Three times each
Example:
would
would
would
ABC order:
Hint write the alphabet on the top of your paper. Cross off the words as you use them!
Sailboats:
Practice out loud as you write:
w
wo
wou
woul
would
After writing the word, draw a triangle and add the boat if you would like :-)
Sentences:
Write each word in a sentence. Make sure of capital letters and an ending mark (puncuation). Also, be sure to underline your spelling word.
How much do your words cost?
HINT:
Write the alaphebet at the top of your paper. Under each letter write how much it costs.
EXAMPLE:
A B C D ... Z
$.01 $.02 $.03 $.04 ... $.26
b = $.02
a = $.03
d = $.04
$.09
Word Scramble
Create a "word box" at the top of your paper. Then, scramble each word and write them in a list. Next to each scrambled word, give a short clue for someone to be able to figure out your word!
EXAMPLE:
getting house dollar
1. esuho - people live in one
2. ladrol - money amount
3. tngtieg - going somewhere
Acrostic
Write your spelling words down. Then, think of a different word or phrase for each letter that goes with your spelling word (if possible).
EXAMPLE:
kids
flying
at the park
everywhere
Syllables
Write your spelling word once, then write it again and break it into syllables. At the end put the number of syllables.
getting get - ting (2)
vegetable vege - ta - ble (3)
school school (1)
1. Have a special place to complete homework.
2. Create a set time each evening to complete homework.
3. During nightly reading, adults read too!
4. Make sure to sign the assignment pad each evening.
5. Write comments if your child struggled or needed extra help with the assignments.
6. For extra math practice or confusions, check out the textbook online at: www.harcourtschool.com
(available soon!)
Make sure to study a little (10 minutes) every day! Flashcards are a great way to practice.
:-) We are working on addition and have begun subtraction!! :-)
(No Multiplication YET!!!!!!!!!)
Ask your child to explain the process as they subtract. I think you will be impressed with their understanding! Please contact me if your child is having difficulty. They also know how to check their work by using addition!
Do you know the 2 important rules?
*going left and right across is + or - 1
*going up and down is + or - 10
Have students count pocket change and write the amount with $ sign and decimal point. When you go to the store, discuss with your child, how much the items will cost and about how much change they should get back.
Ordered Pair Spelling
Use the ordered pair grid to find the letters for your spelling words. Then, remember the hint "airplane." You must go over first, then up!
Example: (these are not according to the grid)
r (0, 2)
u (8, 10)
n (6, 4)