We focused on the “turnaround” strategy for addition in Math this week. For example, 1+2=3 and 2+1=3 You get the same answer, the addends are just reversed or turned around (communitive property). We continue to work on open-ended word problems and providing at least three solutions with a picture, number sentence or equation, and word sentence. We also reviewed sorting rules this week. We are using buttons and 2D shapes to sort by categories (shape, colour, material, number of holes, and size) and then explain our sorting rules to a partner.
I have also been pulling students one-on-one
to complete math assessments required by the government. These assessments will
help show any gaps in the students learning and may help provide support (if
needed) to the school later in the year.
In Social Studies,
we continued to talk about our rights and responsibilities as
grade one students and as children. Next week, we will continue to talk
about landmarks and logos, and their roles in our community.
Upcoming Events:
Monday, Dec. 6th: Formal Uniform
Wednesday, Dec. 8th: Library book exchange
Friday, Dec. 10th: Homework is due/Spelling test
***Please do not go out and buy special things for the casual week, unless you want to. It is not required to enjoy the casual days.*
Monday, Dec 13th: FANCY/FORMAL Christmas Attire/Formal Uniform if you do not celebrate or have fancy clothes.
Tuesday, Dec
14th: Casual – Wear colours found in Christmas lights
Wednesday,
Dec 15th: Casual – Wear Santa hat, antlers or Elf hat
-All library books must be
returned before the break starts.
Thursday,
Dec 16th: Casual – Christmas Sweater/Fun Lunch
Friday,
Dec 17th: Casual – PJ day/Last day before Winter
Break
