Our first days together have been busy ones! We have spent our time getting to know our new friends in the class, reviewing routines and expectations, and learning new things!
In reading, we are practicing what partners do when they work together:
And learning new strategies for becoming better readers:
In first grade, children are expected to become fluent with addition and subtraction numbers to 10. We have been reviewing "number bonds" by looking for the parts of a number that make the total amount such as in the example below. This week we have also been practicing our number formation and counting.
In writing, children are storytelling a "small moment" in their lives. For this narrative writing, the children recount two or more appropriately sequenced events and use details to elaborate on their stories. We have used the chart below to guide us in developing our ideas.
In Science, we are learning about insects this month. Each week we will learn about a specific insect's life cycle, and how they have adapted to their environment to meet their needs for survival. We will then make comparisons between insects and humans. This week we have learned about bees, and next week's focus will be on beetles.
We are also spending lots of time playing indoors and outdoors to continue to develop social skills and community building. Ask your child to tell you more!
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