First Grade News
Dear Parents,
First, we want to congratulate the spelling bee champion and runners-up from each of our classrooms. It was such a joyful experience to see the scholars persevere when words were tough and to silently encourage each other during the struggle. We are so proud of our scholars!
And just like that.....the first half of the school year is coming to a close. We have greatly enjoyed getting to know our scholars and all of our First Grade families so far this year. It is with hearts full of gratitude that we wish you a joy-filled holiday season!
Please remember to look for books to research for the Independent Study Project EARLY. Choices at the public library dwindle quickly at the start of break. If you have questions or need a replacement packet, please see the separate blog post for a link to print.
In Literature this week, we will continue our fairy tales unit, reading Rapunzel and Rumpelstiltskin. We will review the elements typical to all fairy tales and practice retelling each story. We will introduce a new part of speech; verbs.
In Math, we will begin Chapter 6, using the strategies we have learned for addition and subtraction to solve word problems. Scholars will review part/whole relationships and comparison strategies.
In History, we will continue the Three World Religions unit. Scholars will review details about Judaism and Christianity. We will compare all we have learned as we move through time to the birth of Islam, highlighting the symbols, celebrations and important people in each of these religions. Look for a study guide to come home in preparation for our test (Friday) on this unit.
Reading logs are due FRIDAY.
Thank you for your partnership and have a blessed week and happy holidays!
Go Griffins!
A Peek at the Week
Language Arts
Spalding phonograms
Fairy Tales
Verbs
Math
Chapter 6 Addition and Subtraction Word Problems
History/Science
Three World Religions
Upcoming Events
Dec. 11th-15th- Five Days of Giving
Dec. 15th- Early Release Friday
Dec 18th- Jan 8th- Winter Break
Jan 8th- Return to school, Independent Study Project Presentations
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