Language Arts

 This month we will be reading "Z for Zachariah," a science fiction novel about the aftermath of a nuclear war.  As we work through the book, we will also be learning about verbals (like participles, gerunds, etc.)  Once we finish we will be working with Noodletools while learning what goes into a research project.  Due to time constraints, we will be choosing and narrowing a topic, doing research, making note cards, an outline, citations, a bibliography, and writing an effective introduction and conclusion - everything but the entire paper.  We will further study what can be considered plagiarism and how to avoid it.  If you remember doing these projects with stacks of index cards and style guides, you will be amazed at how much easier it is using available technology!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     

 Science
In Science, we will be finishing the year with a study of plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes. Students will also have a project, including a presentation at the very end of the year,  that will give them the opportunity to research current scientific technology.

Beginning May 6th, I will be on maternity leave. All lessons have been planned and are on target with our curriculum. If you have any questions or concerns about your child's progress, please call the Albion school office.