Dear Parents,
We are moving right along in 1st grade. We all have settled into our routines and things are running smoothly now. Here are a few examples of what we have been up to:
Math- We have continued to explore numbers. Each morning we count the days in school and update our calendar. We are learning about the tens and ones places (12th day of school is 1 ten, and 2 ones) and how to read a calendar. This week we practiced putting numbers in order and played games where we compare numbers.
Reading- Reading groups have begun and during our reading block the students each meet in small groups to read with the teachers. During these small groups we discuss letter sounds, re-tell what the book was about, and practice comprehension skills. The students are doing a great job taking their books home each night and bringing them back in the morning.
Rewards- We have a variety of rewards set up in our classroom. We are working as a class to fill our marble jar, as well as our personal goal of receiving Star Student Tickets. We are focusing on the character trait Friendship right now, and when I catch the students being a good friend they get to add a sticker to our chart. We have a lot to work hard for!
The kids are learning to act as responsible 1st graders and I want to thank you for all your help and dedication.
Ms. Johnson
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