Monday 31 March 2014

Monday March 31, 2014

Good evening ladies and gentlemen,

WOW!!  You all did an incredible job today in our Pride Assembly.  A lot of teachers have been coming up and telling me how great you all did.  I'm very proud of how hard you worked and prepared.  You should all be very proud of yourself.

Please remember that tomorrow is the last day that you can order Blue Jay tickets if you would like to go with us to the game :)

Homework:

Science - Please complete the following writing assignment from our discussion in class on Friday:  "Explain how nutrients and minerals are absorbed in the body."

Math - Retest Friday (For those who got under a level 3, or who missed the test)

Literacy - Have an adult proofread the rough copies of your letters.


Literacy - The good copy of your persuasive essay is due Thursday.  Please make sure you look at the blog entry about what needs to be done for the good copy of your persuasive essays.


Math - Times tables quiz Friday (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.


-Blue Jays order forms for those who would like to go.  Tomorrow is the deadline.

-Pizza orders due April 4 for those who are interested.



Have a great night!

Mr. Carr

Friday 28 March 2014

Friday March 28, 2014

Good evening everyone,

Please remind your parents that on Monday we will be hosting the Pride Assembly.  Any parents who can come are more than welcome to attend.  We would love to see them :)

Homework:

Science - Please complete the following writing assignment from our discussion in class on Friday:  "Explain how nutrients and minerals are absorbed in the body."

Math - Please complete your chapter task packet (due Monday)


Literacy - The good copy of your persuasive essay is due Thursday.  Please make sure you look at the blog entry about what needs to be done for the good copy of your persuasive essays.


Math - Times tables quiz Friday (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns

-Blue Jays order forms for those who would like to go.  Tuesday is the deadline.

-Pizza orders due April 4 for those who are interested.



Have a great weekend!

Mr. Carr

Thursday 27 March 2014

Thursday March 27, 2014

Good evening everyone,

Please remind your parents that on Monday we will be hosting the Pride Assembly.  Any parents who can come are more than welcome to attend.  We would love to see them :)

Homework:

Science - Answer write your answer to the question:  "Do nutrients and minerals get absorbed in the small intestine?  How do you know?"  - Use your articles to help you answer.  You need to read carefully through the information about the small and large intestine (due tomorrow).

Literacy - Please complete the rough drafts of your letters.  Please see the link below for the template that will help you.  (You can copy and paste the link).  (Due tomorrow)
http://www.nhcs.net/parsley/curriculum/postal/FriendlyLetter.html


Literacy - The good copy of your persuasive essay is due next Thursday April 3rd.  Please make sure you look at the blog entry about what needs to be done for the good copy of your persuasive essays.  The rubric and a "to do list" is found in this blog entry.



Math - Times tables quiz tomorrow (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns

-Blue Jays order forms for those who would like to go.  Tuesday is the deadline (April 1)

-Pizza orders due April 4 for those who are interested.



Have a great night!

Mr. Carr

Wednesday 26 March 2014

Wednesday March 26, 2014

Good evening everyone,

Please find your homework below. 

Homework:

Science - Answer write your answer to the question:  "Do nutrients and minerals get absorbed in the small intestine?  How do you know?"  - Use your articles to help you answer.  You need to read carefully through the information about the small and large intestine (due Friday).

Literacy - Please complete the rough drafts of your letters.  Please see the link below for the template that will help you.  (You can copy and paste the link).
http://www.nhcs.net/parsley/curriculum/postal/FriendlyLetter.html


Literacy - The good copy of your persuasive essay is due next Thursday April 3rd.  Please make sure you look at the blog entry about what needs to be done for the good copy of your persuasive essays.  The rubric and a "to do list" is found in this blog entry.


Math -To prepare for your test, study the review we completed in class (p. 118, 119, 120 #1,3,4,6,9,12,13, 14, 15, 19, 21 in textbook).  The test is tomorrow.  See me tomorrow with any questions you may have.


Math - Times tables quiz Friday (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns

-Blue Jays order forms for those who would like to go.

-Pizza orders due April 4 for those who are interested.



Have a great night!

Mr. Carr

Good Copy of Persuasive Essay - To Do List & Rubric


Below you will find the things you need to do in order to complete the good copy of your persuasive essays.  You will also find the rubric that I will use to mark you.



1.  Look at the comments I left for you on your essay in Google Drive.  Please make sure you make these changes.

2.  Correct wording, spelling and grammar.  Have an adult or someone older help you with this if you need it.  You can also come see me for help.

3.   Make sure that each paragraph stays on topic.  Make sure that every sentence has something to do with what you are arguing in that paragraph.

4.  Take out "I".  Do not refer to/talk about yourself in your essay.

5.  Make sure each of your arguments are actually persuasive.

6.  Let me know if you have not received feedback from me on your essay.  It is important that I see it.

7.  Compare your essay to the example I handed out in class.  Make any changes you feel are necessary.



RUBRIC


Success Criteria
 Mark
Have a clear thesis in the introductory paragraph





Have at least 3 separate arguments, and each are in their own paragraph






All arguments support the thesis






All arguments are fully explained with adequate detail






Voice matches purpose and audience





Has a concluding paragraph with a great "clincher"








Tuesday 25 March 2014

Tuesday March 25, 2014

Good evening everyone,

Please make sure you take the opportunity to go onto the Google Drive and take a look at the feedback that you have been given for improving your essays.  Remember, the good copy of your essay is due April 3rd. 

Homework:

Science - Answer write your answer to the question:  "Do nutrients and minerals get absorbed in the small intestine?  How do you know?"  - Use your articles to help you answer.  You need to read carefully through the information about the small and large intestine (due Friday).

Literacy - Please complete the rough drafts of your letters.  Please see the link below for the template that will help you.  (You can copy and paste the link)
http://www.nhcs.net/parsley/curriculum/postal/FriendlyLetter.html


Literacy - The good copy of your essay is due next Thursday April 3rd.  Please make sure you do the following in order to properly revise and edit your rough drafts...when I read your essays, these were things that I found many of us needed work on:

1.  Look at the comments I left for you on your essay in Google Drive.  Please make sure you make these changes.

2.  Correct wording, spelling and grammar.  Have an adult or someone older help you with this if you need it.  You can also come see me for help.

3.   Make sure that each paragraph stays on topic.  Make sure that every sentence has something to do with what you are arguing in that paragraph.

4.  Take out "I".  Do not refer to/talk about yourself in your essay.

5.  Make sure each of your arguments are actually persuasive.

6.  Let me know if you have not received feedback from me on your essay.  It is important that I see it.



Math -To prepare for your test, study the review we completed in class (p. 118, 119, 120 #1,3,4,6,9,12,13, 14, 15, 19, 21 in textbook).  The test is on Thursday.  See me tomorrow with any questions you may have.


Math - Times tables quiz Friday (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns

-Blue Jays order forms for those who would like to go.

-Pizza orders due April 4 for those who are interested.



Have a great night!

Mr. Carr

Monday 24 March 2014

Monday March 24, 2014

Good evening everyone,

Please make sure you take the opportunity to go onto the Google Drive and take a look at the feedback that you have been given for improving your essays.  Remember, the good copy of your essay is due April 3rd. 

Homework:

Science  - Please read the article on the digestive system one more time.  Please make sure you have recorded all thoughts, connections, questions, etc..  This will be handed in so that I can get a better idea of what kind of thinking and understanding you have when you read.  :)  (Due Tuesday)

Literacy - Nouns page 27 (due tomorrow)

Literacy - The good copy of your essay is due next Thursday April 3rd.  Please make sure you do the following in order to properly revise and edit your rough drafts...when I read your essays, these were things that I found many of us needed work on:

1.  Look at the comments I left for you on your essay in Google Drive.  Please make sure you make these changes.

2.  Correct wording, spelling and grammar.  Have an adult or someone older help you with this if you need it.  You can also come see me for help.

3.   Make sure that each paragraph stays on topic.  Make sure that every sentence has something to do with what you are arguing in that paragraph.

4.  Take out "I".  Do not refer to/talk about yourself in your essay.

5.  Make sure each of your arguments are actually persuasive.

6.  Let me know if you have not received feedback from me on your essay.  It is important that I see it.



Math -To prepare for your test, study the review we completed in class (p. 118, 119, 120 #1,3,4,6,9,12,13, 14, 15, 19, 21 in textbook).  The test is on Thursday.


Math - Times tables quiz Friday (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns

-Blue Jays order forms for those who would like to go.

-Pizza orders due April 4 for those who are interested.

Have a great night!

Mr. Carr

Friday 21 March 2014

Friday March 21, 2014

Good evening everyone,

I hope you all have a terrific weekend!  Hopefully the weather will stay warmer :)


Homework:

Science  - Please read the article on the digestive system one more time.  Please make sure you have recorded all thoughts, connections, questions, etc..  This will be handed in so that I can get a better idea of what kind of thinking and understanding you have when you read.  :)  (Due Tuesday)

Literacy - Nouns page 27 (due Tuesday)

Math - p. 118 & 119 #1,3,4,6,9,12,13 in textbook (this is from yesterday's homework but I am including it for those who were absent)

Math - p.120 #14, 15, 19 (a,b only), 21 (due Monday)

Math - Times tables quiz Friday (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns



-"Park the Car, It's Not That Far" Poster.  This is for any students who are interested in participating. (due Monday)


-Blue Jays order forms for those who would like to go.


Have a great weekend!

Mr. Carr

Thursday 20 March 2014

Thursday March 20, 2014

Good evening everyone,

Tonight the letter for the Blue Jays game went home.  Please make sure you share this with your parents if you are able to attend.  Your parents can call me if they have any questions.

Homework:


Literacy - Nouns page 26 (due tomorrow)

Math - p. 118 & 119 #1,3,4,6,9,12,13 in textbook (due tomorrow)

Math - Times tables quiz tomorrow (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns

-Friday Folders signed and returned (due).

-"Park the Car, It's Not That Far" Poster.  This is for any students who are interested in participating. (due Monday)

-Blue Jays order forms.


Have a great evening!

Mr. Carr

Wednesday 19 March 2014

Wednesday March 19, 2014

Homework:

Literacy - Rough draft of essay (due tomorrow)

Literacy - Nouns page 26 (due Friday)

Math - p. 38 in workbooks (due tomorrow)

Math - Times tables quiz Friday (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns

-Friday Folders signed and returned (due).

-"Park the Car, It's Not That Far" Poster.  This is for any students who are interested in participating. (due Monday)



Have a great evening!

Mr. Carr

Tuesday 18 March 2014

Tuesday March 18, 2014

Homework:

Literacy - Rough draft of essay (due Thursday)

Literacy - Nouns page 26 (due Friday)

Math - p. 36, 37 & 39 (no 38) in workbooks (due tomorrow)


Math - Times tables quiz Friday (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song at the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns

-Friday Folders signed and returned (due tomorrow).

-Please have your report cards slips signed and returned.  There is a portion on the report card for you and your parents to fill out and sign.  Please return the envelop with them so we can save paper.  Thank you!  :)




Have a great evening!

Mr. Carr

Monday 17 March 2014

Monday March 17, 2014

Good evening ladies and gentlemen,

It was great to see everyone today.  I also enjoyed seeing how hard you all worked throughout the day.  Keep up the great work!

Homework:

Literacy - Please complete the first 3 paragraphs of your persuasive essay (Intro, 1st body and 2nd body).  You should have been completed the first 2 paragraphs by now - Due tomorrow.

Literacy - Complete letter we worked on in class (due tomorrow)

Math - p. 35 in workbooks (due tomorrow)


Math - Times tables quiz tomorrow (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.

-Practice Song

-Friday Folders signed and returned (due tomorrow).

-Please have your report cards slips signed and returned.  There is a portion on the report card for you and your parents to fill out and sign.  Please return the envelop with them so we can save paper.  Thank you!  :)




Have a great evening!

Mr. Carr

Thursday 6 March 2014

Thursday March 6, 2014

Good evening ladies and gentlemen,

I hope you all have a terrific March Break.  You do not have a lot of homework.  Please enjoy your break!


Homework:

Literacy - Complete graphic organizer for essay.  Also need to complete introductory paragraph and first body paragraph in rough draft.  (Due Monday after March Break).


*Please practice the song "Bring it All Back" by S Club 7.  Please copy and paste the link below in order to get the song.  Please only listen to the one with lyrics on the screen.  I don't think the dress of the singers is appropriate in ones that have them in it.  It is up to your parents whether you watch those.  Thank you for being responsible.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdaSH8fLrns


Math - Times tables quiz Friday after March Break (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.



-Please have your report cards slips signed and returned.  There is a portion on the report card for you and your parents to fill out and sign.  Please return the envelop with them so we can save paper.  Thank you!  :)




Have a great March Break!  I look forward to seeing everyone in a week!

Mr. Carr

Wednesday 5 March 2014

Wednesday March 5, 2014

Good evening ladies and gentlemen,

Please find your homework below.


Homework:

Literacy - Complete graphic organizer for essay.  Also need to complete introductory paragraph and first body paragraph in rough draft.  (Due Monday after March Break).

Math -Math retest tomorrow.


Math - Times tables quiz tomorrow (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.


Science - Please research and answer the questions below.  (due tomorrow)

5.  What are the major parts of the digestive system?
8.  Why is it called the digestive system?



-Please have your report cards slips signed and returned.  There is a portion on the report card for you and your parents to fill out and sign.  Please return the envelop with them so we can save paper.  Thank you!  :)




Have a great evening!

Mr. Carr

Tuesday 4 March 2014

Tuesday March 4, 2014

Good evening ladies and gentlemen,



Homework:

Math -Math retest Thursday.


Math - Times tables quiz Thursday (1-11).  We are working on getting faster at our times tables.


Health - Answer the question below with as much detail as possible.  The more information you find, the more you will have to speak about.  (Due tomorrow)


1.  What are the major food groups?  What makes each food group good for your body?

Science - Please research and answer the questions below.  (due Thursday)

5.  What are the major parts of the digestive system?
8.  Why is it called the digestive system?

-Cultural Day is tomorrow.  Students are encouraged to wear clothes, or colours, which represent their culture.  Thursday Night is our "Cultural Night". 

-Please have your report cards slips signed and returned.  There is a portion on the report card for you and your parents to fill out and sign.  Please return the envelop with them so we can save paper.  Thank you!  :)




Have a great evening!

Mr. Carr

Monday 3 March 2014

Monday March 3, 2014

Hello everyone,
I apologize that I have not been able to be with you guys for the last couple of school days.  I look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow though :)

For tomorrow, please make sure that you have completed all the homework from Thursday's blog post, as well as the homework that has been assigned on Friday and today (Monday).

Math - complete workbook pages 31-34 (due tomorrow)

Science - complete circulatory/respiratory systems quiz on google drive (due tomorrow)

I hope you had a great day today, and again I look forward to seeing you all tomorrow :)

Mr. Carr