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December 2009
 * Walk Through America Parent Announcement**

Dear Parents, This year during the winter grading period the fifth grade will research important American figures. We will focus on the years 1600 to 1860. Each student has chosen a historical figure to research in social studies class. We will be instructing the students through the research process upon returning from the Holiday Break. **If you have time over the** **break**, you may wish to do the following:
 * Visit the library/local bookstore to find books.
 * Start thinking about costumes.

We would like to emphasize that **research will not begin until students return to school** as we have a specific, detailed timeline in which we will follow. This research project will be a team effort in which teachers and parents guide the research to produce an **oral** report.

During the school day on February 2, 2010, students will present their oral reports to other grade levels. The students will also participate in activities during the day that correlate to this time period. **Please look for information regarding volunteers needed for this day.**

On the evening of **Thursday, February 2, 2010**, the fifth grade students will present **A WALK THROUGH AMERICA**. Family and friends will be invited to school to meet these famous Americans. Each student will have a specific space for his or her presentation. Students will need help to get a costume together and backdrop that represents their character. Each student will be responsible for a 36 x 48 inch white trifold display board. Limited supplies are available at Staples ($8.29) and Hobby Lobby ($3.99). Students are encouraged to come up with their own creative ideas for a costume.

We look forward to working with you and your child to make the most of this learning opportunity.

Sincerely, The Fifth Grade Team