Week of Sept. 25th



This week with the goverment proclaiming Sept. 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, our learning intention in the classroom was to take the time to learn, recognize and honour residential school survivors, their families and communities. Through the use of some wonderful age-appropriate books, the students had some very respectful and mature conversations about our Canadian history. When we discussed why we wear orange shirts, it was a wonderful surprise to see how much awareness the children had with regard to our past history and the treatment our indigenous community faced. The students expressed many ideas as to why the preservation of a culture is important and how reflecting on our past helps us to do better in the future. 

Our conversations this week also connected to the importance of community.  We discussed what a community is, how being a part of a community feels and what unique communities we belong to that help support our own individuality and identity. 

How do you feel when you are a part of a community?  (As shared by the grade 3 students in room 8) 

Happy

Confident

Like I can make new friends

Brave because I can try things I have never done before

Freedom to be me

It makes me feel normal 

I feel grateful 

I feel smart 

Respected

Like I belong

I feel positive 

Included

Less scary

At peace 

Peaceful

Strong

Cared for

Appreciated 

Listened to 

Not disturbed 


Please take a look at a few of the videos we watched below. 

https://youtu.be/E3vUqr01kAk?si=QRfMWlAd2eNGu8fb

https://youtu.be/WEj5vjc2EDk

https://youtu.be/CISeEFTsgDA

https://youtu.be/Sdi6eCrfzlY              


In Science this week, we have begun to explore how plants and animals interact with each other in various environments. Before learning about food chains, we introduced the concept of a Venn Diagram and how to use it to categorize animals as herbivores, omnivores or carnivores. This week, we will continue to extend our learning and discuss the role of producers and consumers. 







Our week's spelling words to practice

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