4-6 grade Week 8

Week 8 was a "fun" week with a great deal of expectation for reptiles and amphibians!
Latin: We reviewed many pages in our reader with each person expected to read or translate at least one line.  The class finished the workbook pages in class, so no homework.  Students were informed that next week we will have a QUIZ from page 16 (Reading Drill II).
History: We discussed some of Samuel, but did not delve as far into the Judges as I would have liked.  We reviewed how the Isrealites had left Egypt and were now in Canaan thanks to Joshua.  We discussed how they had eleven differing sections as the Levites were to be amongst each group in the position of priest.  We also discussed how a Judge did not actually judge over the entire area, but generally only one or two sections.  Samuel was the last of the Judges and the first of the new prophets.  He annointed the new King as chosen by the people. No homework.
English: The chapter was a review of our poetry and will be discussed more next week.
Poety: We read aloud the wonderful poems written by some of our students.  We discussed the rhyming pattern which each had used.  Congratulations to the Stoccos, Powell, Gilkison, Belton, and McCarthy on lovely poems!!!
Religion: We discussed the preparation for Christmas.  The advent season will soon be upon us! We made a chart explaining the focus of each week and the color associated with it.  If any would like to do this at home, please email me. 
Geography: We did not do this week. Sorry I left mine at home! We did discuss some of the placement of the tribes of Israel.
Science : Snakes! Frogs! We had a wonderful presentation which was enjoyed by all.  Many also enjoyed sharing stories with the park ranger as well!!
Thanks again to our assistant, Mrs. Pullen!!
I believe that most of you are aware that I will no longer be teaching 4-6 grade after the Christmas break. I have thoroughly enjoyed teaching your children!!  Each has his/her own unique gifts which have added to the adventure of teaching! I must attend to the needs of my own family at this point in time, but wish you all the best! You all still have my email and can feel free to email me with questions/concerns, or if any would like to request resources used in class.  We will have one more class together and then the party!! Thanks again!