We spent the week learning all about apples. We read books about apples, made labeled diagrams of apples and learned about the life cycle of apples. All of this was in preparation for our field trip to the Apple Festival! This was my first time there and I was so impressed by the event. Students sampled apple cider while they watched a fresh batch being made. We all then entered the tasting tent where over 50 types of apples were set out for tasting! So many varieties - many I had never heard of before. Then it was off to select an apple to take home before watching a puppet show. We then walked back to school just in time for lunch. It was a rainy trip but that didn't dampen our spirits! Check out the Photos page for a little "taste" of the Apple Festival. Rainbow Day was a huge hit too! We have finally added the fifth component to Daily 5 - Word Work. Students practiced making words and an activity called Rainbow Write. More activities will be added! Next week will be our first chance to experience all five rotations while I meet with small reading groups. I have been meeting with each student in reading conferences to identify skills and strategies they are using to read and what our focus for instruction will be. I recently visited the Portland Art Museum for an educator event focusing on the Andy Warhol exhibit. It was wonderful to see his iconic prints up close and personal. I am hoping to bring a little of this artwork into the classroom this year but wanted to share an opportunity for your family. Sunday, October 30 is Family Free Day starting at 10:00 am. To quote the museum website "the Museum creates a “factory” of Portland printmakers for a fun-filled day of art-making and kid-friendly gallery experiences." This sounds like a great event! Reminders Art Infusion Training - Tuesday, October 18th @ 6:30 pm Late Opening - Wednesday, October 19th School starts at 10:00 am Book Orders Due - Friday, October 21st Glencoe Gear Orders Due - Friday, October 21st
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MS. SCHIADAI teach first grade in southeast Portland where every day brings a new adventure!
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