Sunday, September 30, 2018

October 1-5

Here is what we will be learning in the classroom and discussing:

Science- We will be learning and discussing magnets.

Social Studies- We will be learning about goods and services as well as scarcity.

Language Arts- We will continue to discuss wordless stories with different examples of these types of books. We will look through the pictures as a group and discuss retelling the story from beginning to the end. We will also discuss the characters, setting, etc. We will continue to work on narrative writing. We are working on punctuation and capitalization in our writing as well as other times to review punctuation marks. We will continue to work on Daily 5 skills and expectations during this time. I will work with small groups on guided reading skills during this time. The children have been working hard during this time. I am so proud of their hard work and accomplishments!

Math- We will be working on numbers to 120 and higher. We will be continue with strategy of counting on and work on using a number line. We will also be discussing measurement with nonstandard units during this time.

Reminders for Classroom/Important Dates:
  • Picture Day is Thursday October 4th.
  • Your child needs a healthy snack each day.
  • Please be sure to empty your child's take home folder each night for important information and to see what your child is working on.
  • Monday, 10/1- Conference sheets Come Home
  • Tuesday, 10/2 – 8:15-9:15 Coffee and Conversations with Mrs. Hallmark and Mr. Cohen
  • Tuesday 10/2- Zaxby's Night 5-8
  • Please be sure to turn in your child's yellow reading challenge sheet if your child completed the task.
  • Thanks for your time and support with homework. It really does make a difference. The children did a great job with the continents and oceans!
  • October 10 is Walk to School Day!
  • October 11 is Early Release Day at 12:15.
  • Conference Week is October 15-19. Early Release schedule during this time.
  • Always be sure to check the Addison website for many other upcoming events and dates!