First Grade's A Hoot!: Longer Winter or Early Spring?

On Friday afternoon, we decided to predict what Phil would say on Saturday morning when he finally woke up from his long winter’s nap. 13 children in our class said that he would not see his shadow and we would have an early spring. 5 children said he would see his shadow and we would have 6 more weeks of winter! Looks like we have some good predictors in room 121. :)

Look who earned Math Blount Bucks to spend at the Math Store. Thanks PTA!!!

In Language we will learn rule 10 ~ Some words describe. {adjectives} Please be sure to look over their DOL sentences that come home each day. We will be underlining our adjectives in our sentences. On Monday, have your child fill up a small bag with some of their favorite toys. Pull one out each night and have them tell you words that describe their toy.

Ex. teddy bear ~ soft, fluffy, furry, big or small, brown

In Reading we will learn all about the letter “l” as in “letter/lion.” Be sure to ask your child what they learned about lions this week. Word Wall Words for this week ~ been, its, who, now, people. Remember to keep reading for at least 20 minutes each night.

In Math we are ready to begin Ch. 9, Measurement. This chapter will focus on length and time. We have moved away from addition and subtraction facts but continue to review those on flashcards or with Math Facts In A Flash.

A reminder to send in your already addressed Valentine’s Cards by next Thursday, Feb. 14 and please make sure to use the class list that was sent home so that every child receives one. Mark your calendar and plan to attend our Valentine’s Class Party on Feb. 14 from 1:30-2:15.

PTA is hosting their annual Blount Multicultural Night this Monday, Feb. 4 at 6pm. Please make plans to attend and get ready to taste and learn a little about each country our school represents. :)

Upcoming Events

2/4 ~ Nancy’s Italian Ice $1.00

2/5 ~ Library with Mrs. Morris

2/7 ~ Progress Reports

2/15 ~ Early Dismissal Day begins at 1:00