Weekly Update ~ 3/26/12

We had another super week in first grade!

Language Arts

-In Language Arts, we read The Kite, a chapter from the beloved book, Days with Frog and Toad, written by Arnold Lobel. The children enjoyed reading about Frog and Toad and their efforts to fly a kite. We learned a very important lesson, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try, try again!” Throughout our lessons, we practiced visualizing, or painting a picture of the story in our heads. We also practiced retelling the main idea of the story. 

Extending the Learning in Language Arts For additional practice, check out the following sites: Frog and Toad: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSGFZbQTX28 Broadhollow’s educational presentation of The Kite: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTLpiHIQLQc Activity #1: http://activities.macmillanmh.com/OralLanguageActivities/main1.php?activityID=392 Activity #2:  http://activities.macmillanmh.com/OralLanguageActivities/main1.php?activityID=393 Vocabulary:  http://www.mhschool.com/mmh_games/content/reading/gr1/unit05/week2/v1/index.html

Spelling

-In Spelling, the students were introduced to long i, spelled with letters -i, -y, and -igh.  The students took part in many spelling activities throughout the week to practice their new words and sentences.  Please be sure that your child completes his/her nightly spelling homework neatly!  Also, the children should be using proper letter formation in their daily writing. 

Extending the Learning in Spelling For additional practice, click on the following links: Word Play:  http://www.mhschool.com/mmh_games/content/reading/gr1/unit05/week2/s1/index.html Electric Company:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bm7kBp6eqpo&list=PL364167D7D07DF76E&index=2&feature=plpp_video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7_8yz11Pqc&list=PL364167D7D07DF76E&index=1&feature=plpp_video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lE0_c1-Y-Pg

Grammar

-Our Grammar lessons focused on accurately using the verb see, sees, and saw to complete sentences.  We also practiced correctly using commas in the date, after a city, and in a greeting and closing of a letter. 

Extending the Learning in Grammar For more practice, check out the following links: Verb Balloons: http://www.softschools.com/language_arts/grammar/verb/balloon_game/ Verbs in Space:  http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/grammar/verbs.htm Comma Chameleon:   http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/grammar/punctuation.htm

Math

-In Math, we completed Chapter 14, Practicing Addition and Subtraction.  The students practiced using strategies to solve both addition and subtraction problems.  We reviewed fact families, related facts, and practiced finding the missing number in addition and subtraction sentences.

Extending the Learning in Math For additional math practice, check out the following sites: Missing Numbers:  http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/busy_bees/index.html Related Addition Facts:  http://www.ixl.com/math/grade-1/related-addition-facts Related Subtraction Facts:  http://www.ixl.com/math/grade-1/related-subtraction-facts Family Math Games:  http://www.mrsgoldsclass.com/MathGames.htm

Computer Class

-Your first grader is beginning to learn keyboarding skills!  Below, Mrs. Iannessa introduces computer keys with the Keyboard Town Pals.  The children were introduced to left hand friends Amy, Sam, Dora, Frank, and George.  They loved practicing typing skills with this interactive program! 

 

Feathered Friends

-The PTC hosted another wonderful assembly for the staffand students.  Feathered friends from the Aviary visited McCormick, and the children were thrilled!  Here are some highlights: