Hello everyone!!!
It has been a very busy few days here in the Primary Language Class.
So, it is official! We have moved!
Our new classroom is up and running and we are settling in really well. Monday was our first full day in the class and the kids did really well. I know change can be difficult, especially after routines and structures have been set in place, but the kids were champions and I am really proud of them. We will spend some times this week reviewing the basics: where we line up, where the washrooms and water fountains are and how to get to the office from our new spot!
Last week, we read the book, "Have You Filled a Bucket Today". This book talks about how being considerate and conscientious of others really makes a difference, and how one small and simple act of kindness can turn someone’s day around! We brainstormed and discussed ways in which we could be kind, be good friends and fill each other’s buckets. I am so thrilled to say that all of the students were FULL of ideas! It made my heart smile! What a kind bunch!
As you know, the weather has been unseasonably HOT! While it is so nice to have this late summer weather, it does make for some pretty hot days at school. We have been encouraging the students to drink lots of water and find the shade at recess and we will keep it as cool as we can in the classroom. Please make sure your children are wearing lightweight clothing and send in a water bottle if you can. Thank you!
Today at St, John the Apostle, it was picture day! The students showed off their best smiles as we took our class photo and they had individual pictures taken. Each student will be having their individual picture taken at both schools, so if you are looking to purchase pictures, you will have two to choose from.
We will be participating in our annual Terry Fox walk on Thursday. We will talk about the impact that Terry Fox had on us as a nation and look at how his contributions to cancer research started something bigger than he could have imagined.
This week, we will be learning about words in the _an word family. Talk to your child about what words belong in this word family (i.e., pan, can, ran).
Have a great week everyone. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!
Last week, we read the book, "Have You Filled a Bucket Today". This book talks about how being considerate and conscientious of others really makes a difference, and how one small and simple act of kindness can turn someone’s day around! We brainstormed and discussed ways in which we could be kind, be good friends and fill each other’s buckets. I am so thrilled to say that all of the students were FULL of ideas! It made my heart smile! What a kind bunch!
As you know, the weather has been unseasonably HOT! While it is so nice to have this late summer weather, it does make for some pretty hot days at school. We have been encouraging the students to drink lots of water and find the shade at recess and we will keep it as cool as we can in the classroom. Please make sure your children are wearing lightweight clothing and send in a water bottle if you can. Thank you!
Today at St, John the Apostle, it was picture day! The students showed off their best smiles as we took our class photo and they had individual pictures taken. Each student will be having their individual picture taken at both schools, so if you are looking to purchase pictures, you will have two to choose from.
We will be participating in our annual Terry Fox walk on Thursday. We will talk about the impact that Terry Fox had on us as a nation and look at how his contributions to cancer research started something bigger than he could have imagined.
Today I will send home some Word Wall Words with your child. On the cover of the Word Wall Book there are some instructions. Basically, the book is there for you to practice the words with your child. There are no specific activities or timelines! All I ask is that the book be returned by Friday so I can put the new words in for the following week. We work on the words in class throughout the week. Practice at home is a great way to reinforce the learning that is happening at school! However, I understand how busy life gets and that sometimes homework takes a back seat to everything else in your day. I also understand that there are so many more valuable things that you can be doing with the little time you have with your children at the end of the day. So, please do what you can, even if it is just talking about the words. Thank you so much for your help!
Here are of our words for this week:
Group 1: a, see
Group 2: a, go, like
Group 3: I, the, is, can, like
I have also sent home a Snuggle Book. For the new families, the concept of the Snuggle Book is that I send home a book for you to snuggle up and read with your child. While I am sure you have tons of books at home, this is a book that I have chosen to be at your child's reading level. The idea is that you read the book with your child a few times until they can read it to you independently. This may be right away or it may take a few days. However long it takes.....noproblem! Please keep the book until your child feels comfortable reading it on their own, then you can return it for a new book. In the folder there is a place for you to write whether the book was too easy, too hard or just right. Please let me know so I can continue to choose appropriate books for each child!
This week, we will be learning about words in the _an word family. Talk to your child about what words belong in this word family (i.e., pan, can, ran).
We have also begun learning about the vowels and the sounds they make. Vowel identification is an important part of learning to read! Ask your child about the different sounds that the vowels make!
