We finished up listening to all the wonderful book talks. What a great job they all did! The story summaries were excellent. The projects were amazing and very creative.
In religion we are continuing on our exploration of Moses and the Ten Commandments. On Monday we will focus on reading and discussing the Commandments.
In math students practiced story problems and some needed to do some catch-up work. All are now caught up and doing well.
In reading we learned about different kinds of resources to look in for information. Students learned about almanacs, atlases, telephone directories, card catalogs and newspapers. We also discussed what homophones are and what dictionary entries are, along with definitions.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Assignment Sheet for Oct. 3-7, 2011
Name _____________________________ Week of __Oct. 3–Oct. 7, 2011
Weekly Assignment Sheet
2B ___________________________________________________________________
Monday: Reading 10 minutes a day
Art Practice math factsLibrary
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Tuesday: Read 10 minutes a day
Spanish Practice math factsPE Mental Math 8- due This is not timed.
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Wednesday: Read 10 minutes a day8:30 Mass Practice math facts
1:30 Dismissal Munching on Melon-Due
Thursday: Read 10 minutes a day
Music Practice math facts Exercise 4 both sides-due
PE Practice math facts
8:30 Rosary for Our Lady of the Rosary
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Coming Up: Oct. 10- No School
Oct. 11- End of 1st quarterOct. 14- Harvest Festival
Oct. 20- Report cards go home
Oct. 24-28 Conference Week 12:00 Dismissal
Oct. 31-No School
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Thursday
Today in religion we began talking about Moses and how he led the Chosen Poeple out of Egypt and how they wandered the desert for a long time. We began talking about the Ten Commandments.
Students also created a little door hangar that was from the story of David and Goliath.
In reading and writing we are working on sequencing and organization as one of the 6 Traits of Writing.
The story is nonfiction and is called "A Trip to the Emergency Room". We are discussing who works in a hospital and what they do.
In math we are continuing to work on addition with 2 and 3 digits with renaming. They still need some practice. Most know their basic addition and subtraction but some need more practice at home.
In social studies we are finishing up with American History.
Students also created a little door hangar that was from the story of David and Goliath.
In reading and writing we are working on sequencing and organization as one of the 6 Traits of Writing.
The story is nonfiction and is called "A Trip to the Emergency Room". We are discussing who works in a hospital and what they do.
In math we are continuing to work on addition with 2 and 3 digits with renaming. They still need some practice. Most know their basic addition and subtraction but some need more practice at home.
In social studies we are finishing up with American History.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Tuesday
Today we finished up our story about the harbor seal pup and took the weekly assessment.
We also took the CLOSE test and the weekly dictation test. I am seeing improvement in student spelling in their writing. Tomorrow we begin our story called "A Trip to the Emergency Room".
In religion we took a quiz on Abraham, David and Noah and how they followed God and how He keeps His promises.
In math we started renaming in addition from the one to tens and working with the number problems vertically. Most understand but some need to practice adding the extra ten to their answer and not forget about it.
In social studies we finished up our American History timelines. Hopefully, I can get them back soon.
We will do some review in their workbooks.
Next, we will work on a short technology and how it had changed throughout time.
We also took the CLOSE test and the weekly dictation test. I am seeing improvement in student spelling in their writing. Tomorrow we begin our story called "A Trip to the Emergency Room".
In religion we took a quiz on Abraham, David and Noah and how they followed God and how He keeps His promises.
In math we started renaming in addition from the one to tens and working with the number problems vertically. Most understand but some need to practice adding the extra ten to their answer and not forget about it.
In social studies we finished up our American History timelines. Hopefully, I can get them back soon.
We will do some review in their workbooks.
Next, we will work on a short technology and how it had changed throughout time.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Friday
Remember to work on your book talks this weekend. They are due on Wednesday.
We talked about Abraham today in religion. Students made a small banner that says God always keep His promises. They enjoyed making this.
In math students practiced addition and subtraction.
In reading students working on endings and antonyms.
In social studies we learned more about the Revoluntionary War and then learned about the Civil War.
We also learned John Hancock.
Hope to see you at the Golf Tournament or the Diamonds and Denim dinner tomorrow night.
Have a great weekend.
We talked about Abraham today in religion. Students made a small banner that says God always keep His promises. They enjoyed making this.
In math students practiced addition and subtraction.
In reading students working on endings and antonyms.
In social studies we learned more about the Revoluntionary War and then learned about the Civil War.
We also learned John Hancock.
Hope to see you at the Golf Tournament or the Diamonds and Denim dinner tomorrow night.
Have a great weekend.
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Thursday
What a busy day we had today! Students worked very quietly during reading centers time. They worked on identifying verbs and nouns. They also worked on word family riddles. Most have finished their page for our class book, Bubbles the Dolphin Finds a Friend. I put their pictures on our bulletin board before I bind it.
Students enjoyed partner reading our main story. They also worked on story sequencing.
They did a great job in music today.
In math we have begun subtraction with 2 and 3 digit numbers without renaming.
For those interested in IXL.com, I have listed the skills we are doing or have covered so far in Singapore Math in the tab on the right side of the blog.
In religion we retold the story of Noah's ark. They made an ark. Ask them to retell the story using the project.
Students enjoyed partner reading our main story. They also worked on story sequencing.
They did a great job in music today.
In math we have begun subtraction with 2 and 3 digit numbers without renaming.
For those interested in IXL.com, I have listed the skills we are doing or have covered so far in Singapore Math in the tab on the right side of the blog.
In religion we retold the story of Noah's ark. They made an ark. Ask them to retell the story using the project.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Wednesday
Today we finished up our "How To ..." stories. They should be coming home in a few days. Our new in reading is about a harbor seal that is rescued. Students will be working on story sequencing and in their writing using first, next, then, and last or finally. They will also be working on antonyms and plural nouns, along with consonent blends.
In math today we started subtraction without renaming. They will practice writing the problems vertically and solving them.
The beautiful 2B planter was on display in the courtyard today and I think it will be there the rest of the week. Some lucky person will win this great piece of art at the silent auction Saturday night.
In math today we started subtraction without renaming. They will practice writing the problems vertically and solving them.
The beautiful 2B planter was on display in the courtyard today and I think it will be there the rest of the week. Some lucky person will win this great piece of art at the silent auction Saturday night.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Monday
Conmgratulations to all those who students who have tried IXL.com for math practice. For those who haven't this is a good site for math practice.
I posted a picture of the beautiful 2B planter for the silent auction. Thank you Mrs. Ferrara and Mrs. Longo for coming and creating this mosaic planter with the students. They sure had a great time!
Today we talked about patron saints and who they are and what they do. Many students looked up their saint namesakes or their favorite saint.
In reading students began their Eric Carle pictures using colored tissue paper. They also are working on "How to.." stories. We will be working with contractions and homonyms/homophones.
In math students started lining up addition number sentences and adding without regrouping.
I posted a picture of the beautiful 2B planter for the silent auction. Thank you Mrs. Ferrara and Mrs. Longo for coming and creating this mosaic planter with the students. They sure had a great time!
Today we talked about patron saints and who they are and what they do. Many students looked up their saint namesakes or their favorite saint.
In reading students began their Eric Carle pictures using colored tissue paper. They also are working on "How to.." stories. We will be working with contractions and homonyms/homophones.
In math students started lining up addition number sentences and adding without regrouping.
Friday, September 16, 2011
Friday
We were able to use Room 1 today while our air conditioning was being fixed. It was fixed by 9:00 so we spent the rest of the day in our nice, cool classroom.
Students wrote their rough draft on their "How to.." story. They will finish on Monday. They also worked on their page of "Bubbles the Dolphin Finds a Friend" today. On Monday, they will use colored tissue paper to create their picture.
In math students practiced adding and subtracting with 2 digit numbers.
In religion we reviewed vocabulary about Baptism and how our sins are washed away and that we receive grace from God in our souls.
Have a great weekend!
Students wrote their rough draft on their "How to.." story. They will finish on Monday. They also worked on their page of "Bubbles the Dolphin Finds a Friend" today. On Monday, they will use colored tissue paper to create their picture.
In math students practiced adding and subtracting with 2 digit numbers.
In religion we reviewed vocabulary about Baptism and how our sins are washed away and that we receive grace from God in our souls.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Thursday
Tomorrow is buck-a-jeans. Students may wear their spirit shirts with jeans, or with their school shirt or they can be in regular uniform.
Today we began our Eric Carle story, The Tiny Seed. We are also working on a class book about a dolphin who searches for a friend in the ocean. In addition students are writing a "how to..." story.
We will also review nouns and verbs along with antonyms.
In math we will begin addition subtraction with 3 digits.
In social studies we talked about the Pilgrims coming to america and how they were colonists.
Today we began our Eric Carle story, The Tiny Seed. We are also working on a class book about a dolphin who searches for a friend in the ocean. In addition students are writing a "how to..." story.
We will also review nouns and verbs along with antonyms.
In math we will begin addition subtraction with 3 digits.
In social studies we talked about the Pilgrims coming to america and how they were colonists.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Tuesday
Today was another very busy day. Pictures went off without a hitch and were even early this year. We played after pictures so students would stay clean and crisp. We completed our unit about friends. Tomorrow students will work on a formal writing assessment using the 6 Traits of Writing.
In math we began adding and subtracting 2 digit numbers using a tens/ones chart and using number bonds. They did great.
We are finished with the IOWA testing, except for a couple of make up tests. Back to a normal schedule.
It is now cool enough for students to eat in the ramada and play outside. Please continue to send in water bottles, they still get pretty thirsty.
In math we began adding and subtracting 2 digit numbers using a tens/ones chart and using number bonds. They did great.
We are finished with the IOWA testing, except for a couple of make up tests. Back to a normal schedule.
It is now cool enough for students to eat in the ramada and play outside. Please continue to send in water bottles, they still get pretty thirsty.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Book Talk Information and directions
Books chosen may be slightly lower or slightly higher than the student's AR range. Yes, I do take off points if the Book Talk is late.
Students should only pick out one project, NOT one from each section.
Due Date _____Sept. 28, 2011________________
2. Below write down the book title and the AR level and send it back to be checked and approved by your teacher.
5. Be as creative as you like. There are ideas for everyone. Power points are permitted after it has been introduced to students in computer class.
v Make a poster about your book. Be sure to include the characters, problem, and solution of the story.
v Design a new cover for your book. On the backside, tell the main idea of the story.
v Use felt cutouts to retell your story on a storyboard.
v Use a shoebox to create a diorama of a scene from your book.
v Make cartoons about the important events from the story.
v Make puppets to tell the story.
v Create a power point to tell the story by using pictures and words.
v Create a rap to perform for the class.
v Put on a puppet show to tell the story.
v Use felt cutouts to retell your story on a storyboard.
Music Smarts:
v Use a familiar tune to create a song to tell the story.
v Create a rap to perform for the class.
* Make a game to go along with your story. You could create your own game board, and put questions about the story on cards.
v Create a word search to be used after you tell about the story.
v Prepare a storyboard, and cut into jigsaw pieces. Fasten them together as you tell the story.
v Design a model to represent a favorite part of your story.
Word Smart:
v Write a letter to the book’s author about the part of the book you found interesting.
v Pretend you are a character in the story. Write a diary entry to share with the class.
v Make a flip book to share the characters, problem, and solution.
v Write a poem about the story.
v Write a script for a puppet show.
v Write a song.
v Write a script for a puppet show.
v Write a poem.
People Smarts:
v Share your ideas with Mom and Dad. Listen to their suggestions for your presentation.
Nature Smarts:
v Choose a book about an animal. Pretend to be that animal.
v Take photos of nature to help retell your story.
Below is how the Book Talks will be graded.
Students should only pick out one project, NOT one from each section.
Due Date _____Sept. 28, 2011________________
Book Talk Ideas Directions
1. Choose a book that is in your AR reading range.
2. Below write down the book title and the AR level and send it back to be checked and approved by your teacher.
3. Leave plenty of time to read the book and complete your book talk project. Leaving it until the night before is not recommended and may result in a lower grade.
4. Make sure to include the title and the author are somewhere in the book talk.
5. Be as creative as you like. There are ideas for everyone. Power points are permitted after it has been introduced to students in computer class.
6. Be sure to put your name on your project.
7. Turn your project in on time. Points are deducted for late projects, since ample time is given for project completion.
8. The Book Talk Rubric will be used to grade projects and it is printed on the back so you will know the expectations for the project.
9. Have fun!
Please complete and return the bottom portion for teacher book approval
Student Name _____________________________
Book Title ________________________________
Book Level ________________________________
Book Talk due date __________________________
Approved Not Approved
Teacher signature ___________________________
Book Talk Ideas
(Needs to be completed at and brought to school to present)
Picture Smarts:v Make a poster about your book. Be sure to include the characters, problem, and solution of the story.
v Design a new cover for your book. On the backside, tell the main idea of the story.
v Use felt cutouts to retell your story on a storyboard.
v Use a shoebox to create a diorama of a scene from your book.
v Make cartoons about the important events from the story.
v Make puppets to tell the story.
v Create a power point to tell the story by using pictures and words.
Body Smarts:
v Dress up as a main character and act out the story.v Create a rap to perform for the class.
v Put on a puppet show to tell the story.
v Use felt cutouts to retell your story on a storyboard.
Music Smarts:
v Use a familiar tune to create a song to tell the story.
v Create a rap to perform for the class.
Math Smarts:
* Make a game to go along with your story. You could create your own game board, and put questions about the story on cards.
v Create a word search to be used after you tell about the story.
v Prepare a storyboard, and cut into jigsaw pieces. Fasten them together as you tell the story.
v Design a model to represent a favorite part of your story.
Word Smart:
v Write a letter to the book’s author about the part of the book you found interesting.
v Pretend you are a character in the story. Write a diary entry to share with the class.
v Make a flip book to share the characters, problem, and solution.
v Write a poem about the story.
v Write a script for a puppet show.
Self Smarts:
v Write a letter.v Write a song.
v Write a script for a puppet show.
v Write a poem.
People Smarts:
v Share your ideas with Mom and Dad. Listen to their suggestions for your presentation.
Nature Smarts:
v Choose a book about an animal. Pretend to be that animal.
v Take photos of nature to help retell your story.
Book Talk Rubric
3 | 2 | 1 | |
Summary | Summarizes the book well. Includes the important events/characters of the story. Events told in sequence. | Summarizes the book fairly well. Includes most of the important events/characters. Most events told in sequence. | Summary is not complete. Events/characters left out. Events told out of sequence. |
Creativity | Book Talk is creative. Student put thought into project. Looks neat. | Book Talk is creative, but sloppy. Student could have spent more time to do a better job. | Book talk is “the bare minimum”. Looks rushed and sloppy. |
Presentation | Student made eye contact with audience. They spoke loudly and clearly. Student was prepared. | Student made some eye contact. They spoke just loud and clear enough to hear. Student was prepared. | Student did not make eye contact with audience. It was difficult to hear speaker. Student was not prepared. |
Directions | Student included all book information on report. Book Talk was completed on time. | Student included most of the book information. Book Talk was completed on time. | No book information was included and/or Book Talk was late. |
Question/answer | Student was able to answer all questions with confidence and knowledge. | Student was able to answer most questions with confidence and knowledge. | Student was unable to answer questions. |
Total ____/15 | ____/5 | ____/5 | ____/5 |
Friday, September 9, 2011
Friday
A big thank you to Mrs. Ferrara and Mrs. Long who came into the classroom this afternoon and worked with the students to create beautiful mosaic planter pots for the Auction after the Golf Tournament on Sept. 24. Students used there "FREE TIME" while the students put their creations on the pots.
In religion we discussed Adam and Eve and their fall from heaven by making poor choices and the consequences of their choices.
In reading we worked on making predictions and the outcomes in the story "My Name is Yoon". We also reviewed our CLOSE test and they logged the misspelled words in their word chart in the binders.
On Monday we will finish up the last 3 IOWA tests and the Dibels testing in 2B is done. Now we can move onto more fun projects and get into a more regular routine.
Have a great weekend! Go Cardinals!
In religion we discussed Adam and Eve and their fall from heaven by making poor choices and the consequences of their choices.
In reading we worked on making predictions and the outcomes in the story "My Name is Yoon". We also reviewed our CLOSE test and they logged the misspelled words in their word chart in the binders.
On Monday we will finish up the last 3 IOWA tests and the Dibels testing in 2B is done. Now we can move onto more fun projects and get into a more regular routine.
Have a great weekend! Go Cardinals!
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Thursday
Today we started the last story in the first reading unit. It is called "My Name is Yoon". Students will be working on making predictions and outcomes. They are also working on long and short O. In addition students will work on predicates in grammar.
In math we started 2 digit addition and they learned how to write answers on paper to problems in the textbook. A great life skill to be able to transfer information from one place to another.
We did a lot of ITBS testing this morning. tomorrow we will be testing language and math.
Students won "FREE TIME" for good behavior since the beginning of school. They will have their free time tomorrow afternoon. We ran out of time today.
In math we started 2 digit addition and they learned how to write answers on paper to problems in the textbook. A great life skill to be able to transfer information from one place to another.
We did a lot of ITBS testing this morning. tomorrow we will be testing language and math.
Students won "FREE TIME" for good behavior since the beginning of school. They will have their free time tomorrow afternoon. We ran out of time today.
Golf Tournament Reminder
Remember the Bl. Pope John XXIII Golf Tournament is Saturday, September 24th, at The Boulders Resort. If you don't play golf you can always come to the dinner in the evening. Maybe a group could put a 2nd grade table together, as reflected by Rachel Collins.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Tuesday
Hope everyone had a great long weekend!
Today we finished up our story on Rosina. Some students were able to practice some sign language in one center. They also wrote their final draft on the informational story on firemen.
Students took their CLOSE test and completed their dictation test. I will not be grading their printing this week.
In math we are reviewing addition and subtraction and how they are related. They remembered what number bonds are and fact families.
In religion we are learning about original sin and Baptism.
Today we finished up our story on Rosina. Some students were able to practice some sign language in one center. They also wrote their final draft on the informational story on firemen.
Students took their CLOSE test and completed their dictation test. I will not be grading their printing this week.
In math we are reviewing addition and subtraction and how they are related. They remembered what number bonds are and fact families.
In religion we are learning about original sin and Baptism.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Thursday
Yesterday was very busy as was today. We are starting a new story called "Meet Rosina". It about a girl that is deaf and how she is able to have a regular life. We are working on Main Ideas and Details, along with long I and compound words. Students also work a letter to a new friend telling about themselves and asking the new friend a question or two. They are working on writing using a letter format.
In math we completed a review of Unit 1. Tomorow is a final review, then next week will be begin with addition and subtraction.
In social studies we started a new unit on history. This will work in nicely with our October field trip to Pioneer Village.
In math we completed a review of Unit 1. Tomorow is a final review, then next week will be begin with addition and subtraction.
In social studies we started a new unit on history. This will work in nicely with our October field trip to Pioneer Village.
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