This week's spelling paragraph is a review of idioms/figurative language.
Idioms are phrases that mean something else. One example "break a leg" means good luck and hope you do well. Another idiom is "hitting the hay", which describes that you are read to go to bed. Finally, my favorite example is "that is the straw that broke the camel's back" meaning that you can't take it anymore! Definitely, learning to find hidden meanings helps you to understand what is said.
We will be finishing up chapter 11 in math. Our chapter test on geometry will be on Friday.
In reading, we are learning about paleontologists and archaeological digs. The story is "Days of Digging". A reading skill focus for you to reinforce at home would be summarizing.
I will not assign any homework over spring break other than please have your child complete the chapter book they chose to read for an AR test. Enjoy a restful break!
