Week March 14-17

Math:

This week we started chapter 1 on Patterns and equations. Students learned to fill input-output math tables following a given rule (ex. +3 or x2  or /5 ). They also practiced to find the mathematical rule when numbers in the table were given. We went a step further by doing the same exercises with a 2-step rule (ex. x3 + 2 ).

Science:

This week in ASTRONOMY we studied SEASONS in detail. Students learned about the ROTATION the Earth, its REVOLUTION (around the sun) and, most importantly, the EARTH`S TILT which is causing our seasons.

We also studied  the 6th and 7th planets of the solar system, 'Saturne' and 'Uranus'. Students completed their 'Giant Solar System Decoration Project' and we put it up on the wall in our classroom.

Week March 7-11

Math:

On Monday students wrote their TEST on chapter 5. For the rest of the week, they practiced more problem solving still involving fractions, decimal numbers, ratios and percents (see 'Problèmes - chap.5 ')  We will start chapter 1 on Patterns and Equations next week.  

Science:

This week in ASTRONOMY we studied CONSTELLATIONS more in detail (Ursa Major and Big Dipper, Ursa minor and Little Dipper, North Star, the 12 constellations from zodiac signs, and more...). We watched videos, took notes and built a STAR SEAKER in class.

We also studied  the 5th planet of the solar system, Jupiter. Students continued their 'Giant Solar System Decoration Project' on the side.

Week February 29 - March 4

Math:

This week we concluded our chap.5 with ratios. Students learned the meaning of a ratio (rapport) and practiced to solve problems using this concept. On Wednesday, the whole time was given for working on REVIEW exercises. The TEST on chapter 5 (fractions, decimals, ratios and percents) will be next Monday. 

                   

Science:

This week in ASTRONOMY we focused on the study of the 3rd and 4th planets of the solar system (starting from the sun), Earth and Mars. Students learned specific facts related to these planets, took notes, watched videos and saw images coming from 'Curiosity', the robot sent on Mars (for 3 years now).  We also continued our 'Giant Solar System Decoration Project' on the side.

We also studied more in detail  'light / lumière' (emitted or reflected), 'stars / étoiles' in general and our 'sun / soleil', defining their components and exploring their origin...