Reading
We will begin Theme 2 in our reading series: Nature Walk. Our story is a fictional story called Henry and Mudge and the Starry Night. The story is about a boy named Henry who goes camping with his parents and his dog Mudge. Each one of them enjoys camping, but not for the same reasons.
The comprehension strategies of comparing and contrasting will be review.
In phonics the lessons will emphasize the long vowel o, u, and e and the sounds for the letter g.
The vocabulary words are: backpack, campfire, camping, hike, lanterns, and tent.
The grammar lessons will focus on telling sentences and questions.
Math
The Chapter 4 test will be on Monday. In Chapter 5 we will be working on double digit addition with the concept of regrouping being introduced. This is an important skill for them to master. Please be sure to continue to review their daily math sheets at home and supervise their homework. If you are not sure about something please let me know. They are learning regrouping (carrying) differently from how you may have learned it. Let me know if I need to cover something again. A note on the homework sheet is a good way to let me know about any confusion. Thanks for your cooperation:)
Social Studies
We are continueing to work on basic map skills. So far the children have learned about symbols, a map key, compass rose, directions, scale, and grids.
Apple Week
Our study of apples was great. We did many fun activities. I hope the children came home and talked about some of them.
Fire Safety Assembly
On Wednesday, October 13th, Lt Tabiz from the Darien-Woodridge Fire Department reviewed fire safety with the children. As usual he did a great job educating and entertaining the children.
Musical
Squirm is only a week away. I hope to see all of you on the 24th.
Elizabeth Ide's Spooky Halloween Party
The PTO is hosting a Halloween party at Ide on Friday, October 21st at 6:30. The cost is $6.00 per family and is due by October 17th. A flyer was sent home with your child on Thursday.
