2-G is in motion! We were so excited to start our new science unit on motion and pushes and pulls this week. Scientists worked in centers to explore what makes certain objects move. In each session after introducing the focus question of the day, we have students:
1. engage in open exploration
2. write down/draw their observations
3. share their findings
4. contribute to a "Claim" and "Evidence" class poster.
I am so proud of our 2-G scientists for stretching their thinking and for coming up with new ways to make objects move.
Writing Workshop: Writers put the finishing touches on their biographies this week to get ready for publishing on Tuesday! We can't wait to share all that we've learned about many special people who've helped to change the world for the better.
Math: Mathematicians used cuisenaire rods to further explore fractions. In second grade, we talk about the fact that the bottom number in a fraction represents the total number of pieces and the top number represents how many pieces you have. Ask your mathematician to show you what halves, thirds, and fourths are!
Fundations: We learned about the "er" and "ir" spelling patterns this week. It was a tricky one because both patterns have the same sound! Students did a wonderful job practicing their words and determining which is the correct pattern to use. Next week we will explore compound words.
Have a wonderful week!
1. engage in open exploration
2. write down/draw their observations
3. share their findings
4. contribute to a "Claim" and "Evidence" class poster.
I am so proud of our 2-G scientists for stretching their thinking and for coming up with new ways to make objects move.
Writing Workshop: Writers put the finishing touches on their biographies this week to get ready for publishing on Tuesday! We can't wait to share all that we've learned about many special people who've helped to change the world for the better.
Math: Mathematicians used cuisenaire rods to further explore fractions. In second grade, we talk about the fact that the bottom number in a fraction represents the total number of pieces and the top number represents how many pieces you have. Ask your mathematician to show you what halves, thirds, and fourths are!
Fundations: We learned about the "er" and "ir" spelling patterns this week. It was a tricky one because both patterns have the same sound! Students did a wonderful job practicing their words and determining which is the correct pattern to use. Next week we will explore compound words.
Have a wonderful week!
