Kellan reviewed the properties of minerals: hardness, color, luster and streak. He read about igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rock. We observed igneous rock in the lab.
For today's daily review, Kellan completed in/out tables using the division rule, solved a multiplication word problem, and took a timed 6s fact check. Then, he finished an adding and subtracting with regrouping fluency practice maze. Finally, he continued with the lesson on using multiplication to find equivalent equations.
Kellan and I discussed the key considerations for launching a Kickstarter campaign, particularly one involving a book or graphic novel. I advised Kellan to incorporate a well-defined story arc to enhance coherence for readers and supporters. Emphasizing the importance of substantial content, I recommended a book-length ranging from 32 to 40 pages. Kellan opted to utilize a three-part story he had been developing, both in terms of narrative and artwork. I offered suggestions to enrich and strengthen his storyline.
Kellan read about minerals and their properties: luster, hardness and color. We investigated sedimentary and metamorphic rock samples in the lab, noticing their different properties.
Kellan located the 4 southwest states on the U.S. map. He read and discussed interesting facts about the 4 states. He drew caricatures of the 4 states and their capitals.
This morning, Kellan worked on a unit fluency practice on adding and subtracting whole numbers with regrouping, using sums and differences within a given range to complete a maze. He also solved a division word problem and deciphered his quotient and the amount left over. The lesson focused on using multiplication to generate equivalent fractions. Kellan filled in missing numbers to find equivalent fractions and wrote two equivalent fractions for each given fraction.
