September 30, 2005
September 30, 2005
Dear Families,
We began learning about the alphabet and enjoyed reading the book Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin, Jr. The children learned that there are 26 letters in the alphabet, that letters make words, and that letters have sounds. We made a chart using the first letter of our names, to see what letters had the most first names and which letters had the fewest. We read a lot of alphabet books, too. We played an alphabet freeze game. The kindergartners danced and moved around around until the music stopped. Then they found a letter on the floor close to where they were frozen, picked it up, and told everyone the name of the letter. Mrs. Owens opened a real coconut, and the boys and girls were able to taste it.
This week we worked with counting coconuts. Each child was given a bag with one coconut tree and ten coconuts. The students learned to add more coconuts when they needed a larger number and take a way coconuts when they needed a smaller number. They can use these to practice counting at home.
This week we also began practicing writing names the kindergarten way. Next week we will continue practicing. We will expect them to write their name the kindergarten way on all their papers. Reinforcement at home is greatly appreciated. Remember, if your kindergartner practices writing at home, and they bring the paperwork in, they can earn a sticker.
Next week we will be studying the letter Ll. We will learn to write the lowercase and capital letter, learn the sound, and talk about things that start with the letter Ll. Sharing next week should be one item that begins with the letter Ll.
Next week will be a bit wacky for kindergartners. On Wednesday, October 5th we go to the play in Waterloo. We will not be back in time for the cooks’ lunch so KINDERGARTNERS NEED TO BRING THEIR OWN LUNCHES! WE WILL EAT THESE LUNCHES IN OUR ROOM WHEN WE RETURN. Moms and Dads get to decide what to pack in the lunches. Milk can be purchased from the cooks. Remember that we do not have enough refrigerator space for 37 lunches so please use ice packs in the lunch boxes to keep food cool if necessary. On Friday, October 7th the students do not have school. The teachers get to attend important meetings. The Friday sharing kids may bring their sharing items any day next week.
Halloween is fast approaching, and many families are beginning to think about their child’s costume. The elementary has a policy about costumes. We do not allow any blood or weapons with the costumes. Right now the Halloween parties are scheduled for Friday, October 28th.
Our kindergarten bake sale is Thursday, October 13th. Please send AT LEAST 6 individually wrapped items. (Examples: 6 individual cookies in baggies, 6 fruit roll ups, 6 Little Debbies, etc.) Kindergartners will be able to purchase items also that day. Each item will cost 25¢.
Don’t forget about October 11th! We will be having our pictures taken on this day. You will receive the order forms soon. Please try to have these forms returned before picture day. On Tuesday, October 11th, the kindergartners need to be here by 8:20. We are usually the first class to have pictures taken, and they come for us at 8:20. If you want your child to change out of the picture clothing, please send another outfit. If you have special instructions concerning hair, jewelry, or outfits, please write us a note with the directions.
One last important date to note is the Christmas program. It will be on December 14th at 1:30 p.m.
Have a great fall weekend!
Mrs. Howard
Mrs. Owens
Mrs. Herink
Dear Families,
We began learning about the alphabet and enjoyed reading the book Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin, Jr. The children learned that there are 26 letters in the alphabet, that letters make words, and that letters have sounds. We made a chart using the first letter of our names, to see what letters had the most first names and which letters had the fewest. We read a lot of alphabet books, too. We played an alphabet freeze game. The kindergartners danced and moved around around until the music stopped. Then they found a letter on the floor close to where they were frozen, picked it up, and told everyone the name of the letter. Mrs. Owens opened a real coconut, and the boys and girls were able to taste it.
This week we worked with counting coconuts. Each child was given a bag with one coconut tree and ten coconuts. The students learned to add more coconuts when they needed a larger number and take a way coconuts when they needed a smaller number. They can use these to practice counting at home.
This week we also began practicing writing names the kindergarten way. Next week we will continue practicing. We will expect them to write their name the kindergarten way on all their papers. Reinforcement at home is greatly appreciated. Remember, if your kindergartner practices writing at home, and they bring the paperwork in, they can earn a sticker.
Next week we will be studying the letter Ll. We will learn to write the lowercase and capital letter, learn the sound, and talk about things that start with the letter Ll. Sharing next week should be one item that begins with the letter Ll.
Next week will be a bit wacky for kindergartners. On Wednesday, October 5th we go to the play in Waterloo. We will not be back in time for the cooks’ lunch so KINDERGARTNERS NEED TO BRING THEIR OWN LUNCHES! WE WILL EAT THESE LUNCHES IN OUR ROOM WHEN WE RETURN. Moms and Dads get to decide what to pack in the lunches. Milk can be purchased from the cooks. Remember that we do not have enough refrigerator space for 37 lunches so please use ice packs in the lunch boxes to keep food cool if necessary. On Friday, October 7th the students do not have school. The teachers get to attend important meetings. The Friday sharing kids may bring their sharing items any day next week.
Halloween is fast approaching, and many families are beginning to think about their child’s costume. The elementary has a policy about costumes. We do not allow any blood or weapons with the costumes. Right now the Halloween parties are scheduled for Friday, October 28th.
Our kindergarten bake sale is Thursday, October 13th. Please send AT LEAST 6 individually wrapped items. (Examples: 6 individual cookies in baggies, 6 fruit roll ups, 6 Little Debbies, etc.) Kindergartners will be able to purchase items also that day. Each item will cost 25¢.
Don’t forget about October 11th! We will be having our pictures taken on this day. You will receive the order forms soon. Please try to have these forms returned before picture day. On Tuesday, October 11th, the kindergartners need to be here by 8:20. We are usually the first class to have pictures taken, and they come for us at 8:20. If you want your child to change out of the picture clothing, please send another outfit. If you have special instructions concerning hair, jewelry, or outfits, please write us a note with the directions.
One last important date to note is the Christmas program. It will be on December 14th at 1:30 p.m.
Have a great fall weekend!
Mrs. Howard
Mrs. Owens
Mrs. Herink
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