There is no homework for my class tonight. However, flashcards are due next Friday. I have encouraged students to complete about 10 a night until they are finished. Students may use quizlet.com or paper note cards to complete. 

Our Ecosystems Test will be Friday, Sept. 20. 

The 5th grade teachers have noticed that many students need help with time management. My personal goal is to give students a graded homework assignment about 2 nights a week. Then flashcards and projects can be worked on between those days. Sometimes students have to finish what they started in class that day. Usually I have already given students 30+ minutes to work on it and they can finish homework if they like. (For example, the biome foldable) In class, all 5th grade teachers encourage students to work on any classes homework if the student finishes early. We will help students use their time wisely in order to manage everything.

I have provided a link to a workbook if parents want to keep this at home for their child. It is like a mini-book with lessons related to what we learn in school. Every topic in this workbook will be covered this year. Just thought I would share. It is a great study guide for tests and EOG.

http://www.triumphlearning.com/what-we-offer/science/end-of-grade-coach-gold-edition.html