grades, this theme was presented through a continuing story, which emphasized God’s plan for new life as the result of the love of mothers and fathers. In later grades, the message is unchanged, but the approach is more direct. As students enter puberty, they need to know about the changes they will experience, and about the responsibilities of being created male and female and following God’s plan for them. In Theme Three we will: • explore the idea that we do not have bodies, we are bodies; God created us as body/spirit persons. • consider the major systems of the body, and learn that the reproductive system has unique characteristics. • learn about the adult female and male reproductive systems and about human fertility in adult women and men. • discuss the physical changes of puberty, as well as some of the emotional and social changes. Looking Ahead New terms in Grade 5 that are related to the female reproductive system and have not appeared previously in the student book are vulva, cervix, ovaries, and fallopian tubes. New terms related to the male reproductive system are urethra, scrotum, testicles, and vas deferens. The only new term related to female fertility is menstruation, and new terms related to male fertility are semen, ejaculation, and erection. Other new terms introduced in Grade 5 are fertilization, and implantation. In Grade 6, the students review what they have learned about the changes of puberty, and study the development of a new human life from conception and implantation through the three trimesters of pregnancy. Working together at school and at home • At school, the students will be completing several sheets about the adult reproductive systems, human fertility, and the changes of puberty, and will bring these sheets home. One section of these sheets asks the students to list any questions they still have about these topics. Be sure to ask your child about the questions he or she may have. Some children are not comfortable asking questions in front of other students, and prefer to ask at home. You will find detailed information about the topics in this theme in the Online Family Edition of Fully Alive (www.occb.on.ca). • Girls need to know about changes of puberty and be prepared well in advance of the beginning of menstruation. Again, you will find helpful information in the Online Family Edition of Fully Alive. You should also be aware that girls who develop early often experience teasing by peers. It is difficult to be among the first people going through the changes of puberty, and equally difficult to be among the last. Understanding parents cannot take away these difficulties, but can help ease the situation by their tact and patience. • At school, the students will be discussing modesty and the importance of respect for the gift of sexuality by the way they speak, dress, and act. Unfortunately, they are also exposed to many examples of disrespect for sexuality, especially in the media. When the opportunity comes up, such as watching together television programs and commercials, it’s important to discuss this issue with your child, and emphasize the need for respect for oneself as a girl or boy, and for others. Teachers: Ms. Graham & Ms. Bucci Date: March 18, 2013.

Language Creative Writing - Reading - Novel Study - Grammar- Mathematics Textbook- pgs. Workbook- pg. Worksheet - Science Study Notes see below Nelson 6b pages 119-121 create an information billboard  about how birds fly  Social Studies Health Religion/Family Life Art Upcoming assignments Upcoming tests -Science Test Unit Flight on Monday March 25 Science Unit: Flight Study Notes Please know the following for the test… Identify 3 famous firsts in flights and what did they achieve What's needed to take flight? How can something fly? Explain how a hot air balloon works? Identify the Wright brothers interest in flight? Why do birds fly? * Test will be short answers * The question worth/mark(s) will determine how much information needs to write within your answer.For example, if question #1 is worth 3 marks, then you must include three different ideas related to the question. Study process… Review information above and find the information in your notes or text Use page numbers and dates to guide you in finding the information above Write notes in your own words and on a separate sheet of paper titled study notes in order for you to better understand the ideas being tested and to have all the information on one or two sheets of paper Review your study notes daily Test yourself by writing possible questions based on your study notes Find the answers and write them out beside the questions Have someone question you with the questions you’ve provided them Answer questions both orally and in the written form, writing out the answers will help students who sometimes freeze up during test time so the extra practise will benefit you The night before the test review everything a few times During the test take your time and read every question thoroughly providing as much information as possible Test Date:Monday March 25, 2013 Upcoming Events Fully Alive, Theme 3 Dear Family, We are ready to begin Theme Three of Fully Alive, our Family Life program. Because the partnership of home, church, and school is so important, this letter is written to let you know what we talk about in class and to offer some ideas for your involvement. For more information, please go to www.acbo.on.ca. About Theme Three Theme Three of Fully Alive is called “Created Sexual: Male and Female.” God made us male and female, and all of God’s creation is good. In earlier grades, this theme was presented through a continuing story that emphasized God’s plan for new life as the result of the love of mothers and fathers. In later grades, the message is unchanged, but the approach is more direct. As students enter puberty, they need to know about the changes they will experience and about the responsibilities of being created male and female and following God’s plan for them. In Theme Three we will • explore some of the ways in which we learn about sexuality and develop our ideas about what it means to be male or female. • review the main features of adult female and male fertility. • learn about the first minutes and days of a new human life, the development of the new life during each trimester of a pregnancy, and the baby’s birth. • discuss some physical, emotional, and social changes related to puberty. • examine how both heredity and environment influence our development as persons, and learn about the choices we can make as we develop. Looking Ahead The only new term in Grade 6 related to the male and female reproductive system and fertility is menopause. Other new terms related to fetal development, pregnancy, and birth include nucleus, membrane, DNA, chromosome, gene, zygote, embryo, fetus, trimester, and labour. These terms are used to explain the process through which two life-giving cells, the sperm and ovum, unite and exchange genetic information, the development of new life during nine months of pregnancy, and the birth of the baby. This theme also introduces in a more direct way our calling to be loving and life-giving according to our state of life. Only married people are meant to express their sexuality in an intimate physical relationship. Attraction between the sexes, which begins at puberty and for many people leads to marriage, is also discussed briefly at this grade level. These are topics that are developed more fully in Grades 7 and 8. Working together at school and at home • At school, the students will be completing and bringing home several sheets about human fertility, the development of a new life in the uterus, and the changes of puberty. On some of these sheets, there is a section for any questions the students still have about these topics. Be sure to ask your child about questions he or she may have. Some children are uncomfortable asking questions at school and prefer to ask at home. You will find detailed information about the topics in this theme in the Online Family Edition of Fully Alive (www.acbo.on.ca). • The students will be discussing some important ideas about sexuality, which you may want to find an opportunity to discuss with your child. These ideas include: sexuality is not just about bodies or body parts, but also about persons who are created by God as males and females. A Christian view of sexuality is that men and women are meant to respect and support each other, not use each other in casual sexual relationships. • Media are a significant influence on growing children’s understanding of sexuality. Many parents find it helpful to join their children in watching television shows and movies and discuss the messages that are promoted about sexuality and relationships between males and females. • All children need adequate preparation for the physical changes of puberty, but they can be reluctant to discuss this. It’s often best to look for opportunities that come up naturally, rather than trying to have one long discussion. You will find detailed information about puberty in the Online Edition of Fully Alive. • We will also be discussing the emotional and social changes that come with puberty, including moodiness, irritability, a desire for more privacy, and the growing importance of friendship. It’s important to talk about some of these changes with your child and how they can be handled in a way that respects all members of the family. It’s helpful to let your child know that it takes time to adjust to a new stage of life, not just for children, but also for parents. If you have any questions or would like more information about Theme Three, please contact me. Teachers: Ms. Graham & Ms. Bucci Date: March 18, 2013.