READING
Our next two stories are in our Theme Wrap-Up. The first one is called Grandpa's Corner Store It is about when a giant supermarket opens in the neighborhood Lucy tries to help her Grandfather save his small corner grocery store. The second story is called Barrio: Jose's Neighborhood it is about a San Francisco neighborhood. We will be comparing these stories with the other literature we have read in our theme.
In phonics we will be focusing on the the vowel pairs ai, ay and the endings -er and -est.
Vocabulary words are deliveries, grocery store, flyer, success, grand opening, supermarket, burrio, harvest, customs, fiesta and traditions.
Comprehension strategies are summarizing and making inferences.
In grammar we will be working on special nouns .
Reading Logs are due on Wednesday, February 1st.
MATH
In math we will finished our chapter on money. Our next chapter will be on telling time. We will be learning to tell time to the quarter hour and in 5 minute increments. Practice telling time at home with your child.
Student of the Week
Ryan is the Student of the Week! He likes to read books with his brother, build legos and go sledding. His favorite animal is a cheetah His favorite color is brown. When Ryan grows up he wants to be a Lego Builder.
Valentine’s Day Party
On Tuesday, Feb. 14th we will have a Valentine's Day party. Your child may bring one valentine for every child in the class (23 students). Please have your child address each card (class list). Bring the cards to school in a bag with your child’s name on it.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Feb. 1 – Reading Logs are Due
Feb. 14 – Valentine's Day Party at 2:00
Feb. 21 – President's Day – No School
Feb. 23 – Spring Picture Day
Feb. 28 – Early Dismisal at 12:00
