Our next unit of study will be "Oregon!" We will trace Oregon's timeline from the very first settlers to present day (picking up where we left off in our study of "Westward Movement"). We will explore Oregon's geography and climate, studying each region's boundaries, formations and natural wonders. We will examine the structure of Oregon's government, the rights of citizens and the passage of laws. We will study Oregon's unique culture and create our own versions of "typical" Oregonians. We will memorize and understand the emblematic importance of the state symbols. We will choose an Oregon business as well as a notable Oregonian to explore in depth. And all of this, in the 20 or so days left of school! Please enjoy and explore the video and websites below (more to be added). Many of them will be used for research in class as well.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Sexton Mountain Elementary - Fireworks - April 2011
This is a video of our fourth grade students' rendition of Katy Perry's, "Firework"at our April PBIS assembly. Over the previous couple weeks we rehearsed in class and discussed the lyrics in great detail. We believe this is a song with a very powerful message: don't let others bring you down, believe in yourself and your uniqueness, and you'll be capable of amazing things.
I am so very proud of all our fourth graders' bravery in performing in front of the whole school and not being afraid to be themselves. You are all special, unique, and spectacular!
Monday, May 2, 2011
Earth Day - April 22
With the help of parent volunteers and some generous donations we were able to give back to the earth on Earth Day by tending, weeding, and planting in our garden. Our herbs and veggies are thriving. Our flowers are blooming bright. Spring is in the air. Or, is that our compost? Great job out there fourth graders!
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Original Legends
These are examples of original legends the students wrote based on our study of Native American cultures, myths, and legends.
Novel Studies
These are some final product examples of the novel studies students completed about a month ago. They're hanging in the hallway outside the staff lounge.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Literacy Night - April 14 @ 6:30-7:30
As you know our school has been reading The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane to promote reading at home through our One School, One Book program. This is our fourth year in a row doing this activity. Each year the program culminates in a celebration of the book and reading in general at the Sexton Mountain Literacy Night. Our literacy night this year is scheduled for next Thursday, April 14th from 6:30PM-8:30PM. The whole family is invited and encouraged to attend this event. Of course, it helps to have read the book either individually or with the family. There will be various literacy and art activities lead by teachers around the school.
Our fourth grade team will be leading an activity in Mrs. Tanksley's called "Pudding" Emotion into Poetry. In this activity students and parents will be able to recall the gambit of emotions portrayed in the book and then write an "emotion" poem using strong sensory words. They will then top it off by finger painting a rabbit to accompany their poem.
If you would like to donate to charity, our school is collecting NEW stuffed rabbits on literacy night to be donated. We will also be collecting the books if your family no longer has a use for it, so it can be reused by less fortunate schools in our district.
Lastly, we will have a "professional" life sized Edward Tulane at literacy night for pictures. So, bring your cameras if it strikes your fancy.
*Photos of recent student work will be posted on our blog shortly.
Friday, April 1, 2011
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