We had a very creative and crafty day in our Grade 1 "Santa's Workshop!" After editing a message full of wacky word wall words, we began the next steps of our top secret art project with a grade one superstorm. We exchanged our library books, hunted for word wall words in our poem, then learned (a modified version of) the jive in phys ed. In social studies we learned about Kwanzaa traditions. In the afternoon we had a very exciting visitor in the middle of caroling -- Santa, himself!!!! We spent the rest of the afternoon working in our workshop on artwork gifts.
Remember to come in your comfiest, coziest jammies tomorrow! You can bring a stuffy to enjoy all the stories!
Sight Words (We are working with these in our weekly poem)
We are reviewing previous word wall words in this week's poem:
of with and little up can you
Mail Pockets
- No new mail went home today. Also, I apologize I did not send the kids to change their home reading today because we were finishing up art right until the last minute!
- Please return yellow poetry duotangs for tomorrow if they are still at home :)
- Home Reading/Sight Word Rings (please keep it in the backpack to return each day, even if not done with the current books)
Pajama and Reading Day
On Thursday, December 15, grade one will be having a reading, pajama and stuffie day. Each student is asked to dress in their PJ's and bring their favourite stuffed animal. They are also welcome to bring in some of their favourite books from home. We will be suprising the students with some very special guest readers on that day -- their parents! Thank you for volunteering to come in and share a story this day. We are booked up!
Grade One Celebration -- 8:30 to 10:30
On the last morning of school before the break (Friday, December 16), grade ones will enjoy a Family Traditions potluck brunch to celebrate the season! Part of our social studies curriculum is understanding and appreciating traditions that shape our identities and communities. Students are encouraged to bring a dish that is a tradition for their family, along with a small explanation or artifact (story, photo, etc.) that helps tell about the tradition. It can be a dish special to Christmas, unique to your cultural heritage, or simply a family favourite. Family members are welcome to join us for the brunch, which will be followed by a Christmas sing-along with Paulo. We will enjoy a cozy morning of sharing, traditions, and seasonal songs!
Please and Thank You
-Thank you for the overwhelming response to our Jammies day reading request!!!
Upcoming Dates
Dec. 14 – Fun Lunch – Boston Pizza
Dec. 15 - P.J. and stuffies day!
Dec. 16 - last day of classes; Grade One Family Traditions Brunch (8:30 - 10:30)
Dec. 19 – Jan 2 – Winter Break
Jan. 3 – First day back after Winter Break
Daily Challenge
What stuffy are you going to bring tomorrow, and why is it special to you?