Hostrawsers Happenings

January 22, 2016

Ms. Hostrawser
Phone: 574-342-2355
lhostrawser@triton.k12.in.us
www.mshostrawser@weebly.com

Words from many cultures

IN Standard 5.6.7- Spell correctly.

Math We are almost done with Topic 11.

We have learned
how to multiply and divide fractions. There will be a Topic 11
test coming up next week.

Reading

We will read Exploding Ants. Animals live in places, and use their bodies in ways that people find unusual or
even disgusting. We will read about a soldier ant that explodes
if they are attacked, spraying a deadly chemical on the attacker.

GrammarWe studying comma use next week.

Writing We are having an Amazing Postcard Race.

We
have written letters to all 50 states and are hoping for a reply
back. We are also working on our state reports. 10 notecards
will be due next Friday.

Spelling This weeks words are homophones.

These words

sound the same, but have different spellings.

Www.spellingcity.com/triton5

Social Studies

We have been studying the southern colonies. There will be a test next week.

Science

We have been learning about the ecosystem and

animal adaptations.

DARE has started! Officer Haskins is our DARE

officer and is coming on Fridays to teach us
about his job, decision making skills, and so
much more!

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Challenge Words
21. counsel
22. council
23. bizarre
24. bazaar
25. patients

Note From the Teacher:

*********Science Fair packets went home. It is a great opportunity to learn and also in-

crease your science grade by a whole letter grade. Judging will be on February 5th.
Valentines Day is around the corner. Send to your friends a special Valentines Day carnation or a small
bouquet. Parents, send a Valentines Day flower and greeting to your child at school as a special treat.
Complete the form sent home which will be attached to the flower/bouquet when delivered. Return the form
with money by Friday, February 11. Checks can be made out to Triton Elementary school. All proceeds benefit
5th grades trip to Camp Amigo. Flowers will arrive and be distributed on Friday, February 12 Colors vary and
the supply is limited!!

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*contact the teacher

*class schedule
*nightly homework
*upcoming events
*websites to visit
*class photos

Upcoming Dates

February 5...Science Fair

February 12..Valentines Day Party
February 15..Make-up school Day
February 15..Bowling in Warsaw
February 19..Muffins for Moms

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