03/17/2025

 Dear Parents,

Today in class we did the following:

□ 1. Vocabulary words 1 - 20

□ 2. Homework: Vocabulary words 1 – 20 x 4, defs x 1, 5 sentences using 2 vocabulary words.

1. spectators n. – people who watch a public event or performance

2. tourists n. – people who are traveling or visiting a place for pleasure

3. imposing   adj. – grand and impressive in appearance

4. sculpture   n. – the art of making two- or three-dimensional representative or abstract forms, especially by carving stone or wood or by casting metal or plaster

5. frightening adj. – causing fear or alarm; scary

6. health n. – the overall condition of a person's body or mind.

7. hazard v. – a danger or risk

8. engineer n.– a person trained and skilled in designing and building engines, machines, or structures

9. concrete n. – a building material composed of cement, sand, gravel, and water that hardens over time

10. crevices n. – narrow openings or cracks, especially in a rock or wall

11. migrating v. – moving from one region or habitat to another, typically according to the seasons

12. vampires n. – mythical creatures that are said to feed on the blood of the living

13. mythical adj. – existing only in myths; legendary

14. rabies n. – a viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain in humans and mammals

15. protect v. – to keep safe from harm or danger

16. conserve v. – to protect from harm or destruction

17. habitat n. – the natural environment in which a plant or animal lives

18. headquarters n. – the main office or center of control of an organization

19. eliminated v.– completely removed or gotten rid of

20. residents n. – people who live in a particular place

Prepare a one-minute speech about how you feel about elementary school ending. The speech should include the following:

1) Favorite elementary school memories.

2) Favorite elementary school field trips.

3) Favorite subjects and why.

4) How you feel about going to junior high school.

5) How elementary school has prepared you for junior high school.

A hard copy should be prepared for both yourself and for the teacher.