Hello Families!
In Math, both groups continued
their investigation of measurement, investigating non-standard measurement,
comparing different objects in the classroom and learning more about the
calendar as part of measurement. Group A
joined Ms. Thomas’ class to learn about creating and presenting sound patterns
through a variety of symbols and visual languages. They also continued their math rotation
centers and also began exploring measurement with a ruler. Group B will explore that next week.
Group B went to the
Learning Commons 3 mornings this week to learn more about coding while playing
in partners with the “Dash & Dot” robots.
I think this was the most thrilling thing for them this week, even
surpassing kick ball. No…wait! The most exhilarating thing was being
introduced to “DJ” our new school robot.
He is really cool and can do all sorts of things. Ask your child about “DJ”. Next week, Group B will be visiting Ms.
Handelsman again to learn more about coding on the keyboard. Group A will be visiting “Dash & Dot”
next week.
Room 51 children
carried on this week with various aspects of their writing, challenging
themselves to do their best as per Grade 1 and 2 writing expectations. They were challenged to write a detailed
character description of the protagonist in their story which, next week,
another peer will read and then interpret into a drawing of that
character. This will indicate to the
students how well they described their character. Students also continue to develop these
stories, either through additional writing or in the construction of their puppet
theatre, particularly the setting.
We continued our
exploration of hot and cold with discussion and writing activities about insulation
and conductors, as well as insulators.
The students also continued their group and pair discussions on how
temperature affects their lives, including how to dress for the weather and
temperature safety indoors and out. They
had to record the outcome of their discussions in writing and in pictures in
their science inquiry journals.
In social studies,
students learned about the Ukrainian tradition of dancing and had a yummy
surprise one afternoon. Mrs. MacArthur
cooked up a batch of perogies for the students to sample. We also began exploring other traditional
forms of dancing such as Irish dancing.
Parents, you are more than welcome to come visit our classroom and share
aspects of your cultural dance forms (or even dance for us!). The kids would love it!
In gym, Room 51, was
outdoors learning new skills, getting some great exercise and having a blast
playing kick ball in the beautiful weather we have been experiencing. Music, with Mrs. McBride, consisted of the
students learning “so” “me” hand signs in addition to, singing and playing
“Bell Horses”. Ask your child to show
you the hand signs.
By now you should have
seen the letter to you about building a “thermos” with your child. The due date for their projects is May 23rd. Today we have sent home a planning and
investigating sheet (“Insulating Device”) that your child is required to
complete along with their project.
Please take the time to build and experiment with your child. They are very excited about this project.
PLEASE NOTE:
May 12, 2017 to May 14,
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Last year, more than 100,000 gently used books were sorted and
sold as part of the annual CBC Calgary Reads Book Sale. With the help of
generous Calgarians and hard-working volunteers, the CBC Calgary Big Book Sale
is looking to top that number for this year's sale. Shop for books and
make a point to stop in for one of the special events during the three-day sale
as well. Last year, there was an author reading, a Jazz and Books Night and a
children's story tent.
Friday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Friday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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