Maths WB Chapter 3 Practice 2

Complete pg 49-52
This is due tomorrow, 2 Feb

More on Plants...

Following the story "Beware of the Pitcher-plants!" read in class, check out more in this video.....

More videos from different plants....

Homework: Diversity Activity Book

Complete page 9-10
This is due tomorrow, 29 Jan.

There is an error in pg 9, Question (c). Please add in the tortoise inside the tank.

Remember to bring your NSB book tomorrow as we will be having a Knowledge Building Lesson on the topic of Plants.

3A Rainbow Day Performance next Friday (5 Feb) during CNY celebration

Here's an overview of the steps for the line dance. Do read & remember the steps. We will be rehearsing bit by bit each day.

Here's the song. Please do not follow all the actions as we have made changes to the steps.

Science Spelling Parents' Signature & Homework: Maths WB

NSB Science Spelling

• Do your corrections (3 times per word) and get parents' signature.
• A reminder to study the meaning of the words for the subsequent Science Spelling.
• Pupils scoring 6/10 and below, you'll be having a retest on Monday (1 Feb) during recess.

Maths WB Chapter 3: Practice 1

• Complete pg 45-48
• This task is due tomorrow, 28 Jan.

Maths Homework & Admin Matters

Maths WB Homework

• Complete pg 35-40.
• This is due tomorrow, 26 Jan.

Science AA Instructions: Collection & Classification

• Please get parents' signature to acknowledge on the Instruction Sheet.
• Bring back the paper tomorrow for checking of signature.

Maths WB: Sending back for Parents' Signature

• Page 5-34 has been filed into a Paper Fastener Set today.
• You are to bring home for parents' signature on pg 5 & 25.
• Bring back the set tomorrow.

Maths Heuristic (Systematic Listing) Worksheet & Science NSB

Maths Heuristic Worksheet
Complete the rest of the questions as homework.

This is due Monday, 25 Jan

Science NSB
We have done up a draft of your Collection & Classification Project in NSB yesterday. What you need to do over the weekend:

• Start collecting the 10 items that you wish to work on.
• Prepare either to use shoebox, vanguard sheet or cardboard to present collection.
• Update the draft in your NSB with the actual classification that you'll be working on.

I'll check the draft again in Week 4.

Scooper Blasting Off @ Science Centre

Science Spelling for Term 1 (Every Tuesday)

Science Spelling will be tested by reading the meaning of the words or reading a sentence with blanks for pupils to fill in with the spelling words.

Pupils will need to know the spelling and write the word. Science Spelling will be done in the Nature Study Book.

So, do study the meaning of the words.

Here's the schedule for Term 1 Science Spelling:

Living/Non-living Things
No. 1-10 => Week 4 (26 Jan), Tuesday
No. 11-20 => Week 5 (2 Feb), Tuesday

Plants
No. 1-10 => Week 6 (11 Feb), Thursday (due to CNY Holiday)
No. 11-20 => Week 7 (16 Feb), Tuesday

Fungi & Bacteria
No. 1-10 => Week 8 (23 Feb), Tuesday
No. 11-20 => Week 9 (1 Mar), Tuesday

Maths WB Chapter 2 Practice 2 & 3

Page 29-34 is due Friday, 22 Jan.

Instructions to Term 1 Science Alternative Assessment

Topic: Classifying Things

1.    Collect at least 10 different and inexpensive items. (No printing of pictures from internet)

2.    Classify the items by using a classification diagram in the Science Nature Study book as a draft work. An example is shown below. There should be a heading and sub-headings. You can classify the items using shapes, texture, body coverings, etc. 

Example of a classification diagram

3.  Present your classification of the collected items using a shoebox with dividers placed inside or paste the items on a vanguard sheet or cardboard. Label all items clearly.

4.  Start: Anytime you're ready. 

Deadline: 12 Feb, Week 6

Maths WB Chapter 2 Practice 1

Pg 25 - 28 is due tomorrow, 20 Jan.

Maths Unit 1 Worksheet 2

Is due tomorrow 19 Jan, Tues

Maths WB Practice 4

Complete pg 21-24.
This is due Monday, 18 Jan.

A reminder to bring your Science Nature Study Book on Monday as well. 

NSB Science: Classifying Food in the School Canteen

We had taken time out of the classroom today to explore the food in the School Canteen.

Homework

• Complete your classification of the canteen food in as many ways as you can find. 
• You may use a classification table, mind-map, classification diagrams/flowchart or drawings to complete your classification.

This is due on Monday, 18 Jan. Do remember to bring your NSB even though you have no Science lesson. 

Theses are some ideas shared by your classmates today:

1. I classify by the different types of food. (Malay, Chinese, Indian, Vegetarian)
2. I classify by the price of the food. (50 cents, $1, $1.50, $2)
3. I classify by the portion of each food. (Small, Medium, Large)

Think of other ways to classify the food. 

Maths Workbook Practice 2

Homework: To complete page 9-14

This is due Friday, 15 Jan.

Maths WB Practice 1

Pg 7-10 is due on Monday (11 Jan)

Science NSB Homework

What I need to understand about Diversity

• Think about what you have read about living and non-living things.
• Write down 5 interesting questions that you have about Diversity.
• These questions are those that you may not have an answer to.

Reminder

• Pupils who have not sign and gotten parents to acknowledge and sign on the commitment to safety page behind the NSB cover page, please do so by tomorrow.

More about yourself

Complete the write-up in the coloured paper given to you today. You may draw a picture of yourself or paste a photo of yourself in the rectangular box.

Here's a picture of the format of the design.

This will be put up in class as part of the classroom decorations.

Buddy Leader Program (Day 1)

Science Assignment in Nature Study Book (NSB)

Commitment to Safety (At the back of the cover page)

• You have been briefed today on the Science Lab Safety rules. 
• Complete this section by signing and getting your parents to acknowledge by signing as well.

Content Page (on the first lined page)

My Idea about Diversity (on the first blank page)

What do you know about Diversity? There are some ideas to help you get started.

• Draw a picture that represent Diversity.
• Draw a comic strip about Diversity.
• Write a story about Diversity.
• Do up a mind-map on diversity.
• List down as many words related to Diversity that you can think of. (Word Splash)

Take a stroll in your neighborhood, observe what you see. Diversity can be anything from animals, insects, plants, flowers to materials. A good diversity of living and non-living things make up the environment that we live in. 

Your task is to be done on 1 blank page. This is due Thursday 6 Jan. 

Important Matter for Term 1 Week 1

Dear parents & pupils of 3A,

Welcome to 3A Class Blog!

These are some important matter for Week 1.

Principal's Letter & 3A Welcome letter  were given out to pupils today.

Temperature taking on Thursday (7 Jan). Bring thermometer on Tuesday & Wednesday for me to check that it's working.

Classroom Decoration on Friday (8 Jan, 2pm)

• The theme for the classroom decoration is in line with the Class Promise (GELARE) contributed by pupils today. 
• Decoration can be anything to do with "Ice-Cream" and "Dessert"
• There will be a best classroom decoration competition based on "Green" elements displayed (using recycled materials) and uniqueness of the decoration.
• Feel free to contribute recycled items such as newspaper, toilet rolls, cereal boxes, etc
• Parents who are free to help out, drop me an email @ jocelyn.kohpeili@gmail.com 

Young Scientist Magazine Subscription Form

• Bring the completed form and attached money to submit to the vendor's booth on  7 or 8 Jan (9.30am to 2pm)
• Your are encouraged to make cheque payment to avoid pupils carrying a lot of cash in their bag.
• FAS/SAC pupils only need to submit the form to the vendor's booth on 7 or 8 Jan. 

Homework File

• Please ensure that pupils have a proper homework file that can separate different subjects' work for items to be more organised. 
• The main subjects are English, Mathematics, Science, Mother Tongue, Letters by school, Consent form, CCA Matters.

Working in groups on the Class Promise

Welcome Letter to Parents of 3A

4 January 2016

Dear Parent/Guardian,

Welcome to Class 3A! As the teachers of 3A, we are excited to get to know you, and I am looking forward to a happy and productive time with the class.

We would have certain hopes and expectations of our pupils. Our main goals for the class are to impart values to your child and build life-long independent and disciplined learners.  We hope to work together with you in order to achieve these goals.

The school takes attendance seriously. Whenever your child is absent, a medical certificate (MC) from the doctor or a parental note to explain the absence is required. Your child can pass the MC or note to me upon his/her return to school. Please also indicate clearly if he/she is to be excused from PE lessons as advised by the doctor. If I do not get a note from home, the absence will be marked as unexcused.

When any problems arise in the classroom, we will make a complete effort to resolve the matter individually with the pupil. If we are unable to resolve the problem, then we often ask parents for their support and assistance. Together, we can usually solve the problem early and get pupils pointed in the right direction. If there is a recurring behaviour issue or an issue that needs to be brought to your attention, we will let you know, preferably in person or over the phone. As such, we would appreciate it if you can update us should there be any change in contact numbers.

Please support us by reviewing the attached list of class promise, homework policy and other information with your child.

If you have any questions or concerns, you can leave a message at the school office at 64824650. Alternatively, you can email me at jocelyn.kohpeili@gmail.com and jayapriya_kanagasundram@moe.edu.sg. The school will continue to send out letters to parents through the students to disseminate important information. We have set up our class blog at the following address: http://edp-2016-3a.blogspot.com. We will post up notices and pictures of the students from time to time. Let us work together to make this year a fruitful one! Wishing you a blessed New Year in 2016!

Yours Sincerely,

Mrs Jocelyn Tan-Koh Pei Li (Form teacher, Mathematics and Science teacher of 3A)

Ms Priya (English teacher of 3A)

Classroom Promise

The pupils came up with a classroom theme, “Gelare”. Following that, they worked in groups to list down the class promise using the acronym “Gelare”.

• Greet your teachers politely
• Extend your knowledge
• Listen attentively
• Always complete our work on time
• Read extensively
• Ever-ready to endure any difficulties

Homework Policy

Homework assignments will be given and written on the class whiteboard and pupils are expected to write it down in their Pupil Handbook. Pupil Handbook will be given to all pupils. We will also upload information regarding homework on the class blog as well. We would highly encourage you to “follow” the class blog so that you can help to remind your child about the homework. Ensure that your child is equipped with a homework file to keep all worksheets and handouts in. Please ensure that your child completes and hands in the homework to the respective teachers on time. Similarly, for handouts which require input from parents, please ensure that the handouts are filled in and sent back to the school the next day, through your child.

All completed work will be marked and corrections will be done in class before they are sent back home with the pupil. Pupils who are unable to complete their corrections will be allowed to complete them at home. Homework can be given as form of written work or online assignments in our Learning Management System via http://www.lead.com.sg/.

In addition, the Pupil Handbook serves as a communication tool between parents and teachers. Important announcements (remedial, signing of documents, short notes to parents) will be recorded by pupils in their handbook. Do spend several minutes each day to check your child’s handbook to ensure that your child has completed his/her assigned homework. You can sign beside the contents to indicate that you have read and noted them.

Recess

Please ensure that your child has money to buy food during recess, if he/she does not have packed food. Our class will go for first recess this year at 9.45a.m. At 10.10a.m, pupils will assemble in the school hall before proceeding back to the classroom for lessons.

Collection of books

Do ensure names are written on the following items and hand them in by 7 January 2016 (Thursday):

1 Math file (Blue)	1 English Worksheet file (red)
1 Math single-lined exercise book	1 English Composition file (red)
Math Workbook 3A Part 1	1 English single-lined exercise book
1 Science file (Green)	Companion Booklet 1-3
Science Diversity Activity Booklet	Vocabulary Booklet 1
Science Nature Study Book	Listening Comprehension Book