Feb. 25- March 1

Dear Parents,

     We have been very busy in First Grade the past couple of weeks! We have celebrated Read-a-thon, Mardi Gras, Black History Month, Valentines Day, and the Chinese New Year! Also, our very own, Summer, was the TOP reader for the entire First Grade. Way to go, Summer!

         We have also begun our new Unit of Study entitled “Heroes”. The Central Idea is: Explorations and Discoveries of individuals influence culture. We began discussing the traits of some of our favorite Super Heroes and their purpose in our lives and how their influences affect culture along with real life heroes from the past.

         We have been studying the famous American Heroes: Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Lewis and Clark and Sacagawea. We will continue putting more American Heroes on our class time-line as we progress through our unit.

Here’s a look into the curriculum this week:

Reading:

It’s JGB week! We will be analyzing and responding to different poetry selections.

Phonics: “Growling r”

Grammar:

Comparing adjectives using ‘er’ and ‘est’.  ex: She is taller than her sister. She is the tallest of her three sisters.

Social Studies/Science:

Continuing our study of American Heroes.

Math:

Continuing to solve complex story problems and the different ways we can solve various probems.

Writing:

Choosing one of two topics to write a persuasive argument.

Important Announcements and Reminders:

·      Registration Packets are due this Friday, March 1st.

·      Be aware that Spring Conferences are coming up starting on March 25^th. More details will be communicated.

Thanks for your continued support!

Mrs. Peake