WOW! Earth Day was such a success last week! The Grade 2 students went all day without turning on the lights, made pinecone bird feeders, created a 'tie dye world', and worked with the Grade 1 students to pick up garbage around our school yard! So AmAzInG!
Last week I sent out an email about bringing recyclable items to our classroom. I appreciate all that has come in, but we still need a little bit more! Please feel free to bring some extras in for our students to work with. Items can be: plastic, glass, styrofoam, bottles, cardboard, etc.
Library this week has been moved to Thursday, so please ensure that all books are back by then to ensure that your child can take out new books.
Language Arts
Over the past week, the students have been working on developing a fictional story (although some chose non-fictional). They had to plan it out (problem/adventure, characters, setting, etc), and have began their introduction to their story. This week we hope to develop our story even further and start the body.
We continue to work on our phonics, 6+1 Traits of Writing, story prompts, and reading comprehension. It is fantastic to see the students using their skills they are developing in Language Arts (writing component) transfer into their other writing (journals and story prompt).
I introduced a rubric (1-4 rating scale) that focuses on 5 aspects: sentence structure, punctuation, detail, overall structure, and overall appearance. The students self-evaluate their writing and are reminded of important parts throughout their writing. The students have really taken to having this assessment available and enjoy the immediate feedback.
Math
We are simultaneously working on our Addition and Subtraction to 18 and 100 (separate units). With addition and subtraction to 18, we have really been working with strategies to determine doubles (ex. 5+5), and doubles plus/minus one. In addition and subtraction to 100, we started to touch on addition equations that involve 'carrying'. As this is an important concept, we will be working on this quite a bit over the next week.
Science
Our Boats and Buoyancy unit will take full swing over the next two weeks. Students will be testing items to test their buoyancy, testing multiple items (put together), create a boat/flotation device, and test their boat (hold weight).
Social
Natural Resources has been our huge topic of discussion lately. What are they? Do all 3 communities have the same natural resources? What are the natural resources in each community? What do they use the natural resources for? Ask your child what natural resources are in Meteghan, Iqaluit, or Saskatoon...and how do they compare to Leduc?
Monday, 27 April 2015
Wednesday, 15 April 2015
April 13-17, 2015
Students are back in the swing of things and we are actually 'gaining momentum' through these last 2.5 months of school!
Swimming is happening 3 afternoons this week, so please make sure your child has their swim attire on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Wednesday: Swimming and Popcorn
Thursday: Swimming (Last Day)
Friday: Spelling Test, Hot lunch, and Scholastic Book Orders due
Language Arts
Writing-The students were introduced to Research last week. They responded to weather questions based on a research website about thunderstorms. We have also been discussing the difference between 'good paragraphs' and 'strong paragraphs' and what distinguishes the two. The theme for our writing (through April 23) is Weather.
Spelling-Last week and this week have been focused on ed/ing/est endings. This weeks' list is made up of words that have short vowel sounds with an ending.
6+1 Traits of Writing-We have been adding to our writing with this 6+1 Writing program. Parts of writing that we have been talking about are: focusing on one topic/story at a time, what makes a good ending, writing with a voice, and how our voice comes through writing.
Phonics-The students have been learning different ways to use the letter 'y', and its different sounds. The letter "Y" has two sounds when it is at the end of a word: I or E (ex. cry vs baby). Moving forward we will be looking at consonant digraphs (two consonants that together stand for one sound; ex. sh, th, wh, ch; ex shells, choose, the, why)
Home Reading-I am noticing the Red Duotangs return to school less and less, but I am hoping that your child is still doing home reading :)
Math
We are still working on addition and subtraction to 18. These math facts need to be answered immediately without any assistance (using fingers, manipulatives, hundreds chart, etc).
We have started our addition and subtraction to 100 unit as well. The students are being exposed to different ways of adding 10s to a number (ex. 19+10; 19+50) and different strategies to determine the answer. Most adults were taught the vertical addition, and although that is successful, students are being exposed to different routes of providing the same result.
Science
We spent quite a bit of time on the past unit 'Exploring Liquids', and that is a tie-in to our next unit "Boats and Buoyancy". The students got a little intro to this unit when we went to the Telus World of Science, but they will be able to explore with different materials as to what helps an item float or sink. This unit will continue through most of April.
Social
"Looking at Work" will be our next major unit. We will be spending some time looking at different occupations, natural resources, and other defining characteristics of the 3 communities (Meteghan, Iqaluit, and Saskatoon) as well as our own community of Leduc.
This unit will continue most of April.
Swimming is happening 3 afternoons this week, so please make sure your child has their swim attire on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Wednesday: Swimming and Popcorn
Thursday: Swimming (Last Day)
Friday: Spelling Test, Hot lunch, and Scholastic Book Orders due
Language Arts
Writing-The students were introduced to Research last week. They responded to weather questions based on a research website about thunderstorms. We have also been discussing the difference between 'good paragraphs' and 'strong paragraphs' and what distinguishes the two. The theme for our writing (through April 23) is Weather.
Spelling-Last week and this week have been focused on ed/ing/est endings. This weeks' list is made up of words that have short vowel sounds with an ending.
6+1 Traits of Writing-We have been adding to our writing with this 6+1 Writing program. Parts of writing that we have been talking about are: focusing on one topic/story at a time, what makes a good ending, writing with a voice, and how our voice comes through writing.
Phonics-The students have been learning different ways to use the letter 'y', and its different sounds. The letter "Y" has two sounds when it is at the end of a word: I or E (ex. cry vs baby). Moving forward we will be looking at consonant digraphs (two consonants that together stand for one sound; ex. sh, th, wh, ch; ex shells, choose, the, why)
Home Reading-I am noticing the Red Duotangs return to school less and less, but I am hoping that your child is still doing home reading :)
Math
We are still working on addition and subtraction to 18. These math facts need to be answered immediately without any assistance (using fingers, manipulatives, hundreds chart, etc).
We have started our addition and subtraction to 100 unit as well. The students are being exposed to different ways of adding 10s to a number (ex. 19+10; 19+50) and different strategies to determine the answer. Most adults were taught the vertical addition, and although that is successful, students are being exposed to different routes of providing the same result.
Science
We spent quite a bit of time on the past unit 'Exploring Liquids', and that is a tie-in to our next unit "Boats and Buoyancy". The students got a little intro to this unit when we went to the Telus World of Science, but they will be able to explore with different materials as to what helps an item float or sink. This unit will continue through most of April.
Social
"Looking at Work" will be our next major unit. We will be spending some time looking at different occupations, natural resources, and other defining characteristics of the 3 communities (Meteghan, Iqaluit, and Saskatoon) as well as our own community of Leduc.
This unit will continue most of April.
Tuesday, 17 March 2015
March 16-20, 2015
Going into the last 2 weeks before Spring Break, and there is no slowing down!
This post will be relevant for the next two weeks, as next week is going to be very very busy!
Tuesday (March 17)-Dress Green, Library Day, Tutti Fruity Tuesday
Wednesday (March 18)-Popcorn $0.50
Friday (March 20)-Wear funky socks! Hot lunch and spelling test
Monday (March 23)-Swimming in the afternoon (leave at 1 pm); Student Led Conferences (5-7pm)
Tuesday (March 24)-Swimming in the afternoon (leave at 1 pm), Tutti Fruity Tuesday
Wednesday (March 25)-Swimming in the afternoon (leave at 1 pm); Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:15-6pm (by appointment only)
Thursday (March 26)-Swimming in the afternoon (leave at 1 pm); Spelling Test
Friday (March 27)-No School
March 28-April 6-No School
April 7-Return to school
Please remember that there are swimming lessons every afternoon next week. Students need to bring a swim suit, towel, bag (for their items), goggles (if they need them), and any other items for the swimming pool. Students are responsible for their own belongings. They will have time to change at lunch, so they do not need to come to school in their swim suits.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
Student Led Conferences are next Monday March 23 from 5-7pm. All students are asked to attend with a family member. Please sign up for a time slot on the following website: (http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4daeac29a2f58-student)
Parent Teacher Interviews can be booked on the following website: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4daeac29a2f58-parentteacher
Parent Teacher Interviews are individual and private meetings that are an option for families.
Language Arts
We started 6+1 Traits of Writing, and the students are really enjoying being 'expert writers'. This program focuses on one main topic/lesson. We have discussed: organizing thoughts in order, capitals/periods, writing based on a picture, focusing ideas on one topic, and writing with detail.
In phonics, we have been working with consonant blends (ex. br, st, tr, ng, lt, fl, etc). Students are recognizing that each consonant is heard in a consonant blend.
All of our writing work has been paying off, especially in Journal writing and 'Story Prompt' writing. They are focusing more and more on conventions, details, and writing more in depth stories.
The students have been practicing reading aloud more and more. They are working on diction, phrasing, and where to take a breath.
Math
We are finishing up with our "Measurement" unit. Today we talked about comparing mass by using the words 'heavier than' and 'lighter than' while using our hands to weigh items. We also used a scale to compare my phone to small unit cubes, interlocking cubes, a shoe, markers, and math counters. The students were pretty amazed at how many items it took to get the same weight as the phone.
Fact Families. Fact Families. We continue to work on our fact families and addition/subtraction to 18. There are many activities we have been doing: dice games, card games, manipulatives, pencil/paper, moving students around to re-group, whiteboards, etc. Students are not even realizing they are doing the addition and subtraction any more because they are doing it so many different ways. It is wonderful seeing them relate addition and subtraction to each other and the different ways we use it in every day life.
Science
Our 'Exploring Liquids' unit is in full swing. Last week, students observed different household liquids (what did it look like, what did it smell like, how viscous was the liquid, etc). Then we stuck the liquids in the freezer to see if the liquids would freeze...and some of them did! But some of them didn't. This sparked a lot of conversation! From the frozen state, the liquids were left out over the weekend to evaporate. Some liquids changed consistency, some evaporated, and others did not change at all. The students have AWESOME questions!
We began making crystals on Friday last week. Each student has their own 'crystal jar' at the back of the room that they can watch every day to see if their salt crystals are forming in the jar and on the pipe cleaner.
Next up in science is discovering which objects absorb the most water and which ones evaporate the water the fastest. They will observe how water evaporates in different situations (with a fan, without a fan, with heat, etc).
Social
We continue to explore the differences between the three communities and relate it to ours. This is done more through cross-curricular opportunities, but the students have explored the different industries of the three communities and what it is like to live in the communities with the changing of the seasons.
This post will be relevant for the next two weeks, as next week is going to be very very busy!
Tuesday (March 17)-Dress Green, Library Day, Tutti Fruity Tuesday
Wednesday (March 18)-Popcorn $0.50
Friday (March 20)-Wear funky socks! Hot lunch and spelling test
Monday (March 23)-Swimming in the afternoon (leave at 1 pm); Student Led Conferences (5-7pm)
Tuesday (March 24)-Swimming in the afternoon (leave at 1 pm), Tutti Fruity Tuesday
Wednesday (March 25)-Swimming in the afternoon (leave at 1 pm); Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:15-6pm (by appointment only)
Thursday (March 26)-Swimming in the afternoon (leave at 1 pm); Spelling Test
Friday (March 27)-No School
March 28-April 6-No School
April 7-Return to school
Please remember that there are swimming lessons every afternoon next week. Students need to bring a swim suit, towel, bag (for their items), goggles (if they need them), and any other items for the swimming pool. Students are responsible for their own belongings. They will have time to change at lunch, so they do not need to come to school in their swim suits.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
Student Led Conferences are next Monday March 23 from 5-7pm. All students are asked to attend with a family member. Please sign up for a time slot on the following website: (http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4daeac29a2f58-student)
Parent Teacher Interviews can be booked on the following website: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4daeac29a2f58-parentteacher
Parent Teacher Interviews are individual and private meetings that are an option for families.
Language Arts
We started 6+1 Traits of Writing, and the students are really enjoying being 'expert writers'. This program focuses on one main topic/lesson. We have discussed: organizing thoughts in order, capitals/periods, writing based on a picture, focusing ideas on one topic, and writing with detail.
In phonics, we have been working with consonant blends (ex. br, st, tr, ng, lt, fl, etc). Students are recognizing that each consonant is heard in a consonant blend.
All of our writing work has been paying off, especially in Journal writing and 'Story Prompt' writing. They are focusing more and more on conventions, details, and writing more in depth stories.
The students have been practicing reading aloud more and more. They are working on diction, phrasing, and where to take a breath.
Math
We are finishing up with our "Measurement" unit. Today we talked about comparing mass by using the words 'heavier than' and 'lighter than' while using our hands to weigh items. We also used a scale to compare my phone to small unit cubes, interlocking cubes, a shoe, markers, and math counters. The students were pretty amazed at how many items it took to get the same weight as the phone.
Fact Families. Fact Families. We continue to work on our fact families and addition/subtraction to 18. There are many activities we have been doing: dice games, card games, manipulatives, pencil/paper, moving students around to re-group, whiteboards, etc. Students are not even realizing they are doing the addition and subtraction any more because they are doing it so many different ways. It is wonderful seeing them relate addition and subtraction to each other and the different ways we use it in every day life.
Science
Our 'Exploring Liquids' unit is in full swing. Last week, students observed different household liquids (what did it look like, what did it smell like, how viscous was the liquid, etc). Then we stuck the liquids in the freezer to see if the liquids would freeze...and some of them did! But some of them didn't. This sparked a lot of conversation! From the frozen state, the liquids were left out over the weekend to evaporate. Some liquids changed consistency, some evaporated, and others did not change at all. The students have AWESOME questions!
We began making crystals on Friday last week. Each student has their own 'crystal jar' at the back of the room that they can watch every day to see if their salt crystals are forming in the jar and on the pipe cleaner.
Next up in science is discovering which objects absorb the most water and which ones evaporate the water the fastest. They will observe how water evaporates in different situations (with a fan, without a fan, with heat, etc).
Social
We continue to explore the differences between the three communities and relate it to ours. This is done more through cross-curricular opportunities, but the students have explored the different industries of the three communities and what it is like to live in the communities with the changing of the seasons.
Wednesday, 4 March 2015
March 2-5, 2015
It's a 4 day week! Looking at the month ahead, it is very busy! We have 2 special theme Fridays (March 13&20) and swimming starts at the end of the month.
**Please return all swimming permission forms with payment ASAP!**
Language Arts
Writing-We are starting our new unit this week called "House and Home". We are going to explore the different parts of a writing piece (is it expository or informative writing? Where is the title/paragraphs/main idea/introduction/conclusion? How is it organized? etc)
We also started the "6+1 Traits of Writing" this week. This is a program designed to help the students write more informed, detailed, and exciting pieces by focusing on little 'chunks' at a time.
As per usual, we will continue with phonics (blend words), spelling, small group reading, story prompts, and reading comprehension.
Math
We continue to review and work with Fact Families. Students are starting to grasp the idea of the relationship between addition/subtraction sentences, but we want them to master this idea. Through the use of Fact Families, they are adding and subtracting to 18.
Our measurement unit is going pretty well. This week they are going to learn how to measure a large object using only 1 object (ex. pipe cleaner, popsicle stick, etc). They will learn skills how to get the most out of what they are measuring while only using one object.
Science
Exploring Liquids starts this week. We will be looking at different liquids using our senses.
Social
Learning about the 3 communities and their main industries was very interesting. The students had lots of questions and it sparked a lot of questions about their land/jobs, and how they relate to each other.
**Please return all swimming permission forms with payment ASAP!**
Language Arts
Writing-We are starting our new unit this week called "House and Home". We are going to explore the different parts of a writing piece (is it expository or informative writing? Where is the title/paragraphs/main idea/introduction/conclusion? How is it organized? etc)
We also started the "6+1 Traits of Writing" this week. This is a program designed to help the students write more informed, detailed, and exciting pieces by focusing on little 'chunks' at a time.
As per usual, we will continue with phonics (blend words), spelling, small group reading, story prompts, and reading comprehension.
Math
We continue to review and work with Fact Families. Students are starting to grasp the idea of the relationship between addition/subtraction sentences, but we want them to master this idea. Through the use of Fact Families, they are adding and subtracting to 18.
Our measurement unit is going pretty well. This week they are going to learn how to measure a large object using only 1 object (ex. pipe cleaner, popsicle stick, etc). They will learn skills how to get the most out of what they are measuring while only using one object.
Science
Exploring Liquids starts this week. We will be looking at different liquids using our senses.
Social
Learning about the 3 communities and their main industries was very interesting. The students had lots of questions and it sparked a lot of questions about their land/jobs, and how they relate to each other.
Tuesday, 24 February 2015
Feb 23-27, 2015
1. Swimming permission forms are being sent home today (Feb 24). Please fill out and return (with payment) by March 13. Please note that if you pay online, a receipt of payment will need to be sent.
2. Wednesday Feb 25 is PINK SHIRT DAY. Students are encouraged to wear a pink shirt in recognition of no bullying.
3. Scholastic Book orders are due on Thursday. Also there is an in-school field trip Thursday afternoon which will focus on Softball. A group from Softball Alberta will come in and work with the students for 1 hour.
4. Spelling Test on Friday and Hot Lunch (Subway). I will not be here on Friday so there will be a Substitute here for me. There will be no assembly on Friday afternoon.
Once again, there are a lot of illnesses going around so I really encourage you to keep your child at home if he/she is experiencing symptoms. Ensure that your child is receiving enough sleep every night and eating healthy 'immune boosting' food, and daily vitamins never hurt.
Language Arts
Writing-Students are learning to write 'convincing' writing. We have started to talk about gifts they would like to receive from a family member, but trying to think of ways to convince you to purchase the item for them. (Please note, this is just a writing technique...you don't have to purchase anything for them!) Later this week we will be starting POETRY. This is the first time (this year) that the students will experience writing poetry. Our topic will be 'Winter Poetry'. We are going to start with Haiku poetry. This type of poetry has a 3-5-3 rule (3 syllables on the first line, 5 syllables on the second, and 3 syllables on the third line). The traditional Haiku follows the 5-7-5 rule, but we are adapting it for Grade 2.
Reading-I have noticed a huge decrease in home reading sheets returning to school. I am hoping that students are still doing reading at home every night, however, I encourage you (and your child) to send the red duotangs back to school. We do quite a bit of individual and group reading at school, but students reading at home is a great way to demonstrate their ability to concentrate and recognize good areas around your home to read.
Phonics-Last week we worked on high frequency words (only, even, laugh, own, their, might), and this week we are moving on to a new section: sounds of c/g, words with an 'le' ending, and compound words. This will take us into the next part of 'blends with consonants'.
Math
We have been spending extra time working on fact families, addition and subtraction to 18, and understanding the "triangle rule". Have no clue what the triangle rule is?? Ask your child to explain it to you! Having them teach you about it demonstrates a higher level of understanding and is a great conversation starter with your child.
In addition to the extra help with the above topics, we have been experimenting with measurement and using different instruments (pipe cleaners, straws, blocks, dice, etc) to measure larger objects. We are going to be working with objects that we only have 1 of, and the techniques used to measure with the one object.
Social
Last week we spent quite a bit of time learning about the Canadian Flag, as it turned 50 years old on Feb 15. This week, the students will be researching different types of country flags and creating their own flag.
Science
We have wrapped up our Hot and Cold unit and the students will have a final test on Thursday. Next week will begin our 'Exploring Liquids' unit.
Friday, 13 February 2015
Before the long weekend starts...
Good Afternoon!
Here are some things before the long weekend starts (yes, Monday is Family Day and there is no school):
1. Beginning next Tuesday, our school will be starting Tutti Fruitty Tuesdays. This means that all students are encouraged to bring any "fresh" fruit or vegetable to school. This does NOT include juice, gummies, apple sauce, or anything else packaged. This means REAL FOOD. Each Tuesday right before snack, a SWAT member will come to your class and ask "who has a fresh fruit or veggie in their lunch?" A tally will be recorded from each class each Tuesday. A grand total will be added up for the last week of March before Spring Break. There will be a "healthy" class prize to the class with the highest total. Ultimately this is clearly to encourage fresh fruit and veggies.
2. Family Day. We are challenging our East Elementary Families to go 'unplugged' for Monday Feb 16. Everyone is asked to disconnect from technology for the day in order to reconnect with family, friends and community. Go for a walk, gather for a board game, eat dinner together, or play in the snow.
Enjoy the long weekend :)
Here are some things before the long weekend starts (yes, Monday is Family Day and there is no school):
1. Beginning next Tuesday, our school will be starting Tutti Fruitty Tuesdays. This means that all students are encouraged to bring any "fresh" fruit or vegetable to school. This does NOT include juice, gummies, apple sauce, or anything else packaged. This means REAL FOOD. Each Tuesday right before snack, a SWAT member will come to your class and ask "who has a fresh fruit or veggie in their lunch?" A tally will be recorded from each class each Tuesday. A grand total will be added up for the last week of March before Spring Break. There will be a "healthy" class prize to the class with the highest total. Ultimately this is clearly to encourage fresh fruit and veggies.
2. Family Day. We are challenging our East Elementary Families to go 'unplugged' for Monday Feb 16. Everyone is asked to disconnect from technology for the day in order to reconnect with family, friends and community. Go for a walk, gather for a board game, eat dinner together, or play in the snow.
Enjoy the long weekend :)
Tuesday, 10 February 2015
Feb 9-13, 2015
A 5 day week! We have been so lucky lately to have short weeks! Our class is gaining another person too! Mrs Pomeranz is going to be joining our class and sharing her time with the 2A class. She will be working with students one-on-one to help develop a variety of skills. We are so lucky to have her!
The Talent Show is coming up and students who were interested in participating took a permission form home on Monday. These forms are due back Wednesday Feb 11.
Yearbook order forms are due back on Friday Feb 13.
Our 2K Valentine's Day party will be on Friday morning (Feb 13).
The Talent Show is coming up and students who were interested in participating took a permission form home on Monday. These forms are due back Wednesday Feb 11.
Yearbook order forms are due back on Friday Feb 13.
Our 2K Valentine's Day party will be on Friday morning (Feb 13).
Just a few reminders:
-Please ensure your child is dressed for the weather. The kids got in the habit of wearing thin coats this week and with the cooler weather returning, they need to have the proper attire to go outside.
-As the second half of Grade 2 is here, I encourage each student to take ownership of coming in the school and getting settled independently. Students should be able to put their backpacks and boots away, get the necessary items (agenda), go to the bathroom, and come to class without any assistance. Please assist me in this transition.
-Ask your child if their indoor shoes fit. I find right after the holidays (especially in January) that students hit a growth spurt and usually need a new pair.
LA
Writing-The theme of this months writing is "Gifts and Gift Givers". This week we are working on sentence writing (subject/predicate, capitalization, and punctuation), sorting details into main idea categories, and an introduction to suspense writing.
Spelling-Words are on the Blog with a test on Friday.
We will continue with our Story Prompt and Reading Comprehension. The emphasis is still on applying the lessons (from our writing) to our writing during Story Prompt.
If you have your child write for you at home, get them to edit their writing (focus on punctuation, capital letters, and spelling).
Math
Measurement: We have jumped right into our measurement unit by looking at calendars (focus on Months, Days, and a year in relation to each other). On Monday, we looked at using smaller items (straws, paper clips, blocks, ones cubes, etc) to measure other large items (window, carpet, desk, etc). Challenge your child to show you their measuring abilities at home!
Addition and Subtraction to 18-Although we have just begun this unit, it is a unit that continues on throughout the year. We are starting to look at the relationship between addition and subtraction. For example: 5+6=11 and 6+5=11 and 11-5=6 and 11-6=5. This is quite an abstract thought for most students. There is no overdoing this! Simple questions at home are a good review for them. By the end of Grade 2, students should be able to recall (from memory without any help) addition and subtraction to 12.
Science
We are wrapping up our Hot and Cold unit this week. Today we talked about hazards and rules of household items and situations (ex. BBQ, space heaters, hot tubs, the beach, etc) where we need to be cautious of temperatures. We will be looking at insulators later this week to determine which insulator is the best for hot and cold water.
Spelling-Words are on the Blog with a test on Friday.
We will continue with our Story Prompt and Reading Comprehension. The emphasis is still on applying the lessons (from our writing) to our writing during Story Prompt.
If you have your child write for you at home, get them to edit their writing (focus on punctuation, capital letters, and spelling).
Math
Measurement: We have jumped right into our measurement unit by looking at calendars (focus on Months, Days, and a year in relation to each other). On Monday, we looked at using smaller items (straws, paper clips, blocks, ones cubes, etc) to measure other large items (window, carpet, desk, etc). Challenge your child to show you their measuring abilities at home!
Addition and Subtraction to 18-Although we have just begun this unit, it is a unit that continues on throughout the year. We are starting to look at the relationship between addition and subtraction. For example: 5+6=11 and 6+5=11 and 11-5=6 and 11-6=5. This is quite an abstract thought for most students. There is no overdoing this! Simple questions at home are a good review for them. By the end of Grade 2, students should be able to recall (from memory without any help) addition and subtraction to 12.
Science
We are wrapping up our Hot and Cold unit this week. Today we talked about hazards and rules of household items and situations (ex. BBQ, space heaters, hot tubs, the beach, etc) where we need to be cautious of temperatures. We will be looking at insulators later this week to determine which insulator is the best for hot and cold water.
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