Wow what a busy
week! I can’t believe the end of the school year is coming up fast! I look
forward to going back to Wisconsin this weekend to spend time with my brother
and sister-in-law, hopefully the rain will hold off.
Phonics: Our focus has been on the –oo sound which can heard in the words glue, screwdriver, broom and flute and the –ou sound which can be
heard in the words cloud and owl. We practiced chunking and spelling
different combinations of each sound. Students were challenged to find these
words in their books during read to self and reading with a partner.
Reading: We have
been practicing making inferences and drawing conclusions in both fiction and
nonfiction books. We read a story about plants in their habitats. In this book
we identified facts and then drew a conclusion from the fact. Next week we will
start a new reader’s theater titled Mary Had a Little Lamb.
I met with students individually and in small reading groups
this week. We continue to read and discuss books at each group’s reading level.
Students were also tested on their fry words and guided reading level. More
information will be available about each student’s fry words and reading level
in report cards. Please don’t hesitate to ask if you have any questions.
Math: We continue to discuss fractions and review concepts from
earlier in the school year. We practiced story problems and the frames and
arrows routines. Students learned the parts of a fraction are called the
numerator and denominator. We did some exploring to compare fractions using
strips of paper to find out which fraction is bigger and smaller.
Public Library and Fire Station: Check
our classroom blog for pictures from the field trip. We had a great time thanks
to Patty and the fire fighters!
Raz-Kids: The
Raz-Kids website will be available throughout the summer! Next week check your
child’s take home folder for more information and reminder about how to log-in.
Portfolio Sharing: Portfolio sharing will be Wednesday May 28th
from 6:00-7:00. This is an opportunity for families to come in and see your
child’s work from throughout the school year. Students will have an “agenda” of
work to share such as pieces of writing, reflection cards from the beginning of
the school year and books to read. This
is an opportunity for students to own their learning and be excited about
sharing their accomplishments.
I’d like to have a
snack including cookies and juice. Thank you, to those of you that have already
contributed. If you are able to contribute to the snack please let me know.
Hope to see you there!
Important Dates
Coming Up:
Monday May 26th- No School
Friday May 23rd-All Library Books Due
Wednesday May 28th -6:00-7:00 Portfolio
Sharing
Wednesday May 29th- Author Visit Amy
Pleiming
Wednesday June 4th-First Grade Picnic
Friday June 6th -Last Day of School
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