Time Flies When You Are Having Fun...

It's the little things in Kindergarten that makes my job so worthwhile.  The excitement seen on all 23 faces when they walk into the room and new crayons are on their tables.  Or, a friend is struggling with tying their shoes and someone goes over to help. However, they also do not know how to tie, but just want to lend a  hand.  When we are writing and everything starts to come together and they begin to recognize sounds and different combinations of sounds.  During rest and read two students raise their hand to tell me they are searching for popcorn words.  Or someone trips and falls and instead of laughing another students asks if they are alright and helps them get up.  I can't believe first quarter has already passed, the days are just zooming by. I am looking forward to the upcoming week and having the opportunity to sit and talk to you about your child's progress!  Conference reminders went home yesterday, please let me know if you are unable to attend. 

Happy Owloween!

On Friday kindergarten had pumpkin stations.  Each classroom had two different stations and the kids rotated to each room.  KD was all about measuring and patterns.  We made pattern necklaces using different colored pasta.  We also practiced our measuring skills using cubes and different size pumpkins and gourds.  Thank you to the parents who came in to help!

 

KD's trip to the Fire Station

KD had fun during their trip to the fire station.  We were able to go behind the scenes at the fire house and see where they cook, sleep, exercise, and hang out.  We also got to see a fire engine up close.  It was a great way to end our study on fire safety!  Thank you to all the parents who came with!

 

Pajama Day!

To celebrate "P week" Kindergarten will be having Pajama Day on Wednesday, October 26th.  Please no slippers and no tank tops!

Field Trip to the Fire Station

KD will not be going to the fire station tomorrow, due to a scheduling conflict with the fire station.  I have rescheduled our walking field trip to fire station #8 for Monday, October 24th.  Thank you!

Water, Water, Everywhere!

This week KD became scientists and we observed and experimented with water.  During our water unit we explored water by using our five senses.  We also conducted an experiment where we tested objects to see if they would sink or float.  During our water unit we will also talk about the three forms of water and the water cycle.

Kindergarteners writing, Do not Disturb

One of my favorite times of the day is writing. As students become more familiar with letters and sounds they begin to take risks and have confidence to stretch words and attempt to write what they are thinking. I love the enthusiasm they have for writing. They look forward to writing workshop everyday. In September I introduced their writing journal and they spent the last few weeks have the choice of either practicing their writing on a slate with a dry erase marker or in their journal. This month we will concentrate on writing lists.