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Friday, January 28, 2022

Classroom News

We have had a busy and exciting month back from winter break! Here is a little bit about what we have been up to in Kindergarten recently:

Reading Workshop

We have been learning all about the elements of fictional stories in reading workshop, and have been practicing identifying characters, setting, a problem/solution in the story if there is one, and retelling the main events that take place. It is a good idea to ask your child basic questions about books you read at home to get them into the habit of talking about what they've read!



Sight Words

The students continue to do a great job with our sight word routine each week. It is important to review the sight word cards in your child's blue book bag to help them become more confident and fluent readers when they recognize these words in the books they are reading. The poetry folder is a great way to practice these words as well!


Math

We are wrapping up our shapes unit in math, where we reviewed 2D shapes, and learned about 3D shapes. We also worked on using shapes to make pictures, using flat shapes to make solid shapes, and patterns! Next we will begin working on addition and subtraction.




Writing Workshop

We continue to work on sounding out words to communicate an idea in a complete sentence. Writing is an easy activity to practice at home as well! Students can draw a picture and write about it, write about an experience or outing, or help make a grocery list!



Handwriting

We have now introduced the correct formation for all numbers, uppercase letters, and lowercase letters!



RULER


Recently during our social emotional learning, we explored the idea of our best selves. We learned that when we are our best selves, we make good choices, do the right thing, and make others feel good.



Have a wonderful weekend!