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SCIENCE:
Today we completed a short quiz on the parts of a flower and their functions. We also completed lessons 11–14 in the TCAP Coach workbook, which covered weather and the water cycle.
NO HOMEWORK!!!! GET PLENTY OF REST. TCAP TESTING STARTS NEXT WEEK!!!!! GO DRAGONS!!!!!
READING:
We completed and discussed the collection 5 skill review in the reading [...]

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SCIENCE:
We continued to review the parts of a flower and their functions as well as sexual and asexual reproduction. We also began reviewing Lessons 11–14 in the TCAP Coach workbook on the Atmospheric Cycle.
HOMEWORK:
Study for quiz on the parts of the flower and their functions.
READING:
Library Day with Dr. Crafford!!!!!
NO HOMEWORK!!!!!
REMEMBER TO GET YOUR 30 [...]

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SCIENCE:
We began reviewing the parts of a flower and discussed asexual vs. sexual reproduction. Students also watched a brief video on “Asexual and Sexual Reproduction”.
HOMEWORK:
Finish worksheet on “What Do Bees Know”.
READING:
Students were allowed to work independently on proofreading exercise. During the second half of class, we used the powerpoint exercise to identify and discuss all [...]

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SCIENCE:
Today students reviewed cellular respiration and photosynthesis as well as discussed the carbon cycle. We finished the class by completing a short quiz and watched a brief “BRAINPOP” video on the carbon cycle.
NO HOMEWORK!!!!!!
READING:
We checked the homework/classwork assignment and completed a short quiz on the vocabulary terms: “The Effects of Sound”. We also discussed [...]

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SCIENCE:
Students watched a short interactive video clip on “Photosynthesis” using the WONDERVILLE interactive website. Students discussed the processes of photosythesis and cellular respiration. They also reviewed how oxygen must flow through the body using the respiratory and circulatory system.
HOMEWORK:
Study the worksheet and memorize the formulas for photosynthesis and cellular respiration. Also be able to trace [...]

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SCIENCE:
Students reviewed yesterday’s lesson on diffusion and mitosis . We also checked and discussed correct answers to the sample TCAP questions as well as took a short quiz on lessons 1–5 in the TCAP Coach book to recap this week’s review lessons (all in preparation for TCAP testing).
NO HOMEWORK!!!!!
READING
Students began the first half of [...]

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SCIENCE:
We completed a sample review test on yesterday’s lesson (Cells and Levels of organization) and completed new review lessons 3 and 4 on “Mitosis, Diffusion, and Osmosis” in the TCAP Coach workbooks.
Homework:
Complete worksheet on Mitosis and Diffusion
READING:
Today we discussed “sound effects” used in poetry such as alliteration, rhyme sheme, and onamatopia with the help of [...]

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SCIENCE:
We spent the day reviewing the parts of the cell and distinguishing between plant and animal cells. We also reviewed the levels of organization (cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems) and body system/functions.
HOMEWORK:
Finish the “Cell” worksheet . Make sure to label the parts and the functions of each part.
READING:
We are continuing to discussion poetry [...]

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SCIENCE:
Students continued to review for TCAP. We finished checking and discussing questions 51–64 of the Tennessee TCAP Coach workbook. We also completed and discussed review lessons 1 and 2 of the Blue workbook as a reinforcement exercise.
NO HOMEWORK!!!!
READING:
no reading today due to S/E awards ceremony and activities
REMINDER: Pages 540–545 are due tomorrow from [...]

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