Exploring simple machines

Today we made simple machines with items we found around the classroom.
We saw pulleys, levers, inclined planes, wheel and axles, wedges and even a screw.


In Math we have been reviewing what we have learned so far. We are able to add and subtract 4 digit numbers and also explaining our steps. We can describe and extend increasing patterns. We can solve for unknown variables using our Algebra skills. On top of all that, we can identify area and perimeter and tell if a shape is congruent.

In writing, we started working on our opinion pieces. We selected our own topic to have an opinion. Some students have chosen animal based opinions and others have decided on a more food based opinion. Ask your learner what opinion topic they have chosen.

In social studies we are focusing on developing a better sense of Alberta's land. We looked at the different regions of Alberta and identified some of the major cities. We will be taking a closer look at each individual region next.