Reading - We are continuing to work on CAFE - comprehension, accuaracy, fluency, and expanding vocabulary while we are reading in our guided reading groups. This week we worked on an accuracy strategy called "chunking." Students practice the CAFE strategies while reading to self or reading to someone! In our Guided Reading groups we are  also working on leaving tracks of our thinking. Students are learning to ask "thick" questions that require them to read further or research what they are wondering.  

Writing - This week we will be working on the 6 Trait writing component of "Ideas."  Students will work on choosing a strong idea and making it clear.   

Math - In math groups we are continuing to work on adding multi-digit numbers with or without regrouping, adding 3 or 4 two digit numbers, and problem solving. This week we will also work with base ten.

Thank you for getting us those paper towel tubes!

Inquiry - We have been learning and practicing comprehension and collaboration strategies as we prepare for our first inquiry unit on government. This week we will focus on sharing our passions. 

I'm looking forward to seeing all parents this week for our first parent-teacher conferences. 

                                                              Valuable Pictures!

                         Owen works on his numbers to 1,000!

                                               Fire Prevention Assembly

 

                      When there is smoke get low and crawl!

Mr. Van Dyke, Our Student Teacher

Another Valuable Picture