We are inching our way onto the first grade finish line and I will be starting to sprinkle in various assessments over the next few weeks. I'm hoping that if I can do a little at a time we will be able to keep things as "normal" as possible. In math we continue to work with 2-digit addition and subtract as well as elapsed time. We did a fun introduction into comparing what seconds, minutes and hours feel like and what can be accomplished during these different time segments.
We added two new fables to our collection this week: The Boy Who Cried Wolf and Androcles and the Lion. These provided great opportunities to identify the lesson in a story. We also started a new science unit this week and our music teacher, Mrs. Davidson, joined us for our first session. Students used jeweler's loupes to examine sweet gum tree seed pods and record their thinking. This led to a discussion on the invention of velcro. We will be looking at other ways that nature has inspired people to develop new ways to solve everyday problems. I'll post some pictures that show our scientists at work. The first graders will have their sculptures on display in the classroom this Thursday at 1:50. We would love to have you stop by for a look and students will also share a poem they have written to go along with their artwork. At the end of the day the the sculptures will be sent home. Dates to Remember Tuesday, May 8 PTA fundraiser with Pizzicato Thursday, May 10 First Grade Art Show 1:50 Tuesday, May 15 PTA meeting 6:30 pm Wednesday, May 16 Late Opening Friday, May 18 STEAM Night 5:30 pm
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MS. SCHIADAI teach first grade in southeast Portland where every day brings a new adventure!
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