We started our Non-Fiction unit. We are learning to look at all parts of the book when reading. We are learning many features about nonfiction books. Ask you child about: the table of contents, glossary, index, captions and structure of nonfiction books. The children are learning they do not have to start at the beginning to read a nonfiction book. Many children are growing as readers. Make sure to read every night with your child books that are "just-right."
Writing: We started our new unit: Nonfiction Reports, All About. The students are writing all about a topic and including many features of nonfiction books. They are learning to include captions on pictures, a table of contents and/or a glossary. We are learning about transition words: first, second, next, then, fourth, last, finally. We continue to learn about spelling patterns and how words work. We have finished short vowels: a, i, o, u. We started short e on Monday, Nov. 4th.
Next will be blends and digraphs.
Math: We finished our Math Geometry Chapter. The students took a test and brought it home. This is not the only way I assess students. I write notes on student work, check worksheets and give quick quizzes to make sure students understand the topics covered. If a student does not master a skill, I will work with them until they do! Next is Numbers to 20 and then Addition and Subtraction to 20.
We will use place value charts to understand what numbers mean. For example, 13 means 1 ten and 3 ones.
Science: We learned about Pumpkins and their life cycle to finish up the life cycle of plants. Our plants have made seed pods. Did you know that all pumpkins float! The extra large ones can be used as boats, too. We will start Solids and Liquids in January.
Social Studies: We will start Maps and Globes this week. We will learn about the compass rose and the birds eye view of maps. Before Thanksgiving we will learn why people immigrate to another country like the Pilgrims. In December we will learn about Rules and Laws and why people vote.
Looking Ahead:
Book Orders due: Friday November 15th
No School Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, Nov. 20th- Friday, Nov. 22
Holiday Sing: Wednesday, December 18th
Winter Read-In and Early Release: Friday, December 20th
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