Math Facts

Hello Families,

Last Friday, we began timed math facts.  The children are given 20 math problems and are timed to see how many they can complete within one minute.  They are also responsible for graphing their results.  The expectation is by the 3rd quarter the children will complete 10 addition facts 0-5 in one minute and 5 subtraction facts 0-5 in one minute.

If you are looking for a fun way to practice math facts, visit Math Magician.
Click on Level One, addition or subtraction.
Click on Mixed Level 1 and have your child type their name in the box.
Click on the fingers to start.

Have fun!!

Warmly,
Mrs. C.

What a week!

Dear Families,

Whatta week!

This past week is the kind of week I really love.  There were so many meaningful moments that were applicable to our learning goals.  Deepest appreciation to Mrs. Gay and Mrs. Packman who helped bring these moments to life for the children.

We have been reading Pancakes, Pancakes and Pancakes for Breakfast in order to align with the following Kindergarten Common Core Standards:

RL.K.1>>>I can ask questions about text I read or someone else reads to me.
RL.K.2>>>I can retell stories I have read in my own words.
RL.K.3>>>I can identify characters, setting, and details in a story I've read or listened to.
RL.K.4>>>I can ask and answer questions about words I do not know when I read.
RL.K.5>>>I can tell the difference between fiction, nonfiction, and poetry.
RL.K.6>>>I can tell what an author and an illustrator does.
RL.K.7>>>I can match the illustration with the story.
RL.K.9>>>I can compare story characters and events.
RL.K.10>>>I can participate in group reading activities.


I modeled how to make pancakes and the children had to write an informative paper on how to do it and that is when we incorporated writing standard K.W.8 where the children recalled information from experiences to answer a question.

Celebrating Dr. Seuss was fun!  In conjunction with standard RF.K.2, the children recognized and produced their own rhymes inspired by Dr. Seuss' Green Eggs and Ham.

I was inspired by this take on the green "egg" for the kiddos:

This coming week is full of me trying to complete math and reading assessments, some of which are done individually.  This can sometimes be a challenge to delivering meaningful, learning experiences.  But that doesn't mean we will be thwarted!!

Thank you for your faith in me.

Warmly,
Mrs. C.

Living Museum Details

Hello Families,

The famous American posters are fantastic!  I wanted to provide details again for this exciting day.

When:  Friday, March 15, 2013

The Living Museum will be open from 9:30 -10:45 for parents and family members to visit.  From 10:45 -11:30, other classes will stop by the gym to tour the museum.

Where:  Small Gym

Who:  The students will dress up and present reports based on famous Americans.  Families are invited to visit the Living Museum at that time to participate in a self-guided tour.  You must check in at the Front Office and get a visitor pass to attend the Living Museum.


Can't wait to see you!
Warmly,
Mrs. C.

Living Museum

Dear Families,

In conjunction with our Social Studies standards, the children are learning how to use and create a timeline.  They are also listening to stories about people in the past who have shown character ideas such as honesty, courage, and responsibility.  An extension of this learning is the Living Museum project.

Please be sure to turn in who your child has selected to create a time line and represent at the Living Museum.

Warmly,
Mrs. C.



 

Curriculum Connections

This is our focus this week:

• Science:  How do things move?
• Social Studies:  How do I use and create a timeline to tell about important Americans? 
• Reading:  Identify basic similarities and differences between two texts on the same topic
• Math:  Addition from 0 -5 

Warmly,
Mrs. C.

Conference Schedule

Hello Families,

The week of February 11th - 15th is Parent Conference Week.  You will receive a form where you can select a day and time for your 15 minute conference. Choices will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.  Confirmation of the date reserved will be sent home at least one week before the conference.  If the dates and times do not work for you, please call me and I will be happy to work with your schedule.

See you soon,
Mrs. C.

Important Dates

 Families,





These are upcoming dates you will want to take note of:

• January 18th:  No school for students
• January 21st:  Martin Luther King's Birthday - No school for students
• January 23rd - 25:  Report cards are issued

Thanks,
Mrs. C.