What a week it has been for the students and I! First off, with the drastic change in weather, I would like to remind parents to dress their little ones appropriately for the weather. Layered clothing would be a good idea for this time of the year- feeling a little cooler. I wouldn't want anyone getting sick this early in the year- or at all for that matter.
In Mathematics, we are continuing to explore, extend, and create number, shape, and word patterns. Students are learning the French vocabulary to describe and extend a letter model (i.e., ABCCABCC). For instance, they are learning that using the following letter model, ABCCABCC, they can replicate a shape pattern and a number pattern. Here are some results:
We are simultaneously working on addition and number patterns. For example, we practice counting by 1's, 2's, 5's, and 10's. It seems however, that if students continued to practice recognizing French numbers in and outside the classroom, it would help us move to higher levels in this unit. I urge students to visit the following websites for a better understanding of numbers and patterns.
1. Math Resources - www.arcademicskillbuilders.com (Play the game Jet Ski Addition)
2. IXL Curriculum Math Based Learning- http://ca.ixl.com/math/grade-1/recognize-patterns
In Language, students should have already taken home their second sound booklet titled "L'histoire de chats". I would like to remind students to use the following reading strategies discussed in class:
1. Regarder l'image. (Look at the picture.)
2. Dire chaque mot lentement. (Say each word slowly.)
3. Chercher de petits mots dans les grands mots. (Look for smaller (and familiar) words within the bigger words.)
4. Continuer et essayer encore. (Continue and try again.)
To help students with sound recognition, we have been practicing sounding out different combinations of vowels and consonants. You may choose to also do this with your child at home.
Please remember to return the story of "L'histoire de chats" this week.
In Science, we have started discussing the characteristics of living and non-living things. We recognize examples of living things we see in and outside of our classroom. To test your child's knowledge of identifying living and non-living things, please visit the following websites:
In Social Studies, we are discussing the different roles and responsibilities we have as classmates, siblings/daughters/sons, and friends to animals and the environment.
Lastly, please continue to check for updates on tabs located on the right hand side of this blog for more information on what we are exploring and for interactive websites you and your child can enjoy at home!
Merci.
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