**Progress Report tear-offs are due by Thursday 11-7
**November Reading Challenge Due Wednesday 11-27
 

• Spelling/Vocab Test - Thursday 11/7
• Frindle Novel Test Friday - Tuesday 11/12

Week of 11-4-19

Reading:
The students have finished the novel Frindle and are learning about the literary elements that make up plot. They will identify the elements of exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution as it relates to the novel. In addition, they will learn about theme and practice finding the theme using short passages. They will then write an essay about the theme of Frindle. 

Just a reminder: Weekly spelling and vocabulary homework is now being assigned on Mondays. Assignments will be due at the end of each week. This is in an effort to accomodate outside activties after school, and to promote time management. 

ELA: 
The students are learning about reference materials such as a dictionary, thesaurus, atlas, almanac, and encyclopedia. 

Social Studies: 
This week we will focus on geography of the early western hemisphere. The students will examine physical maps showing landforms, precipitation, climate, and plant hardiness in preparation to study the Native Americans that settled the land. 

Please remember to check Miss O'Reilly's website for important information on Math and Science! Do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns! 

Mrs. Ryan