First Grade-
We will continue to learn about numbers to 100 in Math. We will compare two digit numbers as we discuss the terms greater than, less than, and equal to. We will also build fact families as we learn our addition and subtraction facts to 12.
In Reading we will make a bus book of short u words. We will also read the book Bumblebee and search for short 'u' words as we read.
Second Grade-
We are learning to subtract two digit numbers using regrouping. We will use base 10 models as well as white boards to master this concept. It is sometimes difficult for the children to remember to subtract from top to bottom. A great strategy we are learning is to circle the top number in the ones place as a reminder to start at the top! This is a difficult skill so we will practice, practice practice during math each day!
Our vowel pattern is the sound of long 'o' as in the word 'rope'. We will complete a word sort to find short and long 'o' words and pictures. In guided reading we will enjoy the book titled Our School Field Trip. The students will then respond to the story by writing a letter to the main character. It's a great book to make a connection and form an opinion about a favorite part!
Third Grade-
We will begin our unit on division by learning about fair shares. We will use counters and our division mats to help us understand this new concept. As we learn about dividing, we will continue to practice our multiplication facts. We will use stories from the "Times Tables the Fun Way" program to memorize some of the more difficult facts. Please look for fact cards coming home with your child and encourage them to practice these facts at home.
In Reading we will compare both fiction and nonfiction books as we read Fossil Find and Fossils. These books will be a great way to reinforce the concepts learned in Science. We will also write a response to these books and share why it would be fun to go on a fossil hunt!
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