Mrs. Hoffmann’s Newsletter
November 28
I hope Thanksgiving gave you the opportunity to enjoy the many blessings in your life. God has blessed me with three wonderful children, their spouses/girlfriend and four beautiful grandchildren. Although they were not all able to be with us for Thanksgiving, I am thankful every day! In addition, I was able to celebrate with many members of our extended family and give thanks that my parents were with us once again (Ages 93 and 87). As we enter the Advent and Christmas season you and your families will be in my thoughts and prayers.
What’s Going on in Language Arts?
We are beginning Lesson 8 of Journeys. The story is a folktale called
by
Blanca Lopez de Mariscal.

Essential Question: What do traditional tales tell readers about life?
Target Skill: Making inferences
Target Strategy: Infer/predict
Vocabulary Strategy: Using context clues
Phonics: Silent letters kn, wr
Grammar: Using commas
What’s Going on in Math?
We are working on Chapter 4, which focuses on multiplication facts and strategies. While using computer and tablet games are fun, the best way to increase fluency (speed and accuracy) with facts is using flash cards. Five minutes each night makes a huge difference. Also, while traveling in the car it is a quick and easy way to practice independently.
As always, please be sure that your child is showing his or her work, as well as labeling answers!

What’s Going on in Religion?
As we enter the Advent season, we will be working on seasonal activities and learning about this important time of the year. In addition we will be learning more about Mary as we learn about the Feast Days of The
Immaculate Conception on December 8 th and
Saint Juan Diego on December 9 th and Our Lady of Guadalupe on December 12 th .
January will bring us to a study of the
Christmas Season, the feasts of Mary, the
Mother of God, the Holy Family, and the
Epiphany. More information will follow about this.
What’s Going on in Science?
We are continuing our study of animals and their classifications.
REMINDERS
Biography Book Report due December 16.