Friday 12 October 2018

Mrs. Garlow's Classroom Blog

Portfolio

A math mid-unit check in went home today in students' portfolios.  Please go over the work together with your child, sign it and return the portfolio to school on Monday.  Just a note that this is not a final assessment. It provides a glimpse into math concepts they learned and understand as well as areas where they still need to improve on.  Students will write their math test on Wednesday October 17th.

To support your child with problem solving, have them follow the steps:


Social Studies

Last week we learned how to make our very own cornhusk doll.  It was such an honour to have Nikki Auten share her knowledge and expertise with us.



Visual Arts

In visual arts, we have been learning about Nature Art or Eco-Art.  Nature Art or Eco-Art involves the use of natural and found objects to create temporary sculptures in the natural environment.  We are looking forward to doing this all year by capturing the environments in the community.  Here are some photographs that captures the process.