News From Behind the Red Door

September 12- 16 Language Art Skills:   -High Frequency Words: I, See, my, like (practice reading and           writing with these at home as we use them at school)   -Language/Writing Skills:  Using exact names (nouns)                                                Journal Writing   -Phonics Focus: /b/   -Comprehension Skill Focus:  Drawing Conclusions; Predict/               Infer, Goldilocks and the Three Bears    Handwriting Skills:  Letters Cc, Ee, Ff Math: Topic 4:  Counting, Reading, Writing, and Comparing                             Numbers: 0 - 5 Social Science:  Complete Ocean Unit,  Begin Family Unit Bible:  The Story of Noah; Memory Verse:  "Noah did all that the Lord commanded him"  Genesis 7:5 Important dates: - Partner with the Principal, September 12th, 8:00 a.m. -Casual for a Cause Thursday, September 15th -Fall Festival, September 23, 2-3 p.m.

Friendship Fruit

Types of fruit

Graphing with fruit

Graphing Fun!

Fruity Friends

We had a fantastic day!

September 5th - 9th

                                  Happy Labor Day!


Last week's lessons were filled with fun, learning, and a special focus on the new friends that we are making this year.  We are using kind words and actions that build others up.  We ended our week with Friendship Fruit Salad.  We had fun sorting, counting, graphing and eating the fruit.  Delicious!  Thanks for your help with this.

I have enjoyed watching our class work together during large group and small group activities.  Our Reading and Math rotation stations are going well.  They have enjoyed writing in their Journals and working on our amazing ocean mural!

The class will also begin bringing home Book Bags next week.  The  Book Bags will contain a book  for them to practice reading at home.  Please continue to spend time reading to and with you child. Encourage them to read their book to you daily.  Spend time helping them practice.  This class loves books!  They have enjoyed having their very own Book Boxes at school and I know they will enjoy sharing their Book Bag with you at home.

Next Week  -
  Language Arts Skills:
     -High Frequency Words: I, see, my
     -Language/Writing Skills: Capitalize first word in a sentence, end sentences with punctuation
     - Phonics focus: /t/
     - Comprehension Skill focus: Story Structure - Characters/Setting

  Handwriting Skills: Review letters practiced and using the proper pencil grip.

  Math - Topic 3: Patterns, Math Journals

  Social Science: Ocean Life

  Bible: Cain and Abel; Memory Verse: "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right."
                                                                   Ephesians 6:1
                         

August 29 - Sept. 2

 This past week was one of many firsts!  The class has settled so well into our routines and rules. Here are a few firsts that we enjoyed.
 * Journals -  I look forward to Journal Writing with     them throughout the year! 
* Book Boxes -These will hold various books (stoybooks, phonetic & leveled readers, class books)
* Cooking Experience.  The "ocean water & fish" were delicious! Ask your child for the recipe!


Next Week:
-Language Skills:
 *High Frequency Words: I, see
 *Language/Writing Skills: singular and plural words
 *Phonics Focus: /r/
 *Comprehension skill focus: Sequence of events
 *Reading Rotation Stations
-Handwriting Skills Letters: Ii, Oo, Aa, Dd
-Math: Complete Topic 2: Position and Location; Topic   
           3: Patterns; Math Rotation Stations  
-Bible: Adam and Eve; Memory Verse: "We must obey 
            God." Acts 5:29


  Dates to remember:
    Weds. Aug. 31 - Individual Pictures
    Friday Sept. 2nd -Bring your favorite fruit for our
                                Friendship Fruit Salad
    Monday Sept. 5th - Labor Day Holiday
  Hope you have an enjoyable weekend!                                  

Mrs. Hallford's Updates - August 22nd - 26th

Language Arts Skills: High Frequency Words: I, see Language/Writing Skills: Using exact words, using a capital letter to begin a sentence Phonics focus: /m/ Handwriting Skills: Vertical line letters Ll, Ii, Tt   *We are working on the "expert" grip. Math: Position and Location (inside, outside, over, under, on, top, middle, bottom, before, after, left, and right) Social Science: School Routines and Manners Bible: God Cares for His Creation; verse focus: “All things were made by God.” John 1:3   We had such a fantastic week.  What a delight it is to teach this class.  They continue to learn the rules and routines.  We are learning  when to be in the "quiet zone" and when to talk or participate in a group discussion.  I am so proud of the nice manners and kind words that are being used to encourage each other.   The children have worked well in large and small group activities.   They are participating in rotation stations during Reading. We are all  practicing self control and patience.   Ask your child about our paintings! A few reminders: * Please send a light sweater or jacket for your child to keep at school (label all personal items). *Please review the blue folder daily. Keep all papers except the ones    labeled return.  Encourage your child to "help" by being responsible for the folder.  They love being helpful and independence is encouraged. *Send blue folders and a healthy snack daily. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

A Day in Mrs. Hallford's Class

Fantastic First Day!

What a fantastic first day we had!  We are meeting new friends and learning new routines. Tomorrow, we will begin our regular schedule.  We are excited about eating in the lunchroom and going to our 1st Spanish class.  For the next few days, I will be introducing Reading, Math, Handwriting, and Bible.

What a blessing it is to have each child in my class.  It is no accident that we are together for this special year.  Thank you for your prayers and support.  Contact me if you have any problems or concerns.

Please note the following:

-Your child may need to bring a sweater or light jacket to keep 

  at school or in his/her backpack.  At times, our room may be

  chilly.  

 - Remember to write a name in all personal items. 

 -School begins at 8:00 a.m.  The Kindergarten doors open at 

  7:30 with a teacher supervising, if you need to bring your child 

  earlier.

 - Send a simple, healthy snack each day.  We eat 

  lunch around 10:40 so a low sugar snack for the 

  afternoon is important.  Cold water bottles will be available.

  A few ideas are: p.b crackers, cheese cubes, fresh fruit,

                              pretzels, nuts, trail mix, etc.

   I look forward to seeing your child tomorrow!

       

Thank you,

Wendy Hallford

P.S. Ask your child about our class pet, Scruffy!!