Monday

Math for the week was posted Friday.

We discussed arrays, factors, and products.  Ask your child to explain what they are to you. We also worked on our factor chart.  A great way to factor a number, that will come in handy in their years ahead!

Behavior was better today. Thank you for assisting your child to be on task and on track!!!

Apron making with our 8 items tomorrow.
Measurement books are due tomorrow.

Spelling: 18

Literacy: letter to Congresswoman Gabby: we will be telling her about how we use music therapy as she does also (draft due tom.)
Puppet: templates are available with paper for those wanting to do the play with the kindergarten class

Science: we are also collaborating with the little people as they learn about bugs...we are designing a "bug" ...(science) ...making it symmetrical (math) and naming it with an alliteration (literacy) "Beautiful Betty" ...due Jan. 30

Students done with their work were allowed to work on their bridges. Review the bridge song before our guest speaker tomorrow. (civil engineering)

Peek Boxes are due in the distant future...collect items for your simple machines

1 page saint report is due next week. (1 per month) 1 page

My Life in Numbers is due next week also.  The students are really having fun collecting all their personal numbers to add to their presentation. (15-20 ...or more...do it in marker and be  neat and creative!  Beauty counts!!

Review the States!  Read over the Social Studies songs for greater retention.  Have your child explain to you what they learned.  There is figurative language and vocabulary that needs to be broken down to understand their meaning...this is a great way to connect with your child.