What we learned in December!

In Reading we focused on themes in fiction texts. Students identified themes, and supported the the themes with evidence from the text.  

In Math we began working on addition and subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators. We used area models, pattern blocks, number lines, and other strategies to find equivalent fractions in order to add or subtract fractions. 


In Writing we began writing personal essays about topics that students feel strongly about. We used many different strategies to brainstorm good topics and details to write about. 

In Science we will continued to explore electricity and electric circuits, as well as magnetism. 

In Social Studies we continued to learn about the development of the government of the United States. We learned about the three branches of government and their roles and purpose in the United States. 

What are we learning during the month of November?

In Reading we will continue to focus on reading non-fiction texts. Students will integrate information from multiple texts on the same topic to write or speak knowledgeably about a topic. Students will continue to work on summarizing texts. 

In Math we will working with multi-digit division with two digit divisors. We will be using many strategies to help solve these problems, including partial quotient and area models. 


In Writing we will be integrating information from multiple sources to write an opinion essay. We will focus on two main topics, "should students be allowed to bring lunch from home?" and "should there be zoos?"

In Science we will begin to explore electricity, including static electricity and circuits. 

In Social Studies we will learn about life in America after the American Revolution and the development of the government of the United States. 

What are we learning in October?

In Reading we will be focusing on reading non-fiction texts. Students will be asked to find key ideas and summarize the texts. They will integrate information from multiple texts on the same topic. 


In Math we will be learning all about decimals. We will learn how to read and write decimals and how to add and subtract decimals using models. 




In Writing we will be integrating information from non-fiction texts to write informative essays and opinion articles. 




In Science will continue to work with force and motion. Students will also learn about energy types and sources. 

In Social Studies we will continue to learn about the many events that lead to the American Revolution. We will focus on specific people that were involved in the Revolution and their point of view of the events. 

5th Grade Fundraiser!

Just a reminder that 5th grade has a Mixed Bags fundraiser from now until October 9th! Help support the 5th grade by purchasing great bags, accessories, kitchen and home items, and more! 

You can purchase directly from the link: Mixed Bags Link

What are we learning this month?

In the month of September, students will start the school year learning many new things!

In Reading we will be focusing on understanding plot structure and quoting accurately from texts. 






In Math we will be finding the volume of rectangular prisms, evaluating expressions using the correct order of operations (PEMDAS), and begin working with decimal place value. 




In Writing we are working on personal narratives. Students will write a true, important story from their own life and take it through the writing process all the way to publishing. 




In Science we are working on defining motion, exploring the types of motion and the relationship between mass, force, and speed. 

In Social Studies we are learning about the many events that lead to the American Revolution. 

Welcome!

Welcome to 5th Grade at Gaithersburg Elementary! We are so excited that you are joining us! Please use this page as a place for information, announcements and upcoming events! We are looking forward to a great year in 5th grade!