Because of Winn Dixie

This week, we started reading "Because of Winn Dixie". As you can see by the picture above, everyone is very intrigued by the characters. We have been practicing our oral reading. We also are working on summaries with this book. Ask your child: Who? What? When? Where? Why? and How?

Accelerated Reader

This year, we are starting a new program called "Accelerated Reader". This program allows students to read a book at their level and then take a test on it. We didn't implement this program in our room until Monday. I've already had some students taking tests! They are doing great. This morning one of the students said "I just want to read!" We have talked about the people you meet and the places you go when you become an active reader. Ask your child who they met today. You just might be suprised!

Introductions

We had a lot of fun doing our introductions this week.

Did you know we have someone in our class that has been to London? There are several girls in our room who have a fascination with horses. Coincidentally, they all want to be veterinarians! I even learned something this week. I now know that on my next trip to Dubuque, I will have to stop at a frozen yogurt place called "Cherry Berry"!

Wise O.W.L.S.

This year, the theme for our classroom is "Wise Owls". Owls stands for "Organized Working Learning Students". I'm sure there will be a lot of wise owls in my classroom on Wednesday. Just a few more days and things will be in full swing. There are a lot of new, fun things I have planned for this year!

Be sure to check back here throughout the year to see what is happening!

Back to School

It's almost time to come back to school! We've been super busy getting ready for our students to come next Wednesday. Today, Mrs. Schafer and I created our tree. It turned out better than we had hoped! I sure can't wait to see you! Enjoy your last few days of summer vacation!