I had some parents asking me about AR over the summer. Since this is a program purchased by the school, it can only be accessed at school. I did find what seems to be another great site to monitor your child's comprehension on books. Best of all, it's FREE! I glanced at a few of the pages, but it seems simillar to AR where children take a test and earn points. It will be up to you whether you want to set up a reward system at home. This would be a great way to keep your child accountable as to whether they are truly reading and understanding books this summer. Here's the site:
June 11, 2013
Comprehension website
I had some parents asking me about AR over the summer. Since this is a program purchased by the school, it can only be accessed at school. I did find what seems to be another great site to monitor your child's comprehension on books. Best of all, it's FREE! I glanced at a few of the pages, but it seems simillar to AR where children take a test and earn points. It will be up to you whether you want to set up a reward system at home. This would be a great way to keep your child accountable as to whether they are truly reading and understanding books this summer. Here's the site:
June 3, 2013
June 1, 2013
Summer Website
Here's a website with a lot of great links especially for 1st graders entering 2nd grade:
http://ayearofmanyfirsts.blogspot.com/2013/05/summer-review-websites-for-kids.html
http://ayearofmanyfirsts.blogspot.com/2013/05/summer-review-websites-for-kids.html
May 30, 2013
AR
Students with the most AR points were recognized at the PTA mtg.
Zoe placed 2nd and Sarah placed 3rd!
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May 22, 2013
Just Read, Families!
Just Read, Families! is a summer reading program which provides parents with information about actively reading with their children during the summer months. Former Governor Bush first proclaimed May 2003 as Just Read, Families! month.
Research shows that children who do not continue reading through the summer can lose a month or more of progress made during the school year. By encouraging their children to read, parents are playing a critical role in achieving our goal of having every child reading at or above grade level by 2012. Now is the time to take advantage of the many activities and resources available on this website. Keep your children engaged in reading!
Children are a precious gift, and the opportunity to inspire a love of reading is both a great honor and an extraordinary responsibility. With your help, we can make Florida's reading goals a reality.
http://www.justreadfamilies.org/
May 21, 2013
Last week festivities
Monday- Book Report Character Day and Book Swap
-Bring in book report, dress up as main character, and bring in three-four items that go along with the book to use as props. We will also have a book swap. Bring in two gently used books to swap out for summer!
Tuesday- PJ and stuffed animal day!
- Dress in comfortable clothing for a reading marathon. Keep dress code in mind (i.e.: no slippers), but students may wear pajama-type clothes! Bring your favorite stuffed animal or doll to read to!
Wednesday- Arts and Craft Day
-Don’t plan on wearing your best clothes because we’ll be doing a variety of art activities that may get a little messy!
Thursday- Game and Book Signing Day
-Bring your favorite game from home (no batteries or lots of small pieces). We’ll also be signing yearbooks or other items the children bring.
*Bring a lunch from home or buy a bagged lunch in cafeteria
Friday- Breakfast, clean-up and early release
-We’ll be enjoying doughnuts and juice as we clean up the room for summer. School will be dismissed at 12 noon. Remember there is no Extended Day.
*Bring an extra snack from home if you want.
-Bring in book report, dress up as main character, and bring in three-four items that go along with the book to use as props. We will also have a book swap. Bring in two gently used books to swap out for summer!
Tuesday- PJ and stuffed animal day!
- Dress in comfortable clothing for a reading marathon. Keep dress code in mind (i.e.: no slippers), but students may wear pajama-type clothes! Bring your favorite stuffed animal or doll to read to!
Wednesday- Arts and Craft Day
-Don’t plan on wearing your best clothes because we’ll be doing a variety of art activities that may get a little messy!
Thursday- Game and Book Signing Day
-Bring your favorite game from home (no batteries or lots of small pieces). We’ll also be signing yearbooks or other items the children bring.
*Bring a lunch from home or buy a bagged lunch in cafeteria
Friday- Breakfast, clean-up and early release
-We’ll be enjoying doughnuts and juice as we clean up the room for summer. School will be dismissed at 12 noon. Remember there is no Extended Day.
*Bring an extra snack from home if you want.
May 16, 2013
May 13, 2013
May 2, 2013
Poetry
April was national poetry month. The kids learned to write all sorts if poems including acrostic, haiku, and diamante. They even had the chance to do a free verse or rhyming if they chose. Here is a picture from our poetry corner.
Ask your child which type is their favorite.
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