Animal adaptations

This week we concluded our exploration of fractions. We covered up shapes by trying to use the smallest number of pieces possible. We explored fraction relationships using fraction blocks and discovered different ways to make a pattern block hexagon.

In language we used the 5 finger method for summarizing a folktale. (Somebody...wanted...but...so...then). We also learned what  a folktale is and how it often tries to teach a lesson about the natural world. We practised our summarizing with the First Nation story from Canada's West Coast "How the Raven Stole the Sun." We also looked at how to illustrate a book using that story. 

In Science we learned more about animal adaptations and characteristics.  We made animals out of available materials and described their adaptations. We also learned about classification of animals into the major animal groups mammal, reptile, fish, insect, amphibian, and bird. We took an in depth look at mammals and will be exploring more of the animals next week. Below are some videos of students describing their animal's adaptations.