Our Learning This Week...

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Hello! It's a chilly Friday! Winter has arrived! I hope everyone stays warm and safe this weekend : )  Here's what we have been up to.


In language arts students have been reviewing many concepts taught such as capitalization rules and parts of speech (i.e. nouns and verbs) and applying these in their written work. This week we also read a story entitled "If I Built a School" by Chris Van Dusen. After listening to the story students learned about the writing process. They began by brainstorming their ideas of what their dream school would look like. Then students used a planning sheet to sketch out their ideas. Finally, they used a variety of sentence starters to communicate their ideas in sentences. They came up with some fantastic ideas that I really think the school board should consider : )  For example, having a petting zoo, trampoline park, garden and flying desks! 



 





In math, students have been learning about the concept of subtraction. Students learned that when we subtract we are taking away or getting less. They practiced solving subtraction problems by acting out problems, drawing pictures, playing games and using counters. On Thursday, we had a quick math check-in to see how they were doing with their understanding of subtraction and addition (which we did last week). 



In science, students learned about the measureable properties of objects such as length, weight and area. Students used direct comparison to determine if objects were longer/shorter, lighter/heavier etc. Students recorded the results of their investigation in their journals. 



In social studies, students began to learn about the various regions of Canada and the various landforms and landmarks associated with each. After watching several videos and discussing the different types of physical features (mountains, lakes, rivers, valleys etc.) and landmarks-- Rocky Mountains (natural) vs. Calgary Tower (manmade)-- they worked on sorting pictures into the correct category. 


 
Labelling Landforms 


Sorting Landmarks




In gym, students have been learning about basketball. They have learned how to dribble, pass and shoot. They have also been learning how to maintain control when dribbling so that they do not lose control of the basketball.  



We have a number of Spirit Days coming up in the month of December as the countdown to Christmas and the winter break begins! Please see below for a list of the important dates and activities that will be happening soon! 


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Important Info & Events:

Scholastic Book Fair: December 1 - 4  - Students will have a chance to view and purchase books at the book fair during their regular library class. The book fair will also be open for parents the evening of Thursday, December 4 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. All families are invited to attend - this is a great opportunity to purchase reading materials your children love!
 

Gingerbread House Decorating Night : December 4th - School Council welcomes all EMJ families to this event on Thursday, December 4th from 6:30–8:00 PM. Come decorate a gingerbread house together! We’ll have cookies and light refreshments ready.
 
Quick tip: bringing a cookie sheet makes it much easier to take your masterpiece home at the end of the night.
 
Registration forms for this event are being sent home and also emailed to you via School Messenger. Please be sure to register by December 2.


Spirit Days!!

Thursday, December 4: Holiday Sock Day!
We’re kicking off our upcoming winter spirit celebrations with Holiday Sock Day on Thursday, December 4! Students are invited to wear festive, silly, or mismatched holiday socks to bring a little fun and cheer into the classroom.

Monday, Dec 15 – Festive Hat / Toque Day
Students are encouraged to wear a holiday or winter-themed hat, such as a festive cap, toque, or cozy winter hat.

Tuesday, Dec 16 – Holiday Colours Day
Students can dress in holiday colours like red, green, blue, silver, or gold.

Wednesday, Dec 17 – Winter Wonderland Day
Students are invited to help create a snowy scene by wearing white or blue, or any winter-themed clothing.

Thursday, Dec 18 – Holiday Hair Day
Students can come with festive or fun holiday-themed hair! This could be a holiday headband, colourful ribbons, tinsel accents, or a creative hairstyle. Simple or elaborate—whatever works for you.

Friday, Dec 19 – Pyjama Day & Cozy Reading
To finish off our week, students may wear pyjamas, indoor slippers, or other cozy clothing as we enjoy a comfortable day of learning and celebrating together.


Upcoming Events and Dates to Remember:

Dec 2 - Gingerbread House Decorating registration due

Dec 4 - Holiday Sock Day

Dec. 4 - Gingerbread House Decorating Night

Dec. 15 – Festive Hat / Toque Day

Dec 16 – Holiday Colours Day

Dec 17 – Winter Wonderland Day

Dec 18 – Holiday Hair Day

Dec 19 – Pyjama Day & Cozy Reading

Dec. 11 - Winter Concert

Dec. 20-Jan 4 - Winter Break

Jan 5 - Happy New Year/Classes Resume!

 








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