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Short & Super Week!

We packed a lot of learning into our short week!

In project block, we read several stories about Martin Luther King, Jr. with varying perspectives, including March On! by Christine King Harris, Martin's Big Words by Doreen Rappaport, and My Daddy, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Martin Luther King III. Analyzing and comparing these texts facilitated incredibly rich discussions, heartfelt engagement, and application of empathy.


We've definitely got a group of scientists in our midst! We presented our projects, recorded what we found interesting about the topics of our peers, and reflected on the experience. Our projects will line our hallway for another week and then be sent home next Friday. Super job, Science Fair participants!



In social studies, second graders have conducted family interviews and used technology to research their heritage. We've loved learning about our past and discovering the details that make our SBLC family so diverse! Third graders worked in collaborative groups to compare and contrast the lives and accomplishments of significant explorers. Their presentations have definitely showcased their creativity and teamwork. After fourth graders compared information about early Texans from primary and secondary sources, they worked in teams to analyze, interpret, and present their findings.





In math fourth graders learned how to play a division game called Leftovers. They used a die, fifteen tiles, and 6 plates which was really construction paper squares to play the game. Third graders enjoyed reading The Homework Table and The Doorbell Rang. Now they are creating a poster that goes along with the book. Second grade enjoyed writing division stories. They played a game called All in the Family and used cards and their fact family skills to win the game.

We are all captivated by our novels. Second Grade began The Year of Billy Miller by Kevin Henkes, We are having rich discussion about what we are learning about the main character, Billy, and examining how the character traits now are essential for us to understand in order to predict his choices along the way. Third Grade continues to develop theories for Rose, as she struggles with the loss of her dog. The two perspectives in When My Name Was Keoko keep Fourth captivated at every turn. Not only are we learning about WWII, but also the Korean culture. It is interesting to discuss the depth of respect and veneration that is given to elders. It's eye opening for some of them.

Our writing centers are chugging along, we are practicing our mechanics in writing as well as the creativity of description. We have been working on individualized needs in group, and it's been neat to see the blossoming of ideas in a smaller setting.

We'll be ready to wrap up the month with more fun on Monday. Until then, have a great weekend!
Mrs. Blake, Mrs. Forrest, & Ms. Reiman

Comments

  1. hi Mrs. Blake! i think the idea of doing a skit,powerpoint,or a puppet show to explain what we learned about Daniel boone,John glenn, and cabesa de Vaca!

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  2. I liked watching the second graders do there since fair projects.

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