1. class news Mrs. Nichols’ 12/3-12/7
A Note from the Teacher
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This week in reading, we will continue our text features and text structures unit using our StoryWorks Jr magazines. In grammar, we will begin reviewing our grammar skills from this 9 weeks. In writing, we will review using our R.A.C.E. strategy to answer writing prompts to practice for the state writing assessment.
Test Dates:
Spelling Test: 12/7
Vocabulary Quiz: 12/7
Make sure to study vocabulary and spelling EVERY night. Students should also read at least 20 minutes each night.
Homework reminder
Homework packets are sent home on Mondays and due on Fridays. Study and practice vocabulary/spelling nightly.
Dates to remember
See test dates 
Thank You, Mrs. Nichols

2. class news Mrs. Nichols’ 12/3-12/7 Oak Boast Toad Known Own Shown
Spelling words
vocabulary
Oak
Boast
Toad
Known
Own
Shown
Fellow
Crook
Shook
Hood
Because
Why
Here
Ask
Went
Study these nightly. Test is on 12/07.
Week 8:
Partial: part rather than whole
Elaborate: something that is done with great detail and complexity
Conceal: to hide or keep secret
Blunt: having an edge that is not sharp
Quarrel: a disagreement
Study nightly. Test is on 12/07 on week 7 and week 8 vocabulary.
Thank You, Mrs. Nichols