Friday, September 13, 2013

Peek At The Week

We had our first full week in second grade! The students are learning the routines, rules, and getting to know each other.
Here are some of the things we did:

Math

  • learned about bar diagrams to solve addition and subtraction story problems
  • played games to reinforce our skills
Literacy
  • learned about nouns through Brain Pop, books and fun puzzle activities with friends
  • wrote our hopes and dreams for this year
  • began Unit 1 in FUNdations
  • made an All About Me flower for our favorite things
  • read about what good citizens do in our community
Science
  • began our amphibians unit
  • talked about misconceptions we may have
  • learned important characteristics
  • made a special folder 
Reading Buddies
  • met our 5th grade buddies today
  • took a survey
  • read books together
It was certainly a full week! I am really proud of them! I know they are trying their best!
Have a great weekend with your child! Check out some fun photos too!
-Mrs. Farrand :)