Hello Families and Friends!

On Monday we had a lesson on story problems and reviewed the concept of part, part, whole.  We did a couple of story problems together.

For an addition story problem you add the parts to get the whole.
part + part =whole

For a subtraction story problem you start with the whole and take the part away to get the other part.
Whole -part = part

This week your child needs to create their own story problem.  They should have their story problem ready to share at Fridays Zoom meeting.

Here are the two problems we did on Monday.

 I hope you have been able to safely get outside and enjoy the sunshine.

Hello Families,
Today during our Zoom lesson we continued to focus on opinion writing.  Our new writing assignment is to pick the season that you think is the best.  I reminded the children to start their piece with a hook by asking a question that would get the readers interested in what they have to say.  Then you state your opinion and give 3 reasons why you think it.  After you give your reasons for your opinion it's time for the closing.  All you have to so is restate your opinion and leave your readers with something to think about.

Here is an example that we did together during our zoom lesson.  Please be ready to share at our zoom meeting on Friday.

Our wonderful art teacher, Mrs. Crandall, created a website which includes art lessons and resources.  New lessons are published on Thursdays.  Make sure to check it out!
https://sites.google.com/wsdvt.org/mrscrandallsartroom/home

Last week was the last 2 packets were distributed to students.  If you didn't pick up your child's packet you can contact Linda via email to set up a time this week to get their packets. 

Here's a video that the teachers at JFK put together.  Please share with your child.

                                                         

https://youtu.be/2pjPGtkUrus

Hello Families and Friends,
I wanted to start by saying thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we are all adjusting to the new normal. 

This week we moved into our next phase of remote learning. It has been exciting reconnecting with families and formulate a plan the makes sense for each individual as we move forward together.  Our new schedule looks like the following;

Monday-9:30-10:00- First Grade Zoom lesson                            Monday-11:00 (music)
Friday-10:30-11:00- First Grade Zoom lesson                             Thursday 11:00 (art)

Throughout the week your child will have a one on one meeting with one of the following teachers,  Mrs. Charron, Mrs. Lapointe, Mrs. Weimer, Mrs. Hamble, and Mrs. Thomas.  These teachers should of contacted you this week to set up a time that works best with your family.

If your children receives Special Education, Speech, or ELL support they will also be meeting an adult one on one.

First grader will be using Freckle app to help practice math.  Freckle adaptive math practice allows students to practice their math skills across topics.  The best part-Freckle adapts why the students work.  The app learns what material is too easy, what is too hard, and what is just right.  I'll will be setting up accounts over vacation.  Stay tuned.

Here is a short tutorial.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDlxWatyAT4


There is NO SCHOOL next week April 20th-26th, but please email me if you anything.
Stay safe and try to relax.
I'll see everyone at our Monday  April 27th for our Monday Zoom meeting;)

                                                 

Today we read the book Red is Best and talked about what color they think is the best.  This weeks writing assignment will be to write your opinion on what you think is the best color and why.  Be ready to share your writing on Friday at our next Zoom meeting!

Here is an example that I shared with the class.  It has a title.  I wrote my opinion and one reason.


                                                                   

Hello friends and Families,
Here are a few more websites that look cool!


Lunch with Mo Williams
One of our students' favorite authors/illustrators is Mo Williams. He is doing a drawing lesson everyday. You can access that through the Kennedy Center website:


https://www.kennedy-center.org/education/mo-willems/


National Geographic for kids
This website has games, videos, books, jokes, and much more.  What is your favorite joke?

https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/

PE with Joe

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rz0go1pTda8&list=PLyCLoPd4VxBvQafyve889qVcPxYEjdSTl

Jayden wanted to share his work.  Way to go buddy!

I assigned 2 books for each of you through the epic website.  I hope you like them.  Also, if you haven't tried Xtra math it's super fun.  Paolo has been using and likes it.  Way to go Paolo.

Parents if you have a hard time logging into these sites please let me know.  I'll walk you through it.

Have a great rest of your day.  I hope you were able to get out and enjoy the sunshine.  Practicing social distancing of course.