In shared reading, the kids learned the characteristics of a folktale while reading Table for Two. We reviewed the short a sound and practiced writing words with that spelling pattern. We also learned a really fun dance about verbs; ask your child to teach it to you!
In writing, we've been working hard on creating class books. The books will be put into a basket and can be read during centers throughout the school year. At the end of second grade, we will have hopefully written 31 books so that each child will be able to take one home as a keepsake.
The kids have been learning some really BIG words in math this week. We learned all about mathematicians, perseverance, stamina, and manipulatives. Everyone now understands the difference between a math tool and a toy, which will be really helpful as we will be using the tools throughout the year.
In social studies, we are learning how to be good citizens of our classroom. We are discussing each rule in great detail, modeling the rules, and creating our own rule books. It's important to spend a lot of time in the beginning of the school year establishing a positive learning environment with clear expectations in order to ensure a successful second grade experience for all.
The kids are working really hard to earn polka dots for their clips on our behavior chart. We already have several students with a red clip! Once your child fills up his/her clip, it will be sent home and the next colored clip will go on the chart. Don't forget to check your child's calendar each night to see what color they were on. If he/she has a yellow or orange day, please sign the box indicating you discussed the behavior. Let's work together to ensure a successful school year!
Have you signed up for Remind101 yet? If so, thank you! If not, what are you waiting for?! If you'd rather not receive the reminders via text, you can still sign up through email. I don't want you to miss anything! To sign up, text the message @weber02 to 814.201.5236 or email a blank subject line and blank message to weber02@mail.remind101.com. I'm looking forward to keeping your informed with Remind101!
The Mystery Reader schedule has been posted here on the Blog. If you'd like to sign up, please email me your date of choice and I will add you to the calendar.
Even though it has been nice and hot outside, our classroom has been rather chilly. Please consider sending a hoodie or lightweight jacket to keep at school. I hate to see all the nice shirts getting stretched out each day with arms inside trying to stay warm.
Don't forget that our first Scholastic Book Order is due Wednesday. You can either send your order to school or place an order online. The link for online ordering is www.scholastic.com/bookclubs.
On the parent page, click the "Don't have a User Name and Password?" link, and then register for your own username and password. When prompted, enter the one-time Class Activation Code, which is GQGGP. This code ensures that your order is sent to me. Our books will arrive about a week after all orders have been placed.
I wanted to thank all of you who were able to join us for Curriculum Night on Tuesday. We had a very nice turnout. I'm excited to get to know all of you better as we work together this school year.
The Grand Prairie Ice Cream Social will be on Friday, September 13th. You can RSVP in advance by sending back the ordering sheet that your child brought home on Thursday.
If you haven't turned in your permission slips yet, please do so as soon as possible. I will be able to create the directory, post pictures to the Blog, and send home the Snazzy Snack shoppers list once I have all permission slips for every student. Our classroom aide, Mrs. Joseph, will be sending home another copy if we are missing something from you. Be on the lookout in your child's Take-Home Folder.
I hope all of you enjoy the weekend with your kiddos. If you need to reach me for any reason, I will be checking email. I can't wait to see everyone back to school on Monday!!
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