Constructed Response Questions

LearnZillion is a website that offers instructional videos on just about any topic taught in school. We are currently exploring how to answer constructed response questions to prepare for Milestones testing. Click the image below to watch the first video in the constructed response series, then click here for lessons about how to find and record evidence, writing a topic sentence and more.

Inspired by a New York Times campaign about truth, each student chooses one that speaks to the heart, then writes an opinion piece supported by reasons and compelling anecdotes.

It's no surprise many are drawn to the topic of play:

From dreams and messes, to emotional awareness, listen to more truths:

What's In A Name?

One of this year's first read alouds is My Name is Yoon, written by Helen Recorvits. According to Literacyhead.com, it "captures all the anxiety of a new school, new friends, and a new teacher, approaching them with 'Shining Wisdom.'"  The story fits well within culture, movement/migration, and location, three 3rd grade social studies themes.  

Inspired by the book, the first narratives of the year are all about names. They are currently on display outside the classroom, so stop by to discover the stories behind our names.