Fourth graders in Room 17 constructed a thermometer to learn about water expansion and contraction in Science. In a later session they drew pictures of their observations.

In Math the kids are working on memorizing addition and multiplication facts (some extra practice at home is a good idea!) while learning how to multiply larger numbers with annexed zeros. Multiple step word problems add some problem-solving development--not easy but very important.

Scoring the first narrative writing assignment will take a few more days, but the first several stories show early skill strength in student Writing this year. Like always, we'll work on strong beginnings and endings while eliminating the run-on sentences and capitalization errors. This week we'll writie the final draft of the second friendly letter.

No pictures of crazy hair or costumes this year, but Room 17 sure had its share of wild hair-do's! I look forward to another 'hat day.'