Point of View in Literature through Different Perspectives

 Students read our Benchmarks booklet to consider points of view and various perspectives. We discussed the difference between the first-person and third-person point of view. We named the difference between a stanza and a paragraph in poetry vs. a story. 

Today, we read two different poems and analyzed what they mean. We will continue to explore other pieces of writing throughout the week and will consider points of view. 

Time for some fall-like Idioms!

Figurative language: Idioms pic.twitter.com/SsBaQNgJkQ

— Ms.Thelen (@thelensthinkers) October 27, 2020

Should Children Be Paid for Doing Chores?? Read on to see what some fifth graders think...

Yes!!! I am so energized after reading student work submitted through @Schoology on day 1 (or 2 for some). Such a joy to finally read student work! THIS is why I teach. All these voices. Our future. #cpsbest

Should kids get paid to do chores?? Yes/No? pic.twitter.com/S0ZASFFAsb

— Ms.Thelen (@thelensthinkers) September 9, 2020

Take it from this student, parents work very hard and are sacrificing... chores prepare us for the future! She is right, parents are working SO HARD and are SACRIFICING so much right now. Please know that teachers are so thankful for your help right now! #cpsbest pic.twitter.com/YFUy2OA8OQ

— Ms.Thelen (@thelensthinkers) September 9, 2020

First Week: Done!

 

We did it! We completed week one of virtual learning. We may have had some bumps in the road and some learning curves with the technology, but this class rocked it!!! 

In a short amount of time, students have worked to navigate between apps on an iPad. They have learned to use a learning management system, Schoology, AND students submitted assignments!

Students showed up for every Zoom and they gave it their all. Our future looks bright and this WILL be a wonderful year!

Pick up your School Things!

Learning about America's Regions

Students are working on the following objectives for social studies and science.

• The student will use geographic research to gather and process information to interpret, solve problems, and construct maps.
• The student will name and locate specific regions, states, capitals, river systems and mountain ranges in the US based on historical and current topics.
• Describe and analyze the physical and human characteristics of the region.

Students reviewed latitude and longitude before starting the research!

Students will be constructing a map including the following:

On the USA map independently complete the following in pencil first.

	Checklist
	Outline the states in your region.
	Label the state names in your region.
	Label the city names in your region and identify with a STAR.
	Include the most important river system in your region. (Consult a map or atlas) Draw it in the region and label it.
	Include any mountain ranges, using the appropriate symbol and label.
	Create a key to the map in the lower corner and be sure to consult a map or atlas to represent it correctly.
	Identify and label the following on your map after you consult a map or atlas: Great Lakes Mississippi River Missouri River Pacific Ocean Atlantic Ocean Gulf of Mexico Rocky Mountains Appalachian Mountains Great Plains Mojave Desert Grand Canyon Glaciers in the United States

Civil War Food Tasting

Thank you to our trusty volunteer, Mrs. F, the class got to taste hardtack and President Lincoln's favorite cookie recipe. Students actually did not mind the hardtack as much as one might think! They were encouraged to use their back teeth!

Beach Simulation

Students working on a simulated beach to see how the geosphere and hydrosphere interact. Weathering, erosion, and deposition. #cpsbest ⁦@Szydlowskim⁩ pic.twitter.com/aqodfj1VFO

— Shelli Thelen (@ShelliThelen) January 24, 2020

Exploring with Programming in the Library!

Students programmed the ⁦@Sphero⁩ to say my name! ⁦@PaxtonKeeLib⁩ pic.twitter.com/labhTg4oTj

— Ms.Thelen (@thelensthinkers) January 24, 2020

Having a grand time ⁦@PaxtonKeeLib⁩ yesterday afternoon. pic.twitter.com/qS15ETRO9u

— Ms.Thelen (@thelensthinkers) January 24, 2020

Lots of trial and error ⁦@PaxtonKeeLib⁩ ⁦@paxtonkee⁩ pic.twitter.com/XphqvKtveF

— Ms.Thelen (@thelensthinkers) January 24, 2020

Civil War Centers 2020

Each year, students learn about life during the Civil War in Social Studies and we read many books that connect to this time in history. Students enjoy the "rotation" of centers where they get the opportunity to learn more about this time in history.

Cooking during Civil War

Partner Work with Reading Nonfiction

 Map Center Learning how the Geography 

changes from 1858-present.

Students learn about the role of Photography 

as it is introduced at this time in history.

Students are listening to a podcast that has transcribed 

voices of Missouri's enslaved men and women.

Using artifacts and replicates of historical items, students get 

to explore a Civil War trunk provided by the Missouri

State Museum.

Earth's Systems

Earth's systems interact! Starting our first science unit of 2020 with knowing the names and definitions of the earth's systems!

Junior Achievement BizTown St. Louis 2020

Students made their trip to JA BizTown in St. Louis. After weeks of lessons to prepare us for Financial Literacy, students put those skills to work. Here are some shots of the day!

FAE Finale!

Another FAE in the books! Instrument night @sms_wildcats is Jan 16 at 6:30! pic.twitter.com/MomdKAtJMy

— Ms.Thelen (@thelensthinkers) January 8, 2020

Fine Arts Extravaganza 2020!

      Students had a great time at the annual Fine Arts Extravaganza. Students were introduced to the many programs that are available for them to choose from when they go to middle and high school.