Today, we met with our Family Groups and decorated gingerbread cookies. Here are some pictures of the event:
The fourth author that we are focusing on this year is Leo Lionni. He was an award-winning children’s author and illustrator of more than 40 books. Some of his books include Inch by Inch, Alexander and the Wind-up Mouse, and Swimmy. The students noticed that his books are similar in style to Eric Carle’s in how he uses collages for illustrations. Some students suggested that his books are not as funny as Mo Willems’ or Robert Munsch’s books, while others thought that his books have a beginning that introduces the characters, a middle that tells us there is a problem, and an ending where there is a solution. We also practiced our handwriting, touch-typing, and Words Their Way sorts throughout the week.
Since we started exploring different addition strategies in Math several weeks ago, we have covered strategies such as “count on”, and “make ten”. This week, we discussed how we can add by using “double facts” or near doubles. The students rotated through various math centres to reinforce their addition skills using the iPads, worksheets, and games.
We watched another video on Joshua and asked the students to reflect on what they have learned from him. We also talked about the meaning of our new memory verse, Isaiah 9:6
In our Inquiry unit of Amazing Animals, we looked at another adaptation that animals make to live – migration. The students found out that animals migrate to find food, water, and shelter. They also learned how animals prepare for migration.
Over the last few weeks, we have been looking at medical conditions that are relevant to young children, such as the common cold and flu, allergies, and asthma in Health. This week, we talked about what happens when you lose a tooth and the difference between the baby teeth and the adult teeth. We also learned about our mouth: teeth, roots, gums, and jaw.
Daniela’s mom, dad, and brother came in this week to tell us something about their family. We learned that she speaks Spanish as her dad is from Nicaragua and her mom teaches Spanish at the high school. We also found out that Daniela loves to spend time with her friends, baby cousins, and take care of her five fish tanks. She has many hobbies such as reading, drawing, swimming, playing the piano, singing, and dancing.
Report cards will be made available online next Monday, December 3. Do take some time to go over the report card with your child. Let them know what they are doing well in and what are some areas that they need to work on.
Have a joyful weekend!
Message from Ms. Huber:
On Tuesday, December 4th, the library will be closed after school. This is to give students time to rest before the Christmas concert.