Week of 8/25/14

Take a look at what we did this week!

We learned about tools mathematicians use.
Counters can help us sort!

We learned about tools mathematicians use.
Unifix cubes can help us learn about patterns!

We looked at pictures and words in books!

We practiced morning expectations!

We learned how pictures can help us tell a story!

We used our ipads show our thinking!

We learned how to write in our Learning Logs!

We learned about characteristics of a good friend!

We learned all about letters and sounds!

Updates and reminders:

*Snacks are provided. If you would like for your student to eat a different snack than the one provided you may choose to send one in. It is completely up to you! 

*Each student received a special water bottle to be used in class this week. These will be sent home on Fridays to be washed, rinsed, etc. Please return this water bottle each Monday to be used throughout the week. 

*Remember to wear tennis shoes on P.E. days!

*Class picture day on Wednesday, September 3rd!

Number Talks

Each day we discuss what makes a number as well as the different ways to represent a number. we call these discussions 'Number Talks.' It is important that our students understand that a number can be modeled in many different ways. Take a look at how we see the number 5! 

Click on the picture below to see how we utilized the Popplet  App to show our thinking.

Math Padlet

We are lucky to have a 1:1 ratio of iPads to students in our classroom. Each day we are utilizing this more and more! It is amazing how fluent our children have become when it comes to technology. Today we created a padlet to describe what we think of when it comes to math. Take a look and add your thoughts by double clicking on the page. Check it out!

Our First Day

Wow! I am so impressed with the stamina and enthusiasm our Kindergartners displayed today. A big thank you to the parents for creating such kind and well-prepared students. I feel like one lucky teacher!

Today we discussed the different procedures that we will be using throughout the year in Kindergarten. We focused heavily on greeting our friends and communicating in complete sentences. This would be a great item to add to your dinner table discussion. For example, in our room we will greet one another each day by saying,

"Good morning, friends! I am happy to be here with you. Today I would like to share..."

Some prompts to try at home are:

• Parent: Good afternoon! How was your day?; Child: Good afternoon to you! My day was great.
• Parents: Hello! Would you like to share anything about your day?; Child: Hello! I would like to share...

When talking with your child make a point to communicate in complete sentences and have them reply back in complete sentences. :)

We also worked on transitioning from one area of the classroom to another quickly and quietly. We utilized numerous models of what a good student looks like. Our read aloud was David Goes to School, a book about a young boy who has trouble following school procedures;we then discussed what a good student looks like at Camden Station. The kids had some fantastic ideas! Please continue to discuss respectful behavior with your little ones at home.

All in all, it was a super day and I look forward to many, many more! 

Tips for Home Reading

This is a BIG year for our Kinders! We will be reading all day, every day and I need your help. Please take a look at some activities you can do at home to help your little one become a reader.

Tips for Home Reading

Welcome to Kindergarten

Welcome to Kindergarten! I hope this summer has brought you much joy and that you are eagerly looking forward to the 2014-2015 school year. As many of you know this is my third year at Camden Station and my eighth year teaching. I am anticipating a wonderful year filled with smiles, laughter, and lots of learning.

Our class motto for this year is from the magnificent Dr. Seuss; “Today is your day, it is truer than true. There is no one alive who is youer than you!” Simply stated, I believe that every student is amazing. As the teacher I will make it my priority to get to know your student and develop a teaching plan to best facilitate his/her individual learning needs. Children are truly remarkable and have the uncanny ability to teach adults by their words and actions, sometimes when least expected. Let’s begin this year as life-long learners together. Yes, your students will be learning, but let’s remember that we are still learning as well.

I look forward to seeing everyone at the Open House on August 18^th. Please go to room 207, where I will be anxiously awaiting the arrival of you and your student, whether that means re-uniting or meeting for the first time!