We had another busy week here in 3rd grade! Our reading assessments are almost complete and we are moving full steam ahead in math, writing, reading, and social studies! Here is a glimpse of our focus this past week:
Reading: We have been discussing and practicing the characteristics of great readers; choosing a good reading attitude, recommending good books, noticing when we are confused, going back and rereading, etc. Next week we will begin our new book-shopping schedule and your child will be refreshing their book bins weekly!
Writing: We continue our focus on "seed stories" or "small moments" when writing personal narratives. Increased use of personal details in our stories was also targeted this week.
Math: Counting money, dollar notation, finding patterns in numbers were a few key areas we reviewed this week. Next week we will be taking our first unit review test and Unit 1 assessment!
Social Studies: As we continue our study of the geography of Michigan, we focused on the different landforms found in our state. Key words from our lesson include landforms, peninsula, and island. We also talked about relative and exact location and discussed the difference between the two. We used a compass rose to describe the relative location of Michigan in the U.S. and that is an area we will be reviewing often.
**Reminder** Pattengill's Fun Run is next week on Friday, October 5th! Make sure your child is wearing comfortable clothes and shoes!
Enjoy your weekend!
Mrs. Yallum : )
Friday, September 28, 2012
Friday, September 14, 2012
Week #2
Week #2 was quite a busy week! We dived right into our 3rd grade curriculum, beginning Reader's Workshop, Writer's Workshop, Everyday Math, and Social Studies. Here is a snapshot of what we are learning in each area:
Reader's Workshop
We are discussing choosing "just right" books, making connections and meaning when reading our story, focusing on what is going on, and not reading on "auto-pilot"!
Writer's Workshop
Strategies have been introduced to the students in case they find themselves searching for something to write about. A couple of strategies include making a list of important people, choosing one, and write about important experiences with them; making a list of important places they have been to, choose one and write about it.
Math
In math we are reviewing topics such as name collection boxes, data collection and tally charts, telling time, and using our student reference books.!
Social Studies
We begin our study of Michigan with a look at the geography of our beautiful state. We are learning key words that have to do with geography and using that knowledge when discussing Michigan.
Our class has also begun working on practicing cursive, something that will continue through the year.
I would like to thank all the families that were able to make it to Curriculum Night! I know how busy you all are and appreciate you dedicating time to come meet with me and check out your child's new room!
Reminder: There is still time to donate $4.00 towards the purchase of the Scholastic News magazine for your child. Thank you in advance for your support!
Have a wonderful weekend and I will see your child on Wednesday, September 19th!
Reader's Workshop
We are discussing choosing "just right" books, making connections and meaning when reading our story, focusing on what is going on, and not reading on "auto-pilot"!
Writer's Workshop
Strategies have been introduced to the students in case they find themselves searching for something to write about. A couple of strategies include making a list of important people, choosing one, and write about important experiences with them; making a list of important places they have been to, choose one and write about it.
Math
In math we are reviewing topics such as name collection boxes, data collection and tally charts, telling time, and using our student reference books.!
Social Studies
We begin our study of Michigan with a look at the geography of our beautiful state. We are learning key words that have to do with geography and using that knowledge when discussing Michigan.
Our class has also begun working on practicing cursive, something that will continue through the year.
I would like to thank all the families that were able to make it to Curriculum Night! I know how busy you all are and appreciate you dedicating time to come meet with me and check out your child's new room!
Reminder: There is still time to donate $4.00 towards the purchase of the Scholastic News magazine for your child. Thank you in advance for your support!
Have a wonderful weekend and I will see your child on Wednesday, September 19th!
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Pattengill Fun Run News
Good morning families!
An envelope full of Fun Run information is coming home with your child today! It will be held during school on Friday, October 5th. Please read over the information with your child.
This year:
An envelope full of Fun Run information is coming home with your child today! It will be held during school on Friday, October 5th. Please read over the information with your child.
This year:
- We'll be running in the streets, led by a police car!
- The student who raises the most money wins a BRAND NEW BIKE!!
- The class that raises the most money (average per student) wins a Taco Truck Party! Yummy!!
- Every class that raises $25/student will get a pajama day!
- There's a t-shirt design contest. Your child's artwork could be on the Fun Run shirts!
- Shirt entries are due Friday, September 14th.
- Pledges are due September 26th.
Friday, September 7, 2012
Happy Friday!
We did it! Our first week of school was a success! I've been having a great time getting to know everyone, sharing stories and interests, and getting our classroom routines started.
A couple of pieces of information:
1. We have started our Mad Minute program. Mad Minute is a daily, timed math practice testing each child's fluency in addition, subtraction, and beginning multiplication. When a Mad Minute sheet comes home with a star, it means your child has passed that level and will move on to the next the following day.
2. Our class has two snack times built into our schedule. One in the morning and another in the afternoon. Please make sure that any snack brought to school is a healthy one. Great snack ideas include cheese and crackers, fruit, veggies, yogurt, granola bars, pretzels, etc. Also, your child is more than welcome to bring in a water bottle, which should be filled with water only (no juice or soda, please!).
I look forward to meeting you at Curriculum Night on Wednesday, September 12th at 6:30pm!
Have a great weekend : )
A couple of pieces of information:
1. We have started our Mad Minute program. Mad Minute is a daily, timed math practice testing each child's fluency in addition, subtraction, and beginning multiplication. When a Mad Minute sheet comes home with a star, it means your child has passed that level and will move on to the next the following day.
2. Our class has two snack times built into our schedule. One in the morning and another in the afternoon. Please make sure that any snack brought to school is a healthy one. Great snack ideas include cheese and crackers, fruit, veggies, yogurt, granola bars, pretzels, etc. Also, your child is more than welcome to bring in a water bottle, which should be filled with water only (no juice or soda, please!).
I look forward to meeting you at Curriculum Night on Wednesday, September 12th at 6:30pm!
Have a great weekend : )
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
The First Day of School!
Hello Families!
The first day back was so amazing! I am so excited about what a great class I have this year! It sure was hot today, but despite the heat we were able to check many beginning-of-the-year duties off our lists. We talked about classroom behavior expectations, procedures, jobs, and we were able to label our classroom organizers! We had a very busy day today and I am looking forward to what tomorrow brings!
Happy First Day!
Sarah Yallum
The first day back was so amazing! I am so excited about what a great class I have this year! It sure was hot today, but despite the heat we were able to check many beginning-of-the-year duties off our lists. We talked about classroom behavior expectations, procedures, jobs, and we were able to label our classroom organizers! We had a very busy day today and I am looking forward to what tomorrow brings!
Happy First Day!
Sarah Yallum
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