Our favourite part of the day:
On Monday we made traps to catch leprechauns and we ate cupcakes.
On Tuesday we did Lucky Charms graphs and we learned about length.
On Wednesday we made Mat Man and learned about Lou Lou Moose.
On Thursday we got special tooth bags and read a ninja story.
On Friday we learned about Woody Woodchuck and we measured our feet.
St. Patrick's Day:
We created leprechaun traps to see if we could trap a leprechaun and get his gold. The traps were quite creative with sticky patches, ladders, tasty treats and more.
The class left the traps and went outside for recess and when they returned the room was a mess! The leprechauns found the traps but they didn't work. The leprechauns didn't get trapped but left behind gold coins. They made the room messy and played tricks on us. Better luck next year.
The children also coloured, completed Lucky Charms graphs and ate cupcakes and green juice. It was a fun day!
Measurement:
This week we started learning about length (long and short). We measured how long we were with cubes. The children were able to use the cubes during centre time to measure each other and compare. We organized pencil crayons from shortest to longest. We used the carpet to hold the pencils in place so that they were even. Finally, on Friday we measured our feet. Next week we will cut these out and use them to measure things around the room.
We continued practicing capacity by playing at the sand and water table with different containers and practicing weight with the balance.
St. Patrick's Day:
We created leprechaun traps to see if we could trap a leprechaun and get his gold. The traps were quite creative with sticky patches, ladders, tasty treats and more.
The class left the traps and went outside for recess and when they returned the room was a mess! The leprechauns found the traps but they didn't work. The leprechauns didn't get trapped but left behind gold coins. They made the room messy and played tricks on us. Better luck next year.
The children also coloured, completed Lucky Charms graphs and ate cupcakes and green juice. It was a fun day!
Measurement:
This week we started learning about length (long and short). We measured how long we were with cubes. The children were able to use the cubes during centre time to measure each other and compare. We organized pencil crayons from shortest to longest. We used the carpet to hold the pencils in place so that they were even. Finally, on Friday we measured our feet. Next week we will cut these out and use them to measure things around the room.
We continued practicing capacity by playing at the sand and water table with different containers and practicing weight with the balance.
Teeth:
We finished our tooth unit this week. The children each got a goody bag that had flossers, toothpaste and a new toothbrush. They were very excited! I hope that they remember to brush their teeth two times a day for two minutes each time.
Animated Literacy:
This week we learned three new characters. We learned about Lou Lou Moose who has a loose tooth and Woody Woodchuck who shook the cookie tree. After learning these new sounds we practiced reading some words.
Please go over the handouts that have been sent home with your child to review the sounds and letters. They can colour the picture and then circle the special sound within the song at the bottom. Remember that Animated Literacy focuses on the sound (phonics) and the writing (graphemes) so for Arnie Aardvark we focus on the "ar" as seen in the words hard, arm and art.
Please go over the handouts that have been sent home with your child to review the sounds and letters. They can colour the picture and then circle the special sound within the song at the bottom. Remember that Animated Literacy focuses on the sound (phonics) and the writing (graphemes) so for Arnie Aardvark we focus on the "ar" as seen in the words hard, arm and art.
Handwriting Without Tears
This week we labeled Mat Man and learned about punctuation. When you have a moment practice writing the alphabet or simple words with your child. Please watch for size and spacing.
Don't Forget:
On cold days please make sure to send hats and mittens. Also, on days where there is snow or it is slushy please send boots and snow pants. Thank you!
Feel free to contact me anytime with any questions or concerns. I can be reached at the school, by email or just drop in (I am usually around before school).
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