October
2, 2014
Dear Families,
It
has been a wonderful beginning to October and a fast week for us here at
school. We have had an interesting week of Earth and Geography Study.
This week, while
we continue our continent research, we have also included a study of land
formations. A most
interesting one we have come across is an “isthmus”…
mostly because we like having it roll off our tongues. Not sure what an isthmus is? … ask your
kiddo! We also will begin making the base for our Earth globes and
are getting ready to paper mache next week. We would love parent volunteers for this (messy!)
activity. Interested…? Please send in a note!
In Math we have moved on to Unit 2. This unit builds upon addition and subtraction fact
knowledge taught in second grade. Being able to recall the basic facts correctly and quickly
will serve each student well. You
could help at home with playing card games involving adding numbers. The EveryDay Math site has some fun one
as well.
We continue to build and talk about good reading habits during our Reading
Workshop time. Lots of
thought into choosing books that interest us as readers, good discussion about why
readers might abandon a book, and the importance of reading wide awake and
alert. Our read aloud, Poppy, continues to offer great opportunity
to talk and share our thinking about the plot, character motives, problems and
possible solutions. The book talks
continue to be lively and interesting.
Lastly, next week is Fire Prevention Week. Our class will walk down to the fire
station on Thursday afternoon for review of fire safety and to check out the fire
trucks. Also just a reminder that next Friday is a Staff Development Day (no
school for kids) and Monday is holiday!
Enjoy the weekend~