September 26-30, 2022
Fall has arrived and first grade is falling into a new
season of learning as we continue to seek what is true, what is beautiful, and
what is good.
Spalding: This week, scholars will begin to learn seven new
words each day. There will be a 21-word spelling test this Friday. Phonogram
focus: er, ay, a, c, ng, ee, tu, ey, v, ou
Grammar: Scholars will continue to practice identifying
common nouns and proper nouns. Scholars will also focus on capitalization,
specifically with first and last names and names of states.
Math: In math this week we will continue
focusing on subtraction within 10. We will spend time at the beginning of the
week focusing on how we can use number bonds in subtraction and how number
bonds in general can be used for both addition and subtraction. We will then
move into writing addition/subtraction fact families. This can be a tricky
concept for first graders, so we always want to be sure to approach it with
grace. We will finish the week by learning about how to compare two numbers in
subtraction.
In
literature we will be learning about trickster tales. We will read our first
trickster tale and work to identify who the trickster is and what trick was
played. We will also be starting Frog and Toad All Year. We will
complete pre-reading activities and find evidence in the text to support our
thoughts and conclusions. For poetry, we will be continuing to study "Bird
Talk" by Aileen Fisher, which will be recited in class on Tuesday, October
4th.
History: We will be discussing Ancient Egypt. Celebration
on Thursday, Sept. 29th. Please bring in a black shoe box no later
than Tuesday, Sept 27th.
Science: We will discuss how do plant parts help the plant?
Weekly reminders:
- The sign-up genius for our
celebration has been sent out! If you are able to donate to our gathering,
we would greatly appreciate it! Please turn in donations by Tuesday,
September 27th.
- Please ensure your scholar
brings a shoebox painted back with their name no later than Tuesday,
September 27th.