100 Days of School: We had such an awesome day!!! Not only did we count by 1’s, 10’s and 5’s, but we also played number and movement games all revolving around 100. Also, the children did a GREAT job with their 100 collections! (Thank you parents for helping and encouraging your children with their homework!) The class and I loved seeing them all!! Here is a slideshow that I hope you will enjoy of our wonderful collections!
President’s Day: In honor of this holiday, we read and learned about the lives of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. The children were very intrigued and connected to the interesting lives they lived. They enjoyed looking at the map to see where Virginia and Kentucky were, their birthplaces. They also enjoyed reading many interesting facts about Washington’s and Lincoln’s upbringing, symbols and how they both helped the people of this country.
Math: The children have been introduced to math mountains, which takes a number and breaks it down into two partners that equal that number. We have learned the story of the Tiny Tumblers to help us understand and figure out how many roll down each side of the mountain. This is a fun way for the children to work with math partners.
Mystery Reader: Mrs. Davidson and I had scheduled her Mystery Reader date awhile ago, and it was worth the wait to see Gabriel’s expression when she arrived. He was truly surprised. 
Mrs. Davidson read to us the book, “Froggie Plays T-Ball,” by Jonathan London. This was a favorite book of Gabriel’s, and it sure provided us with a few laughs! Thank you, Mrs. Davidson, for sharing this fun book with us!
Super Stars of the Week Were: Brecken, Gavin, Henry and Gabe!
The books they shared were, “Miss Nelson is Missing,” by Harry Allard, “Fun With Reindeer,” by Igloo Books, “The Three Billy Goats Gruff,” retold by Ronnie Randall, and “The Biggest Snowman Ever,” by Steven Kroll. We LOVED listening to these new favorite stories from our friends! Thank you!
Popcorn Words For The Week Were: “who,” “not”
Important Information and Reminders:
- Winter Clothing: THANK YOU for sending your child with all that they need to stay warm and DRY outside.
- Backpack Snack: Please remember to send a daily, healthy, nut-free snack for your child. Thank you.
- Take Home Books: Please help your child to remember to return their book baggie EACH Monday, Wednesday and Friday so that they are consistent with their read aloud practice and are able to check out a new book each time to build their reading experiences. Don’t forget to sign the parent sheet and include comments or observations you feel may be helpful.
- Library: Please help your child remember to return their book by each Wednesday so that they may check out a new book to enjoy.
- No School for Students: Monday, March 7 – NO SCHOOL (Teacher Records Day).
- Parent-Teacher Conferences: March 7-9. Conference slips were sent home last week to each parent stating your specific scheduled date and time. I look forward to meeting with each of you!
- Fevers and The Flu: ‘Tis the Season…if your child is experiencing an ailment such as a fever or flu-like symptoms, please keep them home to heal and to help reduce the spread of germs. Thank you.
Take time to enjoy the sunshine this weekend!
: ) Mrs. Estefan