Tuesday, May 1, 2012

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Hello first grade families. We are only 5 weeks away from summer and this time of the year is extremely busy. Be sure to pay close attention to dates and events. Next week is the Redbirds field trip. Thanks so much for getting the paper mache' balloons together last week. I know they are a lot of work. We'll begin constructing our globes this week.

In reading this week we'll share the story Tippy Toe Chick, Go! It's a story about a chick that out smarts a dog. Our comprehension focus is problem/solution. In spelling we'll practice the final consonant  -le pattern like in the word dribble. In grammar we'll explore different types of sentences; commands, telling, questions and exclamations.

In math this week we test on 2 digit addition and begin 2 digit subtraction. We'll begin with mental math skills subtracting tens and skip counting by 10's backwards starting at any number.

In unit study we will begin our continent study. Students will be able to identify and locate the 7 continents on a world map and globe. We will also explore landforms found on each continent.

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