Week of 10/28

Reading
We reviewed our short and long vowel sounds and learned more about why vowels are such an important group of letters. Students learned that vowels make two (or more) sounds, can be found in every word in our language and are "open mouth" sounds. We learned a vowel song to the tune of BINGO. Ask your child to sing the song to you.

Writing
After reading Chinatown by William Low, we brainstormed a class list of places that were special to our families. Children took turns sharing their ideas and giving reasons why their places were so important. Authors engaged in sustained writing time in which they were able to write multiple sentences about their places.  These stories will be shared with you during conferences.

Math
We wrapped up Unit 2 on two-dimensional shapes this week. Students spent time sorting sets of shapes based on attributes such as number of sides or vertices (corners). We then spent the remaining few days working in fun math centers. Students used geometry apps on the iPads, created a scarecrow glyph and used toothpicks and play doh to make shapes. We will begin Unit 3 on Monday, which is all about addition and subtraction. You'll get the family letter in red totes next week.


Upcoming Dates

• There is no school on Monday, November 11th for Veteran's Day.
• There is an early release on Tuesday, November 26th. Students will be dismissed at 12:35pm.
• There is no school from Wednesday, November 27th-Friday, November 29th for Thanksgiving break.
• Parent-teacher conferences have been scheduled! You received a green confirmation notice in red totes this week. I'll send home another reminder note the week of your child's conference.

Thank you,

Mrs. Bradstreet