Monday, April 20, 2009

April 20, 2009


READING
We will be taking the OLSAT tests this week. This is not a test that your child can study for, they just have to try to do their best.
We will be reading two stories called More Stories Julian Tells and Slippery Siblings.
In phonics we will be reviewing words that end in -le and -er, contractions, base words that end in -ed and -ing, and the silent consonants b and k (n).
Vocabulary words are advice, curve, instructions, message, travel, bobsled, catchers, course, run, straightaways.
Comprehension strategy is making generalizations, following directions and making judgements.
In grammar we will be working on the past and present tense verbs .


MATH
In math we will be finishing our chapter on patterns. Our chapter test will be on Thursday. Our next chapter will be on length, perimeter and area.


Handwriting
We will be learning to write the cursive capital letters E and N. Please review the lowercase letters with your child.


Science

Our larvae have now formed a chrysalis, They will will remain in this stage for approximately 7 to 10 days. They are now inside a butterfly pavilion. You can view them at Open House.


Open House
Our spring open house will be on April 23rd from 6:30-8:00. All family members are welcome to attend and see all of our beautiful
work on display.



We will be celebrating summer birthdays before the end of our school year. Write me a note and we can pick a date to celebrate your child’s summer birthday.


ANNOUNCEMENTS
April 20-21 – OLSAT Testing
April 22 – Earth Day
April 23 – Open House and Book Fair
April 24 – Early Dismissal