Hello 1C Parents and Families,
The children are well into their curriculum and are quickly proving that they are super first graders. We have spent a great deal of time working on classroom procedures, manners, organization, and just basic adjustment to life in first grade. I am looking forward to discussing your child's individual progress when we meet at this time next month for Parent/ Teacher Conferences.
Last week I had the pleasure of meeting with Mrs. Thomas and Mrs. Black, our class Homeroom parents. We discussed some plans for the school year. Thank you for taking time to complete the survey about volunteering. It was so wonderful to see that many parents are interested in helping in some way this school year. Our homeroom parents are working to give parents opportunities to have a chance to help. Our first big event is our Pumpkin Day which will be on Oct. 29th. Please contact a HR Parent if you are interested in helping in class or donating a pumpkin for the activities.
Curriculum Update
SUPERKIDS: We are about to start Unit 4 in the program. In addition to reading and listening to stories we will be working on the following skills and concepts: ng, le, ed endings, er endings and using un as a prefix. We will be focusing on plot, sequencing, problem/solution, patterned poems, writing activities using our senses, reading with natural phrasing, nouns and verbs, and oral comprehension.
In addition to handwriting and spelling practice we will start Writer's Workshop! The children will be writing their first stories about a magical pumpkin seed. We will brainstorm, draft, edit, and publish our stories. This process will be great preparation for the years to come!
Math- In math we are working on doubles addition facts with sums to 18, story problems, attributes of pattern blocks, angles and sides or shapes, using a balance scale, finding patterns to problem solve, ordering numbers, estimating and measuring using standard and nonstandard units.
Religion- The students have been assigned an All Saint's Day project which is due on October 27, 2009. Please be sure to send in a picture of your child's saint along with their completed information sheet. If you should have any trouble finding a picture please let me know and I would be glad to help you find one. We will be making a wonderful project to celebrate our saints for the All Saint's Day parade following the Mass on October 30th at 10:00 AM!
In class our units of study focus on Jesus as a member of a family, The Holy Family, and Jesus worked among the people, teaching us to Love God, Love Others, and Love Ourselves. Key words are: Christmas, Holy Family, and Trust.
Social Studies and Science- We are learning all about habitats, basic needs of people and animals, needs vs. wants, fire safety, and changes in neighborhoods over time. The class is very excited about our habitats work. We will be picking a specific habitat and making a project in early November. Be on the lookout for more information soon.
In addition to regular classwork the children have enjoyed learning centers. Hands on activities are a big hit in first grade. We have been completing science centers, stamping words, creating books, and completing art projects. Ask you child about the centers that they have enjoyed so far!
Classroom Wish List: Donations for the following would be appreciated! Coffee filters (the pleated edge type- white), basic brown clipboards (8), basic thin white paper plates small and dinner size, food coloring (yellow, red, blue, green) and basic brown lunch bags. If you wish to donate any of these items please email me or comment below with your name and item you'd like to donate! Thank you!
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