Monday, October 22, 2012

This Week in Core - October 22, 2012

Language Arts
Spelling & Vocabulary
"Port" = to carry
deport (v):  to carry or send away from a country; to banish
export (v):  to carry out of the country
import (v):  to carry into the country
portable (adj):  capable of being easily carried
portage (n):  the route over which boats and supplies are carried overland from one lake or river to another
porter (n):  an attendant who carries travelers' luggage for them
portfolio (n):  a case for carrying loose papers
report (n):  a collection of writing that carries information to be shared again with someone new
support (v):  to carry the weight of something
transport (v):  to carry something from one place to another

A spelling practice sheet is available for students wanting to practice their spelling during the week (this is an optional activity).

Students will create flashcards in class -- please practice your words daily!

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