Thursday, October 3, 2013
Working with Ipads
This week we had our first week working with Ellen Matthews on Technology. Students were introduced to the new cart of ipads that we have at the school. They used an app called "Scribble Press". Check out the pictures below:
UA Curriculum Night
Save the date:
October 22, 2013
6:30- 7:30 pm
6:30- 7:30 pm
Unified Arts Curriculum Night
An opportunity to meet the unified arts
teachers, visit the classrooms, and learn about each program through student work, and hands on
activities.
This evening is for parents and students.
More details to follow.
This evening is for parents and students.
More details to follow.
Friday, September 27, 2013
Week of September 27th
The past couple of weeks in Social Studies we created balloons that have information about ourselves such as our favorite dinner, our favorite subject, if we had could have one wish what would it be, if we could meet a famous person who would it be, our favorite instrument, and something that we are proud of. On Monday we had the opportunity to share what we wrote and show off our decorated balloons. Check out the pictures of us sharing in the slide show. Ask your child about what they shared.
In math we have been working with non-standard units. We measured objects in the classroom with popsicle sticks and unifix cubes. We also had a lesson on measuring a jump rope with various student feet. We talked about why we were getting different answers and how important it is to use an object that is the same length when measuring and how it is important to have no gaps and not overlap when measuring.
In Reader's Workshop, we have been talking about how readers are like runners. They practice to get better and they set goals to help them get better. We are working our way up so that we can sustain quiet reading for the whole Reader's Workshop. We are doing pretty well with reading for 30-35 minutes. We are also continuing to work on finding our "Just Right" books. Next week we will begin our reading groups. Check out the pictures of us reading during Reader's Workshop.
In Writing this week we started our "Small Moment" stories. We are working on stretching a small moment of time over 3 pages. We talked about how we need to come up with an idea, find the book we would like to write it in, plan out what we want to say by touching each page and saying what will go on it, then sketching the important parts and finally getting our words down on the paper.
Also I wanted to let families know that we practiced a drill today that was originally known as an intruder drill but we now say "Clear the Hallways and Secure the building" in case questions come up at home. This is a drill we practice in case there is ever a threat to students/staff members. If you have any questions, please let me know. I don't want to post details on-line.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Nancy
In math we have been working with non-standard units. We measured objects in the classroom with popsicle sticks and unifix cubes. We also had a lesson on measuring a jump rope with various student feet. We talked about why we were getting different answers and how important it is to use an object that is the same length when measuring and how it is important to have no gaps and not overlap when measuring.
In Reader's Workshop, we have been talking about how readers are like runners. They practice to get better and they set goals to help them get better. We are working our way up so that we can sustain quiet reading for the whole Reader's Workshop. We are doing pretty well with reading for 30-35 minutes. We are also continuing to work on finding our "Just Right" books. Next week we will begin our reading groups. Check out the pictures of us reading during Reader's Workshop.
In Writing this week we started our "Small Moment" stories. We are working on stretching a small moment of time over 3 pages. We talked about how we need to come up with an idea, find the book we would like to write it in, plan out what we want to say by touching each page and saying what will go on it, then sketching the important parts and finally getting our words down on the paper.
Also I wanted to let families know that we practiced a drill today that was originally known as an intruder drill but we now say "Clear the Hallways and Secure the building" in case questions come up at home. This is a drill we practice in case there is ever a threat to students/staff members. If you have any questions, please let me know. I don't want to post details on-line.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Nancy
Thursday, September 26, 2013
Friday, September 20, 2013
Week of September 16th
It was a very busy week. On Tuesday we got set up for the finger print system in the cafeteria. On Wednesday it was Fire Prevention Day. We had two volunteer Firemen, Brian (Mrs. KillKelley's husband and Steve) come in to our team space to talk to us about what to do in case of a Fire. They talked about how important it is for families to have a place to meet outside in case of fire. They also talked about how children should throw a pillow out their window if they are unable to get out of their bedrooms in case of fire. This will ensure that a fireman will know that they are stuck in their bedrooms. We then had the opportunity to go outside and practice Stop, Drop and Roll and those who wanted to, went into a smokehouse and practiced crawling through being low to the ground. Check out our photos in the Smilebox.
On Thursday we went to Shelburne Farms with the 2nd grade class. We broke up into 4 groups and went on a Scavenger hunt through the trails at Shelburne farms. The groups were very successful on their scavenger hunts. After the scavenger hunt, we all met up in the Farm Barn to check out the animals. Everyone had a fantastic time and it gave time for the 1st graders to get to know some of the 2nd graders a little better. I would like to thank Ali Novak for coming along with us. Check out our photos in the Smilebox.
In math we have been looking at ways to make 10s using our number racks. We are also working on using structure to help us identifying numbers quickly on the number rack, double ten frames, tallies and popsicle sticks grouped into 10s and 1s.
In Writer's and Reader's workshop we continue to get our routines set-up so that we can have successful workshops throughout the year.
On Thursday we went to Shelburne Farms with the 2nd grade class. We broke up into 4 groups and went on a Scavenger hunt through the trails at Shelburne farms. The groups were very successful on their scavenger hunts. After the scavenger hunt, we all met up in the Farm Barn to check out the animals. Everyone had a fantastic time and it gave time for the 1st graders to get to know some of the 2nd graders a little better. I would like to thank Ali Novak for coming along with us. Check out our photos in the Smilebox.
In math we have been looking at ways to make 10s using our number racks. We are also working on using structure to help us identifying numbers quickly on the number rack, double ten frames, tallies and popsicle sticks grouped into 10s and 1s.
In Writer's and Reader's workshop we continue to get our routines set-up so that we can have successful workshops throughout the year.
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Curriculum Night Powerpoint
The Curriculum Night Power Point has been posted to our team page on the School Website.
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