Dear Parents, September 26, 2016
This week in First Grade we are learning….
Language Arts: In Readers Workshop we will be checking our sounds as we read- especially our vowels, practice introducing books to partners, and practice helping partners figure out tricky words. In Writers Workshop we will be looking at how to write in itsy, bitsy steps. In addition, we will also be focusing on specific phonetic skills. This week, we will be highlighting the sounds associated with the letters d (duck), w (worm), l (lion), x (fox) and o (octopus). Our spelling words will be practicing these sounds and will come from Unit 7 in our books.
Math: We will learn about nickels, begin practicing counting nickels and pennies, and begin work on number models with a great focus on subtraction number models.
Science: We are beginning our second chapter! We will be learning about the needs of animals this week.
Social Studies: We are wrapping up Unit 1: “School Days”. This week we will learn about following school rules and then finally take our test.
Religion: This week we are working from our textbook. We will be focusing on Chapter 5: God Shares His Life With Us.
Homework for the Week: (Don’t forget to read every night!)
- Monday: Math Worksheet and Rainbow Write
- Tuesday: Math Worksheet and Spelling Book p. 69 & 71
- Wednesday: Math Worksheet and Spelling Book p. 72-73
- Thursday: Math Worksheet and Spelling Book p. 74
- Friday: Read 2 times!
Reminders for the Week:
- As it is expected to be hot on Monday, all are able to wear their PE uniforms should they choose!
- PE Uniforms on Tuesday and Thursday
- We will have a special Bike Safety assembly on Tuesday morning.
- Thursday is our library day. Please remind your child to bring their library book to school on Thursday so that they may check out a new one. We will be unable to go to the library at any other point during the week.
- Friday is a half-day and Primary Centers!
Have a terrific week!
Mrs. Basamanowicz
