This week we spent time preparing for student- led conferences as well as continuing with work to share with you! Students took turns visiting the aquarium and making predictions on what trout species they think is in the tank.
We also read a variety of books about ocean life!
After watching a video about what the world would be like without water, we brainstormed as a class our ideas. Students then responded to the the writing prompt "In a world without water"...
We also began drafting letters to Earth, inspired but the book Dear Earth from your Friends in Room 5.
In word work we continued with our grade 1/2 groupings at the end of the day. Each group is working on different concept with their teacher, allowing our grade team to meet our students at their individual level.
During word work within our classroom we began learning about parts of speech through the Montessori grammar boxes and symbols. We started with nouns and adjectives. Ask your child what the symbols are for nouns and adjectives! (and why!)
In math we completed a parallel addition task to the one completed in January to see our learning over the past few months.
We also began a "Shopping Spree" math project! Students are able to choose their just right level of budget ($20, $50, and $100) to spend. Looking at grocery and book flyers, their goal is to try and spend as close to their budget as possible without going over.
In Social Studies we continued with out communities pages. They are looking great!
Here are some responsible work choices students made this week!
Tai-Chi
I am happy to share that we will be hosting a residency next Thursday morning for room 8 and 13. Sifu Greenhall, Ms. Greenhall’s dad will be coming in to teach students about the art and practice of Tai-Chi as well as mindfulness. Sensei Greenhall has over 50 years of experience teaching and learning through martial arts including within the CBE. His focus with students will be introducing yin (calm) and yang (active) movements. We are hoping to have him in more frequently as the weather gets warmer and we are able to take our practice outside. Please ensure your child wears comfortable clothing on Thursday to support their movements. We are looking forward to this experience!
Home Reading Books
A gentle reminder to please send your child's home reading books back to school for exchange. We share these books with all the grade 1/2 students so returning these books for other students to use is greatly appreciated! Thank you!
Have a great weekend,
Ms. Greenhall
Upcoming Dates
Every Tuesday : Tea Time
Home Reading andLibrary Books : Students can exchange as needed
Monday, March 6th - Monday, March 13th : Hybrid Book Fair
Friday, March 17th: St. Patrick’s Day
Monday, March 20th: First day ofSpring
Thursday, March 23rd: Fun Lunch
Monday, March 27th-Friday, March 31st: SPRING BREAK
Khan Academy Kids
Our class is now signed up on the the Khan Academy Kids App. This app has literacy and math activities and is an excellent resource for students. We will be using it as an additional option at our "Listening to Reading" and "Math with Technology" stations during Daily L.A. and Math Stations. Here is our classroom login information if you would like your child to practice at home:
Please note that when in a topic you may need to switch between "grade 1" and "grade 2" to reflect your child's needs. Happy learning!
EPIC Reading
Our class code is: ypq1713
Prodigy Login
Please let me know if you would like your child's prodigy login information and I can email it to you!
Scholastic Book Flyers
Looking to shop for books online through Scholastic year round? I have set up a scholastic account for our class! Happy reading!
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