Leverett School Grade 1 Joyful Learning For Young Children 

Wow!  It’s been a busy week.  I can’t believe how comfortable the kids are in the room, and we’ve only been in school for 12 days!  Here’s a peek into what we are learning….

In writing, we began the year learning that writers write about PEOPLE, PLACES and THINGS they love.  Last Friday it was a beautiful afternoon, so at writing time we took a walk out to the woods to a explore a shared PLACE that would make a great story.  When we came back to the classroom, there were many stories about the woods, the bridge and stream we saw and the stone wall we discovered.  Our school is in a beautiful place.

 Back in the classroom we are learning about how to write a story and the steps writers go through to get their ideas on paper.  

In math we are learning strategies to help us count accurately.  We are building patterns, sorting, counting on the 100 Board  and learning how to play new math games with friends.  

In reading we are learning about alphabetical order and we are exploring all  the book series in our classroom.  “Who Would Win” is a favorite.  Scholastic Book Orders went home today.  All your book purchases help us earn points to buy new books to add to our classroom library.  Thank you in advance for your order!  

In science we are learning about BUGS!!  We learned about the parts of an insect and how those parts help it survive and move in its environment.  We were scientists and observed the caterpillars and mealworms that we are caring for.  Today our caterpillars made a chrysalis!  That was exciting to watch.  

Finally, a huge shout our to our builders!  Each day we make sure to have building and design time.  Look at these creations!  We even have a group of fidget spinners.  

Have a great weekend!