Hello families!
Here’s what our CA first graders are learning week 3:
Reading: Once again this week, we are reading books about character, setting, and plot. Our read-aloud books include Rainbow Fish, and Dr DeSoto. We have learned about the question words; who, what, why, where, when, and how. When you read to your child ask them questions about the story.
Phonics: This week in phonics, we are learning about syllables, as well as how to hear and change beginning and ending sounds in words.
Writing: Handwriting continues as we learn to properly form the letters d,g,q,b,h,t,and i. We are working to reach the top line, the base line, and to make sure our lowercase letters stay with the dotted line area. Practice, practice, practice. Remember that it is still age appropriate to reverse letters and numbers.
Math: This week, we are learning about number bonds and addition facts to 12. Students were introduced to number bonds in kindergarten, and we will review part-part-whole concepts together as a class. Number bonds are simply one strategy that students can use to add. We will also use number lines, counting on, partners of 10, and pictures to solve addition problems this week and in the weeks ahead.
IXL: If you would like to use IXL at home, we recommend these sections for practice this week:
IXL: If you would like to use IXL at home, we recommend these sections for practice this week:
- Counting and Number Patterns (Section A)
- Addition (Section B)
Core Knowledge: Our first unit in Core Knowledge is Fables. We are studying fables from different cultural backgrounds: stories from Aesop’s Fables, Anansi, and Brer Rabbit. The children learn that fables are the oldest form of literature, passed down through the generations, and they teach a moral or lesson.
Core Virtue: September’s core virtues are Respect—treating others with high regard—and Responsibility—doing your part for others and your community.
A gentle reminder to say goodbye to your little's at the door. They are practicing on independent walking. Thank you.
Links:
Number Bonds:
A gentle reminder to say goodbye to your little's at the door. They are practicing on independent walking. Thank you.
September News:
September 19th-23rd
Monday: Comfy Clothes
Tuesday: Dress like a favorite character
Wednesday: Mismatch/crazy clothes
Thursday: Favorite Color
Friday: Ethnic culture wear
September 27th
Parent's Night at 6:30 pm featuring Lynn Gluck Peterson presenting "Strategies to Foster Growth Mindset"
September 28th
Lifetouch pictures (information yet to come)
September 30th
O.S.A. and college t-shirts
September 19th-23rd
Monday: Comfy Clothes
Tuesday: Dress like a favorite character
Wednesday: Mismatch/crazy clothes
Thursday: Favorite Color
Friday: Ethnic culture wear
September 27th
Parent's Night at 6:30 pm featuring Lynn Gluck Peterson presenting "Strategies to Foster Growth Mindset"
September 28th
Lifetouch pictures (information yet to come)
September 30th
O.S.A. and college t-shirts
First Grade Schedule
1st Grade Schedule
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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8:15-8:30
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Arrive
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Arrive
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Arrive
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Arrive
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Arrive
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8:15-8:30
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Morning Work
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Morning Work
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Morning Work
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Morning Work
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Morning Work
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8:30-8:45
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Calendar
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Calendar
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Calendar
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Calendar
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Calendar
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8:45-9:40
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Math
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Math
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Math
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Math
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Math
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9:40-10:05
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Phonics
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Phonics
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Phonics
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Phonics
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Phonics
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10:15-10:55
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Specialist
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Specialist
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Specialist
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Specialist
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Specialist
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11:00-12:15
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Guided Reading
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Guided Reading
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Guided Reading
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Guided Reading
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Guided Reading
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12:25-12:45
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Lunch
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Lunch
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Lunch
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Lunch
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Lunch
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12:45- 1:05
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Recess
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Recess
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Recess
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Recess
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Recess
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1:15-1:55
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Specialist
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Specialist
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Specialist
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Specialist
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Specialist
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2:00-2:30
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Core Knowledge
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Core Knowledge
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Core Knowledge
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Core Knowledge
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Core Knowledge
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2:30-2:55
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Writing
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Writing
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Writing
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Writing
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Writing
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2:55-3:20
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Read Aloud
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Read Aloud
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Read Aloud
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Read Aloud
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Read Aloud
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3:20-3:30
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End of Day
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End of Day
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End of Day
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End of Day
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End of Day
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Links:
Number Bonds:
How to Tie Shoes:
Cologne Academy Calendar 2016-17:
