Yearbook

If you're working on your yearbook page, here are the questions you need to answer/include on your page. Remember it can be double-sided.

My favourite lesson was...

A time I really laughed (The funniest thing from this year...)

The most challenging lesson (The hardest thing to learn...)

When I grow up I want to...

Something I wish I could do over again...
My advice for next year's class is...

Autograph page (I will put this together and you will all have a chance to
sign it)

You will also design the cover for your own yearbook.
It should include: The year, the grade (5/6), and the teachers, Mr. Fahey, Mme. Lang, Ms. Moga.

Three Tuesdays

Today was the third last Tuesday of school! Now that the day is done, that means there are only two left before the end of the year!

Here are the anchor charts from today's review session in class. They are basically an expanded version of the list "what you need to know".

 

Reminders: Science quiz is on Thursday. 

All permission forms and money are due tomorrow (Wednesday, June 12). 

Math- we will be continuing probability tomorrow. I will be assessing your work (what you complete in class). We will also be doing geometry (translations). We will do an activity together that I will also be assessing. 

 Language- we are continuing to read "Loser". Some very observant points were made today about Zinkoff. He actually likes school, and he laughs at everything... he's just a little different than his classmates. 

I will introduce the criteria for a movie poster tomorrow. You will have time to work on it in class on Thursday, and it is due Friday- no exceptions!

Saturday/Sunday Study Session

Here's a list of what you need to know for Thursday's Science test:

•       Forms of energy and at least one example (chemical, electrical, nuclear, light, elastic)
•      Energy cannot be created or destroyed.
•       Energy transformations (three examples) http://www.energykids.eu/energy-transform
•       Ways you use energy at home (at least three examples)
•       Renewable (solar, wind, biomass, tidal) and non-renewable energy sources (oil, gas, nuclear, coal)
•      Advantages and disadvantages of renewable and non-renewable energy sources
•      Be able to explain how technology has increased energy use and give one example
•      What changes that people can make to conserve energy at home. 
•    What does energy efficiency mean? Read some tips here: http://energyefficiency.org/

We will have a review session on Tuesday morning during science. Be sure to study on your own time as well.

Source: http://alessiobernardelli.wordpress.com/tag/forms-of-energy/

Thoughts from Tuesday

Math Quiz tomorrow. Check out the review posted in the last few days. For grade 6, try out these questions too.

 

Science-  the quiz on the Conservation of Energy unit will be next Thursday, June 13.

Today we discussed technology and energy use. Think about how we use technology to help us use energy more efficiently. For example, fluorescent light bulbs, energy-efficient appliances, smaller cars etc. Also think of other reasons why we want to be more energy efficient, such as to save money. 

Language- we finished the questions for chapters 5-7.We will correct the vocabulary tomorrow.  We will be moving onto chapters 8-10. For these chapters, you will be responsible for journal entry.

Study for the math quiz, enjoy the beautiful weather, and see you tomorrow.

Monday Update

Source: http://www.bubblews.com/news/323986-monday-again

Time is flying by... Monday's seem to be coming and going! Here's a recap from today:

Math- Converting Fractions to Decimals 
*You will be allowed to use a calculator during the test*

 To help you- (just look at example 1)- http://www.mathsisfun.com/converting-fractions-decimals.html 

Extra Practice- http://www.nelson.com/mathfocus/grade5/quizzes/ch07/mf5_ch.7_lesson_6try.htm

Language- we read Chapters 5-7. You should have answered questions 1-6 for homework. We will take them up tomorrow.

Phys Ed.- be prepared to possibly be outside. Temperatures are a little cooler this week, so bring a sweater if you think you may be chilly.

June!

It's hard to believe that it's already June! Here is a calendar with upcoming events. Grade 5's should return their permission forms for the museum trip as soon as possible. Gr. 6 parents/guardians, a permission form for your child's year-end trip should be sent home shortly.

Studying on a Saturday?

If you're finding it too hot to go outside, here's what you need to know for next week's math quiz.

Grade 5

•     Equivalent Fractions
•      Comparing Fractions
•     Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers
•    Relating Fractions to Decimals (calculators allowed)
•      Ordering Fractions on a Number Line           

      Grade 6     

•   Comparing and Ordering Fractions
•   Comparing Fractions with Unlike Denominators
•  Fraction and Decimal Equivalents
•   Ratios
• Equivalent Ratios 
•  Percents as Special Special Ratios (coming Monday)
•  Relating Percents to Decimals and Fractions (coming Monday)

Take a look at these videos if you're still unclear about these concepts: 
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/fractions/Equivalent_fractions/v/equivalent-fractions
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/fractions/Equivalent_fractions/v/comparing-fractions-2
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/fractions/mixed_numbers/v/mixed-numbers-and-improper-fractions
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/fractions/mixed_numbers/v/ordering-improper-fractions-and-mixed-numbers 
 http://www.mathsisfun.com/converting-fractions-decimals.html
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/rates-and-ratios/ratios_and_proportions/v/introduction-to-ratios--new-hd-version 

Fabulous Friday

It's a hot one! Make sure to stay cool this weekend.

Math-
Grade 5's- you were working on the skills bank questions. This is a review of what we have covered so far.

For more practice-try these questions...

Grade 6- We discussed equivalent ratios. We did several examples together on the board.

To help you- http://www.icoachmath.com/math_dictionary/equivalent_ratios.html

Extra Practice-  try these questions

 

Coming up on Monday: Math-Fractions to decimals 
 Language- Chapters 5- 7 of Loser

Tip-top Thursday!

You Did It!

Way to go Grade 6's- you made it through EQAO. 

Source: https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/p480x480/71629_476222172416050_1494809542_n.jpg

 

 

 

Math
Grade 5's- Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers

To help you- http://www.mathsisfun.com/improper-fractions.html (this is the lesson we did on the Smartboard today)
Or this- http://www.mathgoodies.com/lessons/fractions/fractions_to_mixed.html

Extra practice- http://math5.nelson.com/quizzes/math5quizzes/gr5_ch12_les4.htm

Science- we discussed other renewable energy sources. These included wind, solar, biomass, geothermal, and tidal energy. Grade 6's, take a look at the pictures below for a brief overview of these types of renewable energy sources.

Source: http://www.progressive-charlestown.com/2013/01/diy-solar-power.html

Source: http://greenpoweroregon.com/green-power/wind-power.aspx

Source: http://www.biomassinnovation.ca/biomassandbioenergy.html

 

Source: http://technologystudent.com/energy1/tidal1.htm

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/aqa_pre_2011/energy/mainselectricityrev5.shtml

Language- we'll be wrapping up Chapters 1-4 of Loser tomorrow. Be ready to "pick up the pace" of reading and completing the follow-up tasks (only 20 days of school remain)!

Parent/Guardian Info

Dear parents/guardians,
                                    as I increase  my efforts to introduce this blog as a communication tool with you and your child, and as your child begins to increasingly use technology, both academically, and socially the following is some important information to consider. 

Technology in Our Schools- http://www.ocsb.ca/board/administration/departments/learning-technologies

The OCSB Acceptable Use Policy (what and how technology can be used while at school): http://www.ocsb.ca/images/policies/Section-C-2/OCSB-Policy-C-2-1.pdf

 Bullying and Internet Safety- http://www.ocsb.ca/links/web-links/safe-schools-resources

 I encourage you to follow St. Brigid on Twitter for school-wide updates - https://twitter.com/StBrigid_school

Please remember to be a good digital citizen and help teach your child to be one too!
10 Digital Citizenship Tips- http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2013/05/10-excellent-digital-citizenship-tips.html

Communicating 

You can sign up at the bottom of this page to follow this blog by email. That means you will receive an email when there is a new post.

Homework/Assignment questions- use the "Email Miss Moga" feature found on the right hand side of this page.

If you need to speak with me, please phone the school between 7:55-8:20am, 1:40- 2:55pm (except Tuesdays), or 2:55-3:25pm.

What's Up Wednesday?

FYI: MATH QUIZ (FRACTIONS) NEXT WEDNESDAY JUNE 5TH

 Grade 6's continued their second day of EQAO testing. 2 down, 1 more to go! I'm very impressed with how you are conducting yourselves during the testing. Keep it up tomorrow.

Grade 5's math- Comparing Fractions

To help you- http://www.mathsisfun.com/comparing-fractions.html

Extra practice- http://www.nelson.com/mathfocus/grade5/quizzes/ch07/mf5_ch.7_lesson_5try.htm

Language- we are still discussing Chapters 1-4 of Loser. Come prepared to write a paragraph about a   memory from your pre-school days.

Tuesday Recap

Grade 6's were hard at work on EQAO this morning, so just a note for the grade 5's regarding math.

To help you- http://www.mathsisfun.com/equivalent_fractions.html

Extra practice- http://www.nelson.com/mathfocus/grade5/quizzes/ch07/mf5_ch.7_lesson_3try.htm

Science- we discussed water power (hydroelectricity). Grade 6's check out this video we watched- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEL7yc8R42k

Source: http://curriculum.cna.ca/curriculum/cna_world_energy_res/hydro-eng.asp?bc=Hydroelectricity

Language- you should be finished reading chapters 1-4 of Loser. You should be working on the vocabulary questions. I will be checking what you have completed tomorrow.

EQAO

EQAO- starts tomorrow. Don't stress! 

Source: http://ditchthebun.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/emoticon-stress.jpg

 

Get a good night's sleep. Arrive on time. Bring gum if it will help you focus. 

Remember this:

Source: http://teachingfashionista.blogspot.ca/2012/03/ive-collected-some-adorable-things-to.html

Monday's Math

Instructions: Read the lesson on the Math is Fun website, try out the practice questions. Send me an email  

(on the side bar) if you still have questions.


Grade 5- Comparing Fractions

To help you- http://www.mathsisfun.com/comparing-fractions.html

Extra practice- http://www.nelson.com/mathfocus/grade5/quizzes/ch07/mf5_ch.7_lesson_5try.htm

Grade 6- Ratios

To help you- http://www.mathsisfun.com/numbers/ratio.html

Extra practice- http://www.nelson.com/mathfocus/grade6/quizzes/ch06/ch06_1.htm