READING- We are learning the initial “r” and “p” and final “p” sounds, to identify the main idea of a picture or story, to compare and contrast information in, or to understand a story, blending to read words, to identify and read the high frequency words “to” and “me”. We will also read the mini books, “You Are It!” and “Is It You?”
MATH – Our concept for this week is to determine 1 more in numbers up to 10.
RELIGION- Our focus is the stories , The Boy Jesus in the Temple, and Jesus Chooses His Disciples.
SCIENCE- We’ll discuss animal homes.
SOCIAL STUDIES/SCHOLASTIC MAGAZINE- Our discussion will focus on Abraham Lincoln.
HANDWRITING- We will practice writing “R-r” and “P-p.”
JOURNAL- We will write and draw a picture about our favorite part of Polar Express Day!
FINAL THOUGHTS-
Don’t forget Valentine cards for your child’s classmates and a treat for his/her 5th Grade buddy.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK-
“One thing I know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve.” Albert Schweitzer
As a reminder to serve, please send stretchies, board books, and small infant toys for our service project for this and last month. We’ve had a very poor response thus far. For those of you who have donated, thank you.
Have A Great Week and Relaxing Winter Break!!!
Mrs. Uss