First Grade Happenings
We had a great week finishing up our study of Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Theodore Roosevelt! Please ask your child to tell you some interesting facts about each person.
Important Notes For The Week
Spelling Bee
Please look in your child’s Friday folder for details and a spelling list for our upcoming Spelling Bee. Participation is optional.
November Book It
A recording sheet for November Book It (Turkey Sheet) is inside your child’s homework folder. Please turn in the Book It for October (Owl Sheet) if your child participated. They will get a certificate for a free pan pizza from Pizza Hut.
What are we learning ?
Bible:
The students will hear the Bible story of Joash as king.
We will discuss how it is important to follow God for our whole lives.
This week’s verse comes from 1 Chronicles 16:34 ESV.
Math:
Length and Addition Facts
Our students are measuring lengths using nonstandard units and are working on addition-fact fluency. Review numbers that make ten with your child.
-ang, -ing, -ong, -ung
We will have our spelling test over sight words on Thursday, 11/12!
Reading: Life Long Ago
We will begin reading fictional stories that take place long ago. We will discuss the similarities and differences between life long ago and life now.
Teach Your Monster to Read and RAZ Kids
Please read on Raz Kids and take the comprehension assessments. Reading for ten minutes a night will make a huge, positive impact in your child’s reading ability! Teach Your Monster to Read is another fun way to practice reading!
Social Studies: Lewis, Clark, and Sacagawea
