January 3rd

Today the class practiced their speeches with partners some more. I gave them a half sheet that gives them some things that you can look for when they practice at home. We also finished watching a podcast of Andrew Clements talking about his career as an author.

Homework:

ILA: Practice speech and continue to get sheet signed. Sheet due Friday

Reading: Finish entry #3 in your Reader's Response Journal. Some students had to do two entries to get caught up.

Spelling: Study the 20 words that are stapled in agendas.

Math: Studylink 5.8-you may use calculators to find the decimals.

Other: T-shirt designs for the contest due 2-20
Valentines for veterans due Friday if you wanted to make them
12 pack soda boxes for Valentines mailboxes.