Happy March, 2G Families! We had a fantastic week and we are so excited that Spring is on its way. Please enjoy these highlights of our studes:
Literacy: Mrs. O'Donnell shared beautiful stories with us this week. We learned to be active listeners and thinkers during read alouds. Students completed sheets during Literacy that asked them to write questions they had before reading a specific story, questions that come up during reading, and questions that remain after reading. These are wonderful skills to develop as they help us pay attention to detail, as well as think beyond the literal text.
Math: Mathematicians started a new unit of study this week: Shapes! We focused on identifying polygons and their characteristics. In addition, mathematicians explored the differences between congruent and similar shapes. On Friday, Ms. Murphy taught us about lines of symmetry. Ask your mathematician to find an object in your home that has symmetry!
Writing Workshop: We have been studying character development in 2G. Pairs of students were given books on specific elements of character development such as, "respect", "cooperation", and "caring". Students worked together to create their own page illustrating how we show our good character at the Lincoln School. * Sneak Peak...this is what we're presenting at our community meeting! *
Social Studies: Maakye ("Good morning" in Twi)! We began our study of Ghana. This week we learned about the land in Ghana, the capital, the regions, bordering countries, and rivers. Next week, we'll be exploring Ghanaian symbolism in their flag, clothing, and art.
Ms. Murphy will be on vacation next week. We'll miss her and we can't wait to hear about her trip when she returns!
Have a wonderful week.
Literacy: Mrs. O'Donnell shared beautiful stories with us this week. We learned to be active listeners and thinkers during read alouds. Students completed sheets during Literacy that asked them to write questions they had before reading a specific story, questions that come up during reading, and questions that remain after reading. These are wonderful skills to develop as they help us pay attention to detail, as well as think beyond the literal text.
Math: Mathematicians started a new unit of study this week: Shapes! We focused on identifying polygons and their characteristics. In addition, mathematicians explored the differences between congruent and similar shapes. On Friday, Ms. Murphy taught us about lines of symmetry. Ask your mathematician to find an object in your home that has symmetry!
Writing Workshop: We have been studying character development in 2G. Pairs of students were given books on specific elements of character development such as, "respect", "cooperation", and "caring". Students worked together to create their own page illustrating how we show our good character at the Lincoln School. * Sneak Peak...this is what we're presenting at our community meeting! *
Social Studies: Maakye ("Good morning" in Twi)! We began our study of Ghana. This week we learned about the land in Ghana, the capital, the regions, bordering countries, and rivers. Next week, we'll be exploring Ghanaian symbolism in their flag, clothing, and art.
Ms. Murphy will be on vacation next week. We'll miss her and we can't wait to hear about her trip when she returns!
Have a wonderful week.