What a Week!

What’s the BUZZ in 1st Grade?

We have been non-stop learning while we have been counting down the days until Christmas vacation. We have been having a blast, since we have been adding in an extra perk of Christmas into everyday with our countdown.

Reading:

· We focused on a literary study of Poetry all week

· We practiced reading poetry with rhythm, fluency, accuracy, and expression

· We filled our brains with so many types of poems (funny, serious, and expressive)

Math:

· This week we have been focusing on Common Core math, which has really challenged us to think outside of the box

Writing:

· We have been putting the finishing touches on our “How-To” books, and will hopefully have them published by next week

Science

· We finished our Science Fair board!

· We conducted an awesome experiment on dirty pennies, and figured out that Lemon Juice cleans the best! (You can see pictures of the experiment on the blog)

Announcements:

· There will be no new lessons next week, as it will be a crazy and full week, and therefore no new homework at all next week

· All library books are due Tuesday 12/18, so don't be alarmed when your child doesn't come home with a new book.

· Please look at the Countdown to remember what we are doing each day

· Half-Day’s on Thursday 12/20 and Friday 12/21

· Our Christmas Party will be on the last full day Wednesday 12/19, but don't worry we have it covered– just send your child in with a book if possible.

· If you want a conference with me, please send me a note so I can schedule accordingly

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