Thursday, January 5, 2012

Happy New Year!

We had an exciting week in Kindergarten!  Everyone returned to school with stories to tell about their vacation. 

Writing Workshop - Good Writers revise and "fancy-up" their writing for publication.  Each student chose a Small Moment story to revise and share with the class. 

Reading Workshop - Good Readers use all they know while reading independently, with a buddy and with a small group!  This week, we focused on retelling stories in detail. 

Math - We have been working on measurement!  At the beginning of the week, students used manipulatives - cubes, links, paper clips, and blocks, to measure items around the room.  Then, each student made an inch worm ruler and began measuring items using their ruler. 

Word Study - Each student started working with a new sort during word study centers.  We also learned some new games!

Sight Words - New sight words were added to each student's sight word ring throughout the week.  A list of personal sight words was also sent home.

Social Studies - We discussed the importance of animals and people having a shelter/home.  We talked about the characteristics of shelters and homes, and the steps that are taken to create a safe home.

REMINDERS:
- Please send two snacks to school with your child.
- Dress warmly in preparation for outdoor recess - winter coats, gloves, hat.