December 8-12
Writing
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a snow globe? This week we will put on our imagination hats to tell a story about that. We will use some facts and some of our own background knowledge about snow globes to create the stories. We will include descriptive vocabulary to help explain the experience.
Reading
This week we will continue to read nonfiction texts with our purpose being to understand that the author puts important events in order so that the reader will understand. We will read a book all about Abraham Lincoln and students will sequence the events of his life in an order that makes sense.
Spelling
We will continue to practice the spelling rule of the week each day. On Fridays we will assess how well they know the spelling pattern. If you would like additional "at home" practice there are some links on the blog under "learning links".
The spelling list will come home on Monday and we will assess their knowledge of the spelling pattern on Friday.
Math
Measurement continues this week. We will learn about the difference between the customary and metric systems. We will practice estimating and checking our work with a ruler when we measure a friend! Halloween is visiting second grade again when we measure some spooky spiders, bats, and ghosts. At the end of the week we will review everything we've learned before assessing at the beginning of the following week.
Science
Science we will be fun as we observe and identify how magnets are used in everyday life. We'll learn that some objects will stick to magnets, especially objects made with iron. Students will explore how magnets are used in many ways such as holding small objects to a refrigerator or lifting objects. We'll learn that magnets are also used in common everyday objects like doorbells, phones, speakers, compasses, and devices with electric motors. We'll discuss the physical property that allows an object to be attracted to a magnet. At the end of the week, we will review and assess on force and motion to complete this unit.
Reminders
Class Winter Party- December 18th 1:30-2:30
