Mrs. Iman's Class
Contact: Katie.iman@sepanthers.org
Phone: 740-774-2003 EXT 71207
Class Facebook Page: http://on.fb.me/1e957I0
Social Studies
Social Studies |
Jan. 19th- 23rd
Student Spotlight
McKenzie Pickell
McKenzie enjoys riding her bike and playing outside. Her favorite food is steak and her favorite drink is water. When she grows up she wants to be a teacher.
Dates to Remember/Homework:
Anything not completed in class will be sent home for homework. If that happens, I will post on our class Facebook page. Please join our class Facebook page @ "Mrs. Iman's 4th Grade"
No School January 19th for MLK Day.
In Class this Week
We will be studying the 13 colonies this week in class.
Please check Progress Book regularly to track your child's progress. The nine weeks ended on January 16th.
Reading: Unit 4 Week 2
Jan. 19th - 23rd
Weekly Homework
Complete the daily reading each night. (Due Daily) NO READING THURSDAY NIGHT
Study for spelling test this Friday.
Study for vocab test this Friday.
Essential Question:
Why do we need government?
Spelling
Unit 4 Week 2 Changing y to i
Main Selection
See How They Run
Paired Selection
The Birth of American Democracy
Vocab Strategies
Greek and Latin Roots
Reading Skills & Strategies:
Ask and Answer Questions - asking questions before, during, and after reading to help understand the text.
Cause and Effect - the cause is the reason something happens, the effect is what happens as a result.
Headings - names the topic of each section of text
Pronunciation - the way in which a word is pronounced or said aloud
Homographs - words that are spelled thew same but have a different meaning or pronunciation
Homophones - words that are pronounced the same but have a different meaning or spelling.
Vocabulary Words:
democracy - a government that is run by the people who live under it
amendments - formal changes
commitment - a sense of obligation toward something
compromise - means to reach an agreement by having each side give up part of their demands
eventually - means in the end or finally
legislation - laws that are made or passed
privilege - a special right or benefit held by a certain group of people.
version - an account given in a particular way
Spelling Words: Unit 4 Week 2
funnier | jumpier |
families | emptier |
pennies | merrier |
worried | applied |
replied | cozily |
varied | sorriest |
marries | prettily |
carries | lazier |
easily | happiest |
silliest | dizziest |
A Legacy for Equality
Martin Luther King Jr. was an important person in American history because he stood up for what was right. He was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia. When he was growing up, he saw that Black people were treated unfairly just because of the color of their skin. But instead of just accepting it, he decided to do something about it.
We celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day to remember how he worked hard for equality and fairness. Dr. King believed strongly in using peaceful ways to make things better. He thought that love and nonviolent protests could help change unfair rules.
One big reason we remember Dr. King is because of his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. He gave this speech during a big march in 1963 in Washington, D.C. In his speech, he said he dreamed of a world where everyone would be treated the same, no matter what they looked like. This speech inspired many people to join him in fighting for fairness.
Dr. King didn’t just talk about change; he took action. He organized marches, protests, and boycotts to show that people wanted things to be fair for everyone. Because of his hard work, laws were changed to stop unfair treatment. For example, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 made it illegal to treat people differently because of their race.
Even when people were mean to him or tried to stop him, Dr. King stayed strong and peaceful. His dedication to fairness and equality earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. This award is given to people who work hard to make the world a better place.
Martin Luther King Jr. was not just a dreamer; he was also a doer. He believed that even kids could make a difference, so he encouraged everyone to stand up for what’s right. He wanted people to treat each other with kindness and respect, no matter their skin color.
Dr. King’s legacy lives on in the laws that changed because of his efforts. His dream of equality for all is something we still strive for today. When we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we’re not just remembering the past; we’re also thinking about how we can make a better future together.
Dr. King’s dream was for everyone to live in peace and harmony. He believed that if we all work together, we can make the world a better place for everyone. So, let’s honor his memory by being kind to one another and standing up for what’s right, just like he did.
Every year, on January 15th, we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day to remember all the good things he did for our country. It’s a time for us to think about how we can keep working together to make our communities fair and kind for everyone, just like Dr. King wanted. We do this by treating others with respect, helping those in need, and always standing up against unfairness and injustice. Dr. King’s message of love and equality continues to inspire people all around the world to work toward making his dream a reality.