Children's Author Events

I wanted to make you aware of two authors speaking at Wayzata Community Church, 125 Wayzata Blvd. E. in Wayzata. They are Free. No RSVP, no tickets. However, I would show up early.

Louis Sachar,
Holes (10th anniversary of its release)
Friday, October 24th 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:30)
In the Sanctuary
Tomie dePaola,
Brava Streganona
A Pop-Up Book with Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhardt
Saturday, November 15th 2:00 p.m. (doors open at 1:30)
In the Sanctuary

Your Extraordinary Saturday (YES)

A Saturday enrichment program for talented 1st – 4th graders
November 1, 8, 15, 22, 2008
9:00 am – Noon
Linwood A+ Elementary School
1023 Osceola Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105

Go to: http://www.mity.org/ for class descriptions and an application

Or call the Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth office 651-696-6590.
Some financial aid is available.
Sponsored by Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth
1600 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105

Sign Up for Saturday Math Enrichment at the University of Minnesota

ITCEP offers enrichment programs during the school year that provide grade 4-7 students with opportunities to learn and enjoy mathematics. The primary objective is to offer innovative activities focused on a variety of mathematics topics that take students further than a standard school curriculum. Each program encourages participants to explore mathematics and its scientific applications from different perspectives based on specific mathematics themes.Programs introduce students to the mathematics community and the role the subject plays in society. Students participate in interactive activities, conduct hands-on experiments, and work closely with outstanding instructors and University student mentors. They introduce participants and their families to educational opportunities and careers related to science, engineering, and mathematics. Students meet mentors associated with the University of Minnesota Talented Youth Mathematics Program (UMTYMP) and the University. Although students are challenged intellectually during these activities, the focus is on exploration, allowing students to spend time with others who are interested in math and science and who enjoy challenges. More can be found online at http://www.itcep.umn.edu/satenrich/index.php

October Events at Barnes and Noble Edina

Saturday, October 18th at 11 am - Newbery Award Winner Kate DiCamillo presents her new picture book, Louise, The Adventures of a Chicken.  Event:  Reading, Signing.

Homework! Week of Sept 22-26

Whew! What a week! Homework is now more challenging and increasing in quantity. Please contact me with any comments or concerns about your child's conceptual understanding of and ability to complete the material coming home. You can call me at school at 952-848-4342 or email me at: markiser@mchsi.com .

3rd Grade
Math due Tuesday, Sept 30th : Problem Solving Packet #3 Day 5
Math quiz Tuesday, Sept 30th: - the quiz will include a collection of problems similar to those we've been working on for the last two weeks.
Math due Thursday, Oct 2nd: None :) we will begin long division and lattice multiplication lessons.
Reading: Internet research should be completed by Thursday, October 2nd. We work in class each Tuesday and Thursday to complete most of this.

4th Grade
Math due Tuesday, Sept 30th: Shapes and Designs Book problem 2.2 ACE 4&5 (p 41-42) and 36 (p. 48). Extra Credit: ACE 6-9, 30-35, and 41.
Math due Thursday, Oct 2nd: UPDATE - None!
Reading none :) Little Prince Day 2 was to be completed for this week. We didn't meet this week due to MAP testing. We will go over The Little Prince Day 2 next Wednesday.

5th Grade
Math due Tuesday, Sept 30th: none :) we had a quiz on Thursday.
Math due Thursday, Oct 2nd: Variables and Patterns Problem 2.1 homework.
Reading Due Wednesday, Oct 1st: Current Events Lesson 2 - Local Environmental Issues.

Homework for the week of Sept 15-19

3rd Grade:
Math due Tuesday, Sept 23rd: Complete Pages 14-18 in Problem Solver Packet
Reading due Thursday, Sept 25th: Photos, interview, and parent signature due. If you want to work on your research, please see weblinks in a previous blog entry.

4th Grade:
Math due Tuesday, Sept 23rd: Work on your card trick and be ready to show the class!
Reading due Wednesday, Sept 24th: Little Prince Lesson 2

5th Grade:
Math due Tuesday, Sept 23rd: Problem 1.4 ACE 6-9 and 27. Extra Credit - ACE 21-24 and 28
MATH TEST THURSDAY
Reading due Thursday, Sept 25th: Current Events Lesson 1 - focus on the environment.

Have a wonderful weekend in the wonderful weather!