The maximum number of spelling words available this week will be 15. That is because students will be responsible for the spelling and the definitions of these words. By Tuesday, students will need to have created mini-flashcards for each of the 20 words. A mini flashcard is created by folding an index card in half (vertically) and cutting it.
1. peculiar (odd or unusual)
2. convicted (to be proven guilty)
3. undecided (to not be sure or certain about a decision)
4. modernized (updated)
5. annual (yearly)
6. duplicate (copy)
7. nick (if you have a nick on a glass, there's a small chip in it)
8. glum (unhappy, a bit sad)
9. drought (the opposite of a flood, not enough or very little water)
10. territory (an area marked off in some way)
11. maintain (keep the same, continue)
12. hunch (a feeling)
13. teeter (to move unsteadily, to be wobbly)
14. recite (to say something)
15. despise (to hate)
Mrs. B
- 4th/5th Grade
- From the University of California, Davis, I graduated with a BA in English Literature (major) and Teacher Education (minor). While at UCD, I competed on the swim team and was a yearbook staff writer. From the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, I earned a Master's Degree in Education, specializing in Curriculum and Instruction. While at the University of the Pacific I also wrote and received a grant for a literacy project and for a travel project. I possess a Clear Multiple Subject teaching credential with Supplementary Authorization in English from the State of California. I have passed the examination for California Teachers of English Learners (CLAD/CTEL) in all three domains. In addition, I am classified as a 'NCLB Highly Qualified Teacher'. For eleven years I have taught fourth grade (and I love it!) My education experiences also include 5th, a 4th/5th combination class, K, 1st, high school varsity/jv sports coaching and a unique & rewarding experience supervising incarcerated dual diagnosis developmentally disabled adults in math and reading activities. I am so excited to work with you this year!!