Reading/Language Arts Newsletter
September 28 – October 2, 2015
Text: Fairy Tale
Helping Dogs
Reading/Writing Skills:
I can answer/ask questions and give supporting
evidence.
I can classify key details under headings to
determine the main idea.
I can write an informational essay.
I can use context clues to help determine the
meaning of words and/or phrases.
I can use information gained from illustration and
words in the text to demonstrate understanding.
I can write an opinion essay to prove my
understanding of how wolves are perceived.
Homework- Mon., Tues., Wed. and Thurs.
Test - Tuesday
English skills:
I can identify compound subjects.
I can break words into syllables.
I can use editing skills to improve my writing.
I correctly spell words with common spelling
patterns.(review of vce)
I can use phrases (prepositional and adverb phrases)
to improve my writing.
Spelling Skills:
There will be no spelling this week due to
Reading and Math Common Assessments
on Wednesday and Thursday and the field
trip on Friday.
This week is Homecoming week.
We will be dressing up every day.
Monday – Patriotic day (red, white
& blue)
Tuesday – Dress up like old folks
Wednesday – Camo day
Thursday – 60s, 70s, or 80s
Friday – Spirit day – Wear your field
trip shirt or favorite red raider colors.
**Show your Raider spirit and
participate****
Vocabulary Words
(Be able to use these words in sentences.)
loyal, nature, therapy, and volunteer
Important news:
 Field Trip to Buffalo Park is this Friday.
 Reading Common Assessment will be given Wednesday starting at 8 am.
Please make sure your child is on time.
 Parents please make sure your child is doing their homework nightly.
They have Reading and Spelling EVERY NIGHT. A signature is required
for Reading DAILY. It is very important!