Week of April 21 to 25

What We Have Learned this Week:

Bible: We have started our brand-new unit which is about the minor kings of Israel and Judah. This week, we have studied the king of Judah, King Jehoshaphat, who was considered to be a good king. We studied King Jehoram (another king of Judah). He was not a good king, and God struck him with an incurable intestinal disease. (Yikes) We ended the week by studying the story of Queen Athaliah who usurped the throne and become queen of Judah. We learned that God keeps His promises and allowed young Joash (a descendent of the throne) to live.

Math: We have been learning a lot about fractions this week! The students have learned how to compare fractions with like numerators and unlike denominators and vice versa. They have also been marking fractions and mixed numbers on a number line. They have also been deciding between two fractions which one is closer to 1.

Reading: The students and I are excited to have started our historical fiction novel study on the book "Number the Stars." This is a wonderful book about children demonstrating bravery during troubling times. We have read and discussed the first few chapters and are looking forward to continue reading next week. *NOTE: You are more than welcomed to read the novel at home as a family in English! Some families from previous years have done that. If you choose to do so, please don't read ahead! Gracias!* The students have also kicked off their work with their book clubs. The students read an assigned historical chapter book with their group and work on their diaries. The students have been doing a nice job taking charge of their work and learning. 

Writing: We working hard on continuing drafting and improving our personal expertise essays. 

Spelling: Here is the link to next week's spelling list!

From the Spanish Immersion Department:

We are celebrating Children's Day as a school on Wednesday, April 30. This holiday is celebrated in many parts of Latin America. On this day, children play games and receive little gifts. The Spanish Immersion team has put together a "Glow in the Dark Dance Party" for the Spanish Immersion students. Please send your child wearing glow in the dark-type clothing! 

From the Office:

  • 4th Grade Plant Sale - The annual fourth grade plant sale is coming to Rose Park on May 21 starting at 7:30am.  They will be selling tomatoes, peppers, and a variety of herbs.  All plants will be $3.00 per pot, cash or check only.  Mark your calendars!

  • Library notice:

    • The week of May 5-9 is the last week for students to borrow books from the Rose Park Library. 

    • All student library materials are due by May 16.

  • Sing, Move, and Memorize Books! - If you have any interest in purchasing sing, move, and memorize books for your family please feel free to do so at this link.



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