The learning (and fun) never slows down in grade 2!
Writing- Students worked on adding detail, like sensory details and similes, to their writing about their favourite foods. I loved reading about all the yummy meals they enjoy!
Reading- Room 15 put their literacy skills to work during more literacy centres. Students work individually or in a group to work on spelling words, reading, writing, and experimenting with new words in a multitude of activities. During this time, I take the take to read with small group where we have been focusing on comprehending texts.
Math- Last week we finished off our unit on increasing and decreasing patterns, which means this week it's time for something new- building, comparing, and sorting 2D and 3D shapes!
Science- Science is also taking a shift this week. Last week, students researched on the Chromebooks about snails, including their appearance, habitat, diet, predators, and more! Then, they compared 2 of the animals we have studied during this unit using a Venn Diagram. On Friday, our new unit was introduced- Magnets!
Social Studies- Now that students have learned about natural resources in Iqaluit, Meteghan, and Saskatoon and why people might be drawn to live in those areas, we will focus our attention on the unique cultures and identities of the people who live in each location, starting with Iqaluit.
Reminders...
1. Sign up for parent/teacher conferences this week if you have not already. Thank you to the many parents who have already booked a time! The only remaining times are for Friday morning.
2. The weather is getting colder every day. Please send your child to school with appropriate clothing for going outside. They go outside every day for recess and lunch and it is very important that they have the necessary items to keep warm.
3. Students need to have a pair of indoor Gym shoes. Black shoes with black soles are not to be worn in the gymnasium, as they leave marks on the floors. If your child does not have gym shoes, please send them as soon as possible.
4. Students are also required to have a pair of headphones, sent to school in a plastic (ziploc) bag. 4-5 students are still missing their headphones, which were requested at the start of the school year. We use these during literacy centres, and when using the computers for various activities to minimize noise distractions.
5. Scholastic book order forms have gone home in student folders. If you would like to purchase a book (great holiday gift idea!) visit scholastic.ca and use our Classroom Code. The code is written on the book order form for your reference.
This week...
Monday- Formal Uniform!
Tuesday-
Wednesday- Library books due; Fun lunch
Thursday- Regular school day, Homework due, Parent/Teacher Conferences in the evening
Friday- Parent/Teacher Conferences (NO SCHOOL)