Mopping Up

Not the most exciting of days, I'll admit. But some days have to be like this in fourth grade.

We spent a lot of time today "mopping up," just finishing off the work for one section or unit and reviewing some of the things were learned. In Independent Work Time, we completed the "Apply" sections for a couple pages of the Reading Writing Workbook. During Open Court Time, we worked on the vocabulary and the study guide for the "Toto" story. After recess, we corrected and discussed a couple days of math homework and generally reviewed for the test. After lunch, students asked for more time to work on the "Toto" materials, and, wanting to reduce the homework load, I postponed the music until Monday. We went to PE, and when we returned we took a math test. But, even though it was not the most exciting of days, it was productive.

Homework: (1) Do the Natural Resources Crossword and Land Use Map handout. Sorry for the clues being upside down on the crossword. (2) Do "Expressions," Math, page 55, #2-37. Be sure to read the directions carefully for each section!