October 15: Weeks in Review

Hello Families,

Fall is finally here!  I hope you are all enjoying our beautiful MI weather!  Long's Farm has been making doughnuts non-stop, so hurry and get yours before they're gone!  😜

We have been busy as always in Room 23.  They Color Run was a huge success this year, raising a lot of money for our school and providing a ton of fun for our kiddos!  

Dylan is brave!

       

Elana isn't afraid!  

  Crayfish are ready to go to a loving    home!! I sent a separate email with information if you are interested in coming to get one to take home.  Please email me with any questions.  

Curriculum Update:

Math: The Unit 1 math test went great!  Your child took his/her home last week and we have started unit 2.  We have covered solving story problems and subtraction strategies in addition to the 2's, 5's, and 10's in multiplication facts.  

Serious Scientist!

Science: We learned about animal adaptations and  studied various animals in different environments.  This week we will cover bones and joints and their functions.  

Claire is working hard!

A beautiful day for snack outdoors!

Reading: We are learning about analyzing characters to better understand a story.  Also, reading groups have started for students to practice skills in a small group at their reading level. 

Book Buzz Update:  Keep encouraging the At Home Reading!  :-)  A Buzz should be filled out after your child finishes a good book.  One buzz every 2 weeks needs to be turned in UNLESS your child is reading a big, huge, book!  :-)  Most kids will need to finish a book this week and do a buzz.  

Writing: Our small moment writing continues to grow.  The students' chose one of their favorite drafts to take to publication. 


If your child doesn't have a box of crayons to have in class, please send one is at your earliest convenience.  :-)  

Have a wonderful week!  

Sincerely,
Kathy Knapp