Category Archives: Literacy
The Polar Express and Math Learning
As we begin our large break from school, don’t forget to have fun reading, and even visit the public library for some good books. We concluded our Unit on The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. Â Have fun exploring his … Continue reading
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Pen Pal letters to Ireland
Our class completed our Pen Pal letters to Ireland. We have learned about the following: Ireland – the country, the kids, the sheep, the green hills, and more Letter writing – How to start a letter, how to end a … Continue reading
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Spirit Week and Reading Activities
University Schools Spirit Week 2011 kicks off tomorrow. Â Monday, October 3rd – Favorite Team Day Tuesday, October 4th – Blue and White Day (our school colors) Wednesday, October 5th – Formal Fun Day (Track Meet/not too formal) Thursday, October … Continue reading
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Book Fair
This morning students were able to visit the library for our Book Fair Preview. Â The Book Fair allows our school library to earn new books. Â The Book Fair will be active until Friday, and the library will be open until … Continue reading
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Middle School Reading Buddies
For the past two weeks we have enjoyed the opportunity to meet with our Middle School Reading Buddies. Â Every Thursday, from 2:30-3:00 during our UNIT time, each student is able to spend quality time with an Honors Reading middle school … Continue reading
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Alphabet Soup, Using a Compass, and More
A few highlights from our first FULL week of school: Writing in our Journals Learning “Day and Night†in sign language Reading “Shark in the Park†Attending an assembly in the Auditorium Searching for letters in the newspaper during our … Continue reading
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