What a great
winter break! It was relaxing, but we got right back to working hard this week!
In Math, we started
Unit 4 about data collecting and graphing. We played Guess My Rule in our class
using features and attributes of our classmates such as striped shirts vs. no
stripes or boots vs. no boots. Then they learned about strange creatures called
“Yekkis.” They look like aliens from another planet. The students used a Venn
Diagram to play Guess My Rule with a partner. They really liked it!
We also took some quick math fact
tests. The students did well with addition, but many need more practice with
subtraction facts, so please help them practice these at home and have them
continue to use XTRA math.
We also learned about tally charts and
bar graphs. We compared who writes with their left and right hands in our
class. We also made a tally chart and bar graph showing our favorite season.
We’ll do more fun data collecting and graphing next week.
In Science, we began
our unit on wonderful weather. We discussed what we knew about weather and read
some great books. We learned about the 3 parts of the water cycle which are
evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
We made a water cycle wheel, learned a great song about the water cycle sung
to the tune of “She’ll Be Comin’ Round the Mountain”, and we watched a video
called All About the Water Cycle.
In Writing, we
started writing persuasive pieces about a pet we really want. I read a story
called I Wanna Iguana to start.
The boy in the story writes letters to his mom to try and convince her
to get him a pet iguana. Next, we chose a pet we want to have and brainstormed
ideas. The students have begun writing friendly letters to their parents to try
and convince them to give them the pet they want. Be on the lookout for these
letters soon! J
Our field trip to
The Discovery Museum was awesome! We had so much fun and there was so much to
see! Check out the Fun Photos!
Also, the Memorial
Wine Tasting Fundraiser is coming up and we have a “Snack Attack” basket for
our class. If you could send in a snack item that would be great! I have four
snacks so far, so we’re on our way!
I hope you all
have a great weekend!
-Mrs. Farrand J
