October 18, 2021
Dear Class 1-1 Families,
I hope everyone had a great weekend! It seems as though the weather will finally feel Fall like this week.....just in time for the first graders to begin some fun Science learning about pumpkins! We will be learning about the life cycle of the pumpkin and then conducting some pumpkin investigations next week. Please remember to send in one SMALL pumpkin by the end of this week. Thank you!
The chidlren did a great job on their first math test. Even though we will begin moving on to subtraction strategies this week, it is VERY important to still practice the addition strategies we've already learned. Doubles facts and Friends of Ten should be memorized; so keep practicing if you're not quite there yet. If addition strategies are mastered, subtraction will be a lot easier!
Thank you to those who contributed to our class Teachers Pay Teachers Fund (under LINKS). Many of our fun, engaging, hands-on activities to extend the students' learning come from this site. The cost does add up quickly so your generous donations are very much appreciated.
Be well,
Ms. MinervaMonday 10/18 - Regular Winter Uniforms Begin
Tuesday 10/19 -
Wednesday 10/20 - Picture Day (Individual Pictures) - You may wear your school uniform OR Dress Up
Thursday 10/21 - Spelling Test, Bring in a SMALL pumpkin by today
Friday 10/22 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Professional Day
SPELLING WORDS: as, has, to, into, shut, much, with, shed, such, whip
FUNDATIONS: We will begin Unit 3 this week which covers digraphs (sh, ch, th, wh, ck).
READING: From Seed to Pumpkin
READING SKILL: Sequencing
WRITING: Sentences (capital letter, punctuation, finger spaces)
MATH: We will begin Module 2: Subtraction Strategies.
RELIGION: We will finish up learning about and practicing the Sign of the Cross. We will begin talking about All Saints' Day.
SCIENCE: We will be learning about the life cycle of the pumpkin.
*Dismissal Change: Please remember that any change of your child's normal dismissal must be provided in a written note. Thank you for your cooperation!
*Snack: The first graders will have a small break for snack each morning (even on half days). Their morning snack must be a healthy snack. Some ideas for acceptable healthy snacks are fruit, granola bars, yogurt, pretzels, gold fish, and dry cereal (ex- cheerios...NO sugared cereals). The only drink allowed during snack time is water. Water bottles must have a sports top or pop up straw top. These types of tops help minimize spills.
MONDAY: YOGA
TUESDAY: Music and Computer
WEDNESDAY: Spanish
THURSDAY: Art and Gym
FRIDAY: READ