Paper Airplanes

Today we got to make our own paper airplanes to throw in class.  We measured our longest and shortest distances.

The Daily Five

Over the past few weeks we have been working on building our stamina as readers to prepare for our Daily Five choices (Independent Reading, Partner Reading, Work Work, Listening to Reading, and Writing).  The students have also been learning new strategies to help them become better readers.  One strategy we have focused on is cross checking.  Cross checking allows the students to check the picture, check the word/sounds and check to see if it makes sense.  This is a strategy that they can use at home when reading aloud to you!  Check out the motions below that go with this strategy!

1.  Check the picture

2.  Check the word.

3.  Does it make sense?

We enjoyed using our wiki sticks to help us practice Word Work and making, spelling, and reading our focus words.

The Daily Five in action...

Comparing Numbers

We've learned a new math game and are using dot cards to practice comparing numbers.

Happy Friday

We had a wonderful first week and a HAPPY FRIDAY!

Our Birthday Month Photos:

First Day of First Grade

We had a wonderful and busy first day of first grade!  We are looking forward to a fantastic year with new friends!