Zebras

This week we used informational text to learn about zebras.  We created this tree map with our new facts about zebras. The kiddos helped to spell many words, or we referred back to our text to see how to spell some words.

We used our tree map to write at least three sentences about zebras.  Our sentences and our zebras are displayed in the hallway.  

During the next week, we will do the same for lions and giraffes while we prepare for our trip to the zoo!

100 Club

One of the goals we have for the end of the year is for all students to be able to count to 100.  Last week I sent a note home about the 100 Club.  Have your child practice at home and when you think they can make it, sign the paper and I will have them count for me at school.  When they make it all the way, they write their name in the 100 Club and get a special treat! 

I know counting all the way to 100 can be exhausting and sometimes frustrating!  Encourage them to have fun with it.  Use a silly voice, clap a pattern, watch a youtube video clip.  There are some fun videos out there.  Also, looking at a hundreds chart can be helpful in the beginning.  

Here is one video we use at school to help practice!

If they are feeling discouraged, take a break!  We will continue practicing and encouraging at school!

Happy Counting!