Week 5

 Week 5: October 3-7

Academic Updates

We are working on:

  • Digraphs th/wh

  • Writing a small moment story

  • Graphing with M&Ms

  • Understanding fictional characters and character traits

  • More with our Spinning Sky unit

  • Reading Kevin Henkes’ books


Ask your Firstie

  • What are digraphs?

  • What sound does ch make?

  • What sound does sh make?

  • What habitats did you learn about? What are some of the details you learned?

  • How is recess this year? 

  • What are some ways we can display data? 

  • What are some of the rules you’re expected to follow at recess? 

  • Do you line up as soon as a teacher blows the whistle?


National Noodle Day

We could use noodle donations for some STEM creations on Thursday.  If you’re willing to send some in please sign up here.


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