Friendly Reminders

 

Here are a few reminders...

1. If you haven't done so already, please send in your money for Scholastic News. The check can be made out to Wrentham Public Schools in blue or black ink for $4.95. Thanks to those who have already turned in the money. Scholastic News is a GREAT supplement to use as a non-fiction resource!

 

2. Please send in a couple of gently used books to add to our "Birthday Basket" by Friday, September 25th. This will be a fun treat for the kids!

 

3. The Staff vs. Police softball game is this Thursday! I'll be swinging! I hope to see you there! Go teachers!

 

4. Please send in a photo of your child, as we will be using them to create a non-fiction text feature booklet.

 

Important Curriculum Information

 

Reading

Making Connections

We are working on making connections as we read or listen to a story.  Making connections help students to think about what is being read and relate to situations in the text. In doing so, their ability to comprehend increases. 

How you can help? As you read with your child, stop and talk to them about their connections by asking them what that part in the story reminds them of. Tell them your connections too! This is a fun way to talk about the text and know that your child is understanding what is being read!

 

Math

Addition Strategies

In math, we are reviewing addition strategies such as counting on, making a ten, and doubles, to name a few.

Please have your child use Xtra Math and MobyMax Fact Master to help them learn their facts. Also, don't forget about Reflex!  All of these task cards are stapled inside your child's homework folder.

 

Writing

Punch Card

This week I will introduce the writing punch card. We will use these throughout the year. It is a fun way to incorporate all different types of writing. They can make a list, make connections to poetry, research, create a prompt and pick a prompt.  Once a task is complete, they will get a punch. After all 5 tasks are finished, they bring the card home and receive a new punch card. The students love this because they can choose what to do during the writing center. They feel in control and therefore are more excited to write.

 

Thanks for reading and enjoy the fall weather!

Kristin