In math we have kicked off our 2nd unit on multiplication and division. This week we have been looking at ways to multiply large numbers such as 2x300 by first taking off the zeros, then multiplying 2x3 and getting a product of 6. We then add the 2 zeros back on to the end of our answer and get 600. Please continue to work on mastery of basic multiplication facts (0-11) nightly with your child. It will be the key to their successes during this unit.
In social studies we are starting to talk about how the French entered the area of Michigan and began settling and trading with the Native Americans. We are continuing to discuss the ways of Native American life and the roles everyone in the tribe played. Ask your child to tell you what their job might have been if they grew up in a Three Fires Tribe.
In science we are preparing our unit on water. We have started discussions on what we already know and have talked about the different forms in which we see water. (liquid, solid, gas) I am very excited to start the fun experiments we have planned. Please ask them what they discussed about water throughout the week.
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