Friday, November 22, 2013

We're Thankful


We're so thankful for each and everyone of the learners that you share with us on a daily basis.
Our wish is for you to have an amazing week enjoying that much needed time with your families.
Be safe, be thankful, be happy!
We'll see you Monday, Dec 2nd!!

With much gratitude,
Jennifer Clark, Sarah Jackson & Jami Clifford

Practicing Fractions with Hershey Bars

Thought you might enjoy this fun way to reinforce what we've been learning in math.  It is a great activity that can be done independently or with others over the break.  Have fun!!!
 
Before you open the candy bar estimate how many pieces it is divided into.
Estimate: ____________________Actual _______________________How many rows? _____________How many columns? _________What addition or multiplication problem do you see using the above information? Write the problem and a picture below.

Break off the first column of the candy bar. How many pieces did you take? ______________________
What fraction of the candy bar did you take? ____________If we use each column to stand for one so that the candy bar has 4 sections, and we take one section, what fraction do you take? _____________Break off another column. How many pieces have you taken all together? ____________What fractions of the candy bar is gone? ________________Can you think of a different way to say that? ________________ * Hint: Look at the two piles.Break off another column. How many pieces have you taken all together? ______________What fractions of the candy bar is gone? ______________________Put all the pieces together in a pile. Discuss how you will share the candy so that each person has the same amount. Write your explanation down using pictures if necessary.

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Think Through Math



Parents, we would like all math students to be on www.thinkthroughmath.com completing at least two lesson per week. This is in addition to any normal math homework.

All students received their log in info. months ago.

This is a great website for practicing the math skills we are learning in class.

Thank you for your support!


The Fifth Grade Team

P.S.

The student's user name is there 6 digit school id # and their last name in lower case.
The student's password is their full birth date. January (01) 25th, 2005


example: user name: 123456clifford

              password 01252005



Tuesday, November 19, 2013

This Week's Homework




Good morning!  Our homework assignments for the week are:

Math:  1/2 sheet - Cluster 2 -Week 4 - Fractions - Due Friday, Nov. 22 ; practice math facts nightly

Reading:  nightly reading, and read the passage: The New Nation: 1783-1800 - Due Friday, Nov. 22 

Science - CBA 3 will be on Thursday.  Students will bring home their journals to study on Wednesday

5th Grade Angels

November 2013


Dear Parents,
It is the time of year when the spirit of the holidays fills us with joy! We want
to spread that feeling to families in Frisco who need help insuring the holidays are
memorable and filled with wonder for their children.
Your child’s class is participating in a service project to sponsor an “Angel”
during this holiday season. “Angels” are less fortunate children in this community.
These families and children will have a joyful and memorable holiday season with
your help and generosity. Attached is information about the Angel(s) that has
been adopted by your child’s class, including clothing sizes, needs, and wishes.
If you would like to participate, please choose an item of need or a wish that
the “angel” has listed or contact your child’s teacher to help coordinate gifts
for your class angel.
 Please send your donations to school with your child:
1. Un-Wrapped (we understand the kids like to wrap the gifts, but we are limited on space and usually
un-wrapped gifts take less room. The angel family will take great joy in wrapping the gifts donated.)
2. IN A BAG LABELED WITH THE ANGEL NUMBER
3. If you are buying for more than one angel, please send in separate bags, with angel
number on each bag/gift
4. If you would like to donate wrapping paper, please send a roll with your gifts


Your child will take the gift to his/her classroom. Please send all gifts by__Monday,
December 2nd ___________________. All items donated will be distributed to families
on December 18, 2013 and December 19, 2013.

If you, your family, your work, or an organization would like information on adopting
angels or volunteering, please go the Small World website, www.swcharity.org or
contact Randi Baker at davisran@friscoisd.org or 469-633-6861.

The holidays are often a time to remember our blessings and to help others in need. Thank you for
helping others to enjoy the holidays with a sense of spirit and cheer!

ROBERTSON FIFTH GRADE ANGEL #111---248
Angel # 111---248

Age: 9 Gender: Female
Sponsor: Robertson


Pants: 10 CH-child husky Shirt: M CH-child husky
Shoe: 2.5 Coat: 10 CH-child husky
Underwear: 8

 Need: Pants, shoes, shirts, shorts, socks, underwear, a coat.


 Wish: Hello Kitty bike, hair accessories.

 Notes:
Please send unwrapped gifts in a bag with the ANGEL NUMBER on the bag.

Thank you for making the difference in the life of
A child, during the holiday season.

Please contact Randi Davis-Baker for more information or if you would like to volunteer.
bakerma@friscoisd.org 469-633-6861

ROBERTSON FIFTH GRADE ANGEL # 142---312
Angel # 142---312

Age: 11 Gender: Male
Sponsor: Robertson


Pants: 10 C-child Shirt: S C-child
Shoe: 4 Coat: M C-child
Underwear: S

 Need: jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, socks, sneakers, coat


 Wish: Nintendo DS, learneing games, books

 Notes:
Please send unwrapped gifts in a bag with the ANGEL NUMBER on the bag.

Thank you for making the difference in the life of
A child, during the holiday season.

Please contact Randi Davis-Baker for more information or if you would like to volunteer.
bakerma@friscoisd.org 469-633-6861

ROBERTSON SCHOOL ANGEL # 1---1

Angel # 1---1

Age: 14 Gender: Male
Sponsor: Robertson


Pants: 30 CS-child slim Shirt: M CS-child slim
Shoe: 9 Coat: M CS-child slim
Underwear: boxer medium

 Need: Clothes, shoes, black backpack, underware, socks, pj's


 Wish: Blue bike,sweters

 Notes:
Please send unwrapped gifts in a bag with the ANGEL NUMBER on the bag.

Thank you for making the difference in the life of
A child, during the holiday season.

Please contact Randi Davis-Baker for more information or if you would like to volunteer.
bakerma@friscoisd.org 469-633-6861

Monday, November 18, 2013

Questions about Math?

Here's an informative link:



Fraction Help on the Ipad


Just wanted to share this great app with you.  Add it to your ipad to help the kids with adding and subtracting fractions.


We'll be having an assessment on adding and subtracting fractions this Friday so any extra help would really benefit our learners!

Smiles!