November 25-28

Social Studies

- value Canada’s physical geography and natural environment:  

• appreciate the variety and abundance of natural resources in Canada
• appreciate the diversity of geographic phenomena in Canada

- examine, critically, the physical geography of Canada by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions and issues: 

• What are the major geographical regions, landforms and bodies of water in Canada? 
• How do landforms, bodies of water and natural resources affect the quality of life in Canada? 
• How have natural disasters and severe weather been part of Canada’s physical geography? 
• What are the differences and similarities among the geographical regions of Canada? 
• How is the geographical region they live in different from other regions of Canada? 
• What are the factors that determine climate in the diverse geographical regions of Canada (e.g., latitude, water, mountains)? 

What did students do?

This week, students researched a geographical region of Canada. They looked at web resources to find information related to the regions landforms, climate/weather, recreational activities, history and natural resources. They also began working on designing a postcard to represent their region. Students will work towards synthesizing their research findings into a slideshow presentation. They will also work on writing an opinion piece related to their region in the coming weeks. 

Take a look at some research graphic organizers below and some postcards in progress. 

Upcoming Events

December 4th – Fun Lunch  

December 17th – Winter Concert (Save the date) 

December 18th – Winter Concert (Save the date) 

December 20th – Fun Snack  

December 20th – Last day of classes before Winter Break 

 

   

November 18-22

Science

Students investigate and interpret astronomical phenomena. 

Discuss observable features of lunar and solar eclipses and auroras. 

Explore Inuit, northern First Nations’, or Métis’ stories related to the midnight sun, the polar night, or the northern lights. 

Represent astronomical phenomena in a variety of ways. 

What did students do?

This week, students explored auroras through a scientific lens and an Indigenous lens. Students learned about the Northern Lights and how this phenomena can be explained using scientific terms and concepts. They also had an opportunity to explore a few different stories related to Indigenous viewpoints about the significance and meaning of auroras. Students took jot notes and responded to questions to represent their understanding. Students also had a chance to review their learning across this science unit - space. They had individual, partner and group opportunities to revisit, review and practice these concepts in preparation for their unit assessment.

Upcoming Events

November 27th – School Council Meeting – 7:00 pm (Kinder & Gr. 4 to present) 

November 29th – Professional Learning Day for staff  

December 4th – Fun Lunch  

December 17th – Winter Concert (Save the date) 

December 18th – Winter Concert (Save the date) 

December 20th – Fun Snack  

December 20th – Last day of classes before Winter Break 

  

November 14-15

English Language Arts

Contribute to discussions or dialogues by agreeing, disagreeing, and adding to or explaining ideas.

Explore how varied perspectives presented in texts can influence personal perspectives.

Communicate a clear position supported by relevant evidence.

What did students do?

This week, students explored the opinion statement "Bugs are creepy." Students engaged in discussions about this perspective and shared their position on the topic by placing their name on a scale using a sticky note. They showed whether they agreed or disagreed with the statement. Then, students read an opinion essay titled Bugs are Creepy. They engaged in dialogue and discussion about their thoughts, connections, similar or different opinions. Students had a chance to move their sticky note after hearing and reading the essay. They were invited to share where they originally placed themselves on the scale and explained why they chose to move it. Then, students read through the essay to identify important structural elements of an opinion piece. They noted the Opinion (opening), Reasons, Evidence and closing Opinion (OREO). Students highlighted these components and organized them into a graphic organizer. We will continue this work next week using a new topic. 

Upcoming Events

November 27th – School Council Meeting – 7:00 pm (Kinder & Gr. 4 to present) 

November 29th – Professional Learning Day for staff  

December 4th – Fun Lunch  

December 17th – Winter Concert (Save the date) 

December 18th – Winter Concert (Save the date) 

December 20th – Fun Snack  

December 20th – Last day of classes before Winter Break 

 

November 4 - 7th

Science

-Students will demonstrate an understanding of the events and factors that have changed the ways of life in Canada over time and appreciate the impact of these changes on citizenship and identity. 

-Students will demonstrate an understanding of the people and the stories of Canada and their ways of life over time, and appreciate the diversity of Canada’s heritage. 

ELAL

-Students will integrate verbal, non-verbal, and paraverbal language to enhance communication.

-Ensure messages are heard clearly by using breath, body, and energy to project voice.

-Students will enhance the accuracy and artistry of expression through creative and critical thinking processes.-

What did students do?

The Grade 5s completed persuasive paragraphs about why Remembrance Day is an important day.  Some students shared these paragraphs at our Remembrance Day assembly on November 7th.  Students learned about the importance of maintaining peace. They wrote about peace from their perspective and from a soldier's perspective and incorporated their five senses. In their music class, Ms. Harris worked with students on the poem In Flanders Fields by John McCrae.  They worked on verbal and paraverbal (The manner in which a message is delivered) language with this poem and shared it in our Remembrance Day Ceremony. In Social Studies, we learned about, and discussed World War 1. Students were very engaged in these discussions with lots of questions and comments. We watched videos and read books about Remembrance Day as well as reading some articles about it in our small reading groups. In Art, students created poppies and peace.

Our Grade 5 Students were very eager to share their learning during the Remembrance Day Ceremony. Thank you to all of our Grade 5 parents and families who were able to join us.

Upcoming Events

·       November 8th – System Indigenous Learning Day  

·       November 11th – Remembrance Day – no school for staff or students  

·       November 12th – Fall Break – no school for staff or students  

·       November 13th – Fall Break – no school for staff or students  

·       November 14th – Students & staff return from Fall Break

October 28 - November 1

Science

Students investigate and interpret astronomical phenomena.

-Connect the direction of Earth’s tilt in relation to the Sun to the length of day and night in each season.  

-Describe personal observations related to cyclical changes in the Moon’s appearance. 

-Identify astronomical phenomena that occur cyclically. 

What Did Students Do?

Students learned about how the Earth rotates on it's axis to create day and night and how a revolution around the sun gives us the measurement of a year. They explored why we have four  seasons in our part of the world. Students then began a moon investigation, looking at the different phases of the moon and how they change throughout the month. Students looked at various models and participated in physical demonstrations around these topics.

Important Dates 

·       November 5th – Fun Lunch  

·       November 7th – Remembrance Day Assembly 10:00 am  (Gr. 5 parents invited)

·       November 8th – System Indigenous Learning Day  

·       November 11th – Remembrance Day – no school for staff or students  

·       November 12th – Fall Break – no school for staff or students  

·       November 13th – Fall Break – no school for staff or students  

·       November 14th – Students & staff return from Fall Break

   October 21-25

Phys Ed and Wellness

-Demonstrate decision making through the application of strategies and tactics.
-Combine movement skills to perform movement patterns in a variety of physical activities.
-Perform movement patterns using various types of equipment, individually and with others.
-Consider sequencing and repetition of movement patterns when engaging in locomotor, no-locomotor, and object-manipulation activities.

What Did Students Do?

This week, students played a variety of games during Phys Ed to develop their accuracy when throwing at a target. Students played a game called "Ghostbusters" that involved throwing a ball at bowling pin ghosts. They said they had a blast playing this game! On Take Me Outside Day, student went outside, got into teams and played a game where they had to throw a beanbag onto circle targets. Students communicated with their teammates to decide where to throw next to gain the highest score. Students also celebrated successes with their teams and opponents. 

Important Dates 

·       October 31st – Fun Snack  

·       November 5th – Fun Lunch  

·       November 6th – Mon/Wed Kinder field trip to the library – am

·       November 7th – Remembrance Day Assembly 10:00 am  (Gr. 5 parents invited)

·       November 8th – System Indigenous Learning Day  

·       November 11th – Remembrance Day – no school for staff or students  

·       November 12th – Fall Break – no school for staff or students  

·       November 13th – Fall Break – no school for staff or students  

·       November 14th – Students & staff return from Fall Break  

  October 14-18

Science

I can analyze climate and connect it to weather conditions.

-Explain the importance of weather forecasts.

-Investigate methods used to predict the weather.



-Discuss First Nations, Métis, and Inuit methods of predicting weather.

-Examine how weather conditions and animal behaviour can be used to recognize weather patterns and cycles. 

Truth and Reconciliation Commitments

-Each student will represent their learning experience through the lens of two eyed seeing at Fish Creek Park during each season.

What Did Students Do?
This week, students applied their understanding of weather while investigating a variety of weather maps. They had the opportunity to observe, discuss and apply their understandings about high/low pressure, wind, cloud cover, humidity, temperature and precipitation while working with these maps.

Students also had the opportunity to go to Fish Creek Park to use two eyed seeing to observe and notice weather. Students tracked weather using scientific tools and they were invited to notice how weather conditions were signalling a change in season. It was a beautiful day for a walk and students measured the temperature at various points in Fish Creek. read a hygrometer for humidity and we tried to measure wind. Students listened to a story about the interconnectedness of the land. We discussed reciprocity and how to give back to the earth after an afternoon filled with many gifts and new learnings.

Look for more info, photographs and samples of student work from our walking field trip that will be displayed in our learning commons for you to see during Parent Teacher Conferences.

Important Dates 

October 24 - Parent Teacher Conferences (Evening)

October 25 - Parent Teacher Conferences (8:00 - 1:00 pm)