Good evening! I hope everyone had a great weekend and was able to enjoy the wonderful weather.
We had such a busy week last week getting ourselves ready for the Responsibility Rap! Our class, along with Mrs. Hynes' second graders, put on an outstanding performance on Friday morning for the school. In addition to the performance, Mrs. Berry gave the students a mission for the upcoming weeks: to go out and find ways to demonstrate responsibility at school and at home. I encourage all of you to have a conversation with your child about what responsibility could look like both in both of these settings.
And now...check out our awesome rap stars (and giggle a bit at how much the teachers enjoy themselves as well)! http://www.edline.net/pages/lemmeschool/News/Responsibility_Rap__
Quick Curriculum Update:
Math: Students are learning new methods for adding and subtracting multi-digit numbers. We practiced the Partial-Sums addition method last week. We are working on the Counting-Up and Trade-First methods for subtraction this week. Students should be practicing their basic facts by using their triangle flashcards at least three times per week.
Reading/Language Arts: We are focusing on using text and graphic features to help us analyze and evaluate pieces of literature this week during both large and small group reading. Our phonics and spelling lessons are based on three-letter cluster words (scr-, str-, spr-, thr-). Just a reminder...spelling lists go home every Monday and posttests are on Fridays. The class will complete the Fall District Writing Assessment this week.
Science: The Electric Circuits science unit is so much fun! The students have been introduced to new materials to help them build circuits: bulb sockets, battery holders, and Fahnstock clips. They learned the steps to take for troubleshooting incomplete circuits. Today, partners used circuit testers on a variety of items to identify whether they are conductors or insulators. Ask your child for more details!
Have a great week!
Thanks for all of your support at home!
Mrs. Johnsen
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