Reading/Language Arts- In reading we are focusing on main topic of a passage and schema. Schema is building on what we already know to help us build new connections . In grammar we will begin focusing on verbs. With writing, we are working on using authors' crafts within our own personal narratives, and learning how to revise our writing. Next week (Oct 26th), we will continue to focus on main topic with our reading, and with verbs we will begin looking at past and future tense. In writing, we will write a final published piece of narrative writing.
Science/Social Studies- Next week, we will begin working on magnets! We will discuss what we already know about magnets, determine what magnets are attracted to, and do a little experiment with magnets in class.
**This Friday the children completed our COMPLIMENT chart meaning they earned 10 compliments from faculty/staff at SAE. Because they completed the chart, they were given a choice of what they wanted as a reward, and they choose Dum Dum lollipops! :) Way to go class! I'm so proud of them!!!
**Long term sub- I'm so happy to announce that the long term sub for our class will be Laura Altman. She has been a long term sub at our school in Kindergarten, First, and Second grade all within the last year. Additionally she was a 5th grade teacher for five years, so she is highly qualified. Not only that, but Laura also has two children who attend SAE as well. I am so thrilled that she will be with your children in my absence, as I completely adore and trust her. I have included her email on this blog in case you need to get in touch with her.
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**Upcoming Events
-This week -ITBS- no visitors are allowed in the building until after 12. This test is for 3 & 5th graders.
-Friday, Oct 30th Fall Festival rotations We will be asking for donations within the next week, so please keep an eye out.
-Computer Lab volunteers-Mrs. Watson would love to have one assistant help in the computer lab on our assigned days. Our next lab day is Oct 27th @ 9-9:45am. If you are interested in helping, please let Anna Gross (our awesome room mom) know.
-Nov 3- Math test Unit 2
-Nov 5- Picture retake day
-Nov 9- Family Focus Night