Peek at Our Week

We had a great first few days of school in first grade. We're getting used to our new friends and schedule. We sang songs, read books, went on a number hunt and have been learning about the life cycle of a monarch caterpillar. On Friday we even got to see one of the caterpillars turn into a chrysalis. Not many people will ever get to see that in real life. It was pretty cool!

This week in math we'll be working on counting, number recognition and number order. We'll learn a new game called Monster Squeeze using a number line. A great activity to practice with your child is to see if he/she can count up to 120. That is a first grade standard. Practice in the car, in the tub...or whenever there is some extra time.

In reading we'll do an author study of Frank Asch, who wrote many Moon Bear books. On Friday we'll celebrate the week by having Teddy Bear (or stuffed animal ) Day! We'll be doing some teddy bear themed activities too!

Does your child know how to spell their last name? We'll be working on writing first and last names. Please practice this at home. : )

Snacks - Every afternoon we will have a snack break. Please help your child remember to bring a healthy snack. Some parents choose to leave a bag of snacks in their child's lockers that lasts for the week.

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Important Dates:

Fri. Sept. 6........Teddy Bear Day (or stuffed animal)

Thur. Sept 12....RS Family Picnic 

Please help your child get a good night's sleep each night and start the day with a healthy breakfast. We've got lots of learning to do. Have a great week!

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