The above quote has been something that we have been discussing as a class this week. We are working on stopping and thinking before acting and choosing to do the right thing just because it's the right thing! It is an ongoing conversation in our classroom and I encourage you to have those conversations with your kiddos at home as well. Kids seem to truly benefit from the school and home connection and consistency can be the key to success! Thank you so much for all of the support from home-- what we do at school would not be possible without the wonderful support from Y-O-U!
Here's what we've been up to...
Science: We began our engineering chapter this week! It has been so much fun and the kiddos are having a chance to get creative. We are designing prosthetic arms for a character from our read aloud book, Home of the Brave, using the engineering design process. We will present our prototypes next week and receive feedback to improve our designs.
Reading: We began our second round of book clubs this week. We are focusing on comparing and contrasting characters for the next week. We are practicing having thoughtful discussions with our group members and holding ourselves accountable for our group responsibilities. Book clubs will be wrapped up on October 6th.
Writing: We are well into our second personal narrative and are approaching our celebration which will be on Thursday (October 5th). It will be a PJs and Personal Narratives celebration AKA pajama day! Each kiddo is working so hard and they have made so much growth since the beginning of the year. I am one proud teacher!
Math: We took our math chapter 2 test on Tuesday and then began our next chapter (division). This week we reviewed the steps of division with two-digit dividends. Next week, we will begin working with three and four-digit dividends! We are combining chapters 3 & 4 so our test will not be for a little while.
Upcoming Events:
10/5: PJs and Personal Narrative Celebration (PJ DAY)
10/6: Book Club Books Complete!
10/6: Family Trivia Night
10/13: Half Day
Have a wonderful weekend! Enjoy the beautiful weather! :)
Thanks,
Meredith Holtmann
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