February 21-25th

 What a busy week we have ahead of us. 

2/22 "Two's Day" Don't forget to dress up for tomorrows celebration. (Two stepping boots, tutu, ties, etc.) Totally optional. We have a couple of fun activities planned, including popsicles. 

2/24 Go Texan Day/ Library

2/25 Spelling test 

Math

We are moving on to graphing. We will analyze picture graphs, bar graphs, etc. and answers questions. Tomorrow's math activity will include fruit loops. Should be a fun week! 

Reading

The kids are excited about their new books clubs. The focus in reading is to pay attention to our main characters in our books. We will discuss character traits, how they react to certain situations, etc. The kids have been working on having discussions around books without raising their hands. I love the language the kids are using such as " I agree with you..... or I'm going to change the subject and add..." The kids would talk all day about books if I'd let them. 

Writing

Last week we reviewed how stories are structured. This week we will start to notice different craft elements and how authors use them to enhance their writing. 

Science/Social Studies

We will wrap up food chains and then move on to government for social studies. 


February 7-11

 Important dates: 

Early dismissal on 2/10 and 2/11

Valentines box/bag due on 2/14

Math

We will take our end of unit word problem test on Monday. I told the kids they are responsible for knowing what operation to use and to show their work. We will start our money unit on Tuesday. 

Reading 

Our focus this week is character traits. We will be using text evidence to support how characters are acting and feeling. 

Writing 

With our short week, we are working on a fun writing activity. 

Science

We will discuss basic needs of animals and plans.