week of March 7, 2016

Week of March 7, 2016

Math- We will continue topic is Topic 9 and the essential question is: “What are the different ways to make a number?”  We can use objects to show numbers: 8, 9, and 10 in two parts.  We can write number sentences to describe numbers 8-10 into 2 parts.  We will also make graphs using real objects or pictures to answer questions.  We will continue to add and subtract, use a 10 frame, and compare/contrast greater and fewer.  This topic is off to a great start!  Keep up the good work!

Science- We are completing Living and Nonliving Things.  Our first essential question for Living and Nonliving Things is: “What can you tell about living things?”  Our vocabulary words for this chapter include: nonliving, living, needs, fur, feathers, scales, rough, smooth.  We are looking forward to spring coming so that we can move our season chart as well as look forward to some nicer weather!

Reading- We will be reading: If You Could Go To Antarctica.  We will be classifying and categorizing in the story.  Our amazing words are: Antarctica, icebergs, seals, continent, penguins, whales.  We will be listening for story elements of character as well.

Phonics/Grammar- Our new letter is Ee like in Elephant.  We will be identifying initial and medial Gg in words.  We are constantly reinforcing capital letters are only for the beginning of sentences, beginning of names, and important words.  The rest of the letters should be written in lowercase.

Important Information

On April 16 and April 17, the NSE PTO will be hosting a Chinese Auction at the Elementary school for a fundraiser.  There was a flyer sent previously as well as a preorder ticket form.

Please continue to practice the sight words.  We will be assessing them this week.  Thanks!

Important Dates

March 7-11- Newspaper in Education Week, please see papers in your child’s folder

March 7- Day 6, PTO Meeting at 6:30

March 10- PTO Fundraiser Pick up 4-7 pm

March 14-18- Kindergarten Registration