Subject-Verb Agreement

• A myth is a traditional story that

Observation explains a cultural practice or
• Take note of the phenomenon. Myths are enduring
forms of the verbs because of their universal themes.
in italics Most countries have their own
myths. What is surprising is that the
themes and plots of the tales recur in
the myths of other nations. For
example, the story of creation
appears in varied versions in the folk
tales of other cultures
Pre-assessment:
•Answer Skill Building 1 and Skill
Building 2 on pg. 24
•Item analysis
Answers in Skill Building 3
• 2. There are no better cosmetics than truthfulness and modesty.
• 3. Errors are not a faults of knowledge but of judgment.
• 4. Habits are mirrors which reflect one’s character.
• 5. Good laws make it easy to do right.
• 6. Great thoughts put into practice become a great act.
• 7. Free and fair discussions are the hallmarks of friendship.
• 8. Good intentions are sometimes misunderstood.
• 9. Modest doubts are sensible to the wise.
• 10. Good rules punish vice and reward virtues.
• 11. Lost hours are never found again.
• 12.
My Family
• My spouse/partner

• Our children

• Our pets
Hobbies/Interests
• Skiing

• Reading mystery novels

• Photography
Communication
• My email:

• My phone:

• Class web site:

Class Goals
• Learn new skills

• Discover new interests

• Make new friends

• Have fun and support each other

Classroom Community
• Our classroom rules help us get along with each other:
• Be respectful and responsible.
• Be organized and follow directions.
• Be on time.
• Be prepared.
Class Subjects
• Reading and Writing

• Math

• Science and Technology

• Social Studies

• Music and Art

Reading
• Briefly list the reading topics and activities

• How about a book list?

Writing
• Briefly list the writing topics and activities
Math
• Briefly list the math topics and activities
Science and Technology
• Briefly list the science and technology topics and activities
Social Studies
• Briefly list the topics and activities

• How about special projects?

Music and Art
• Briefly list the topics and activities
Homework
• 45 minutes of homework every night.

• Due on Friday morning

• Need extra time? Go to homework club during recess.

Field Trips
• We have lots of fun field trips planned for this year!

• Attend two plays at the Children’s Theater (Reading units)

• Take water samples from river at Maple Grove park (Science unit)

• Tour a bakery (Social Studies unit)

Tardiness
• School starts at 8:15 A.M.

• Running late? Check in at the school office before coming to class.

• If you are tardy four times, the school will contact your parents.
Supplies
Bring these items each day Don’t bring these items

• Number 2 Pencil • Electronic Devices

Resources
• Library

• Computer Lab

• Teacher’s Aide

• Parent Volunteers
Questions?
Let’s Have a
Great Year!