Welcome to Mr. Van Leuven's Third Grade Class!

 

We are all excited for a great 2010!

 

 Parents/Guardians,

 

The 2010 Box Tops Challenge has begun!Our classroom is trying to win an end of the year ice cream party by collecting the most box tops this year. There are two things you can do to help:

 

1. Send your box tops into the classroom instead of the main office.

 

2. Sign in at www.boxtops4education.com and find out what else you can do to earn your school points.

 

Thanks very much for all your support!

 Here is what is going on in third grade!

Math- The 3rd graders are knee deep in multplication and need to practice their flashcards everyday!

 

Science- We are finishing our chemical tests unit. Our next unit on plant growth and development will begin in March. The students will growth fast plants and discover the amazing features of pollination and the life stages of a flowering plant!

 

Guided Reading- The 3rd graders are reading Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan. They will continue to practice their comprehension strategies and enjoy this wonderful book!

 

Writing- The third graders are finishing their Touchstone Texts writing unit, where they are "reading like writers." They have all come up with fantastic ideas and cannot wait to share them with you.

 

 Social Studies- The students are finishing up their Japan travel brochures and will begin studying Brazil's culture and traditions.