2-27 to 3-3 Kindergarten HW


Kinder 252/27/20172/28/20173/1/20173/2/20173/3/2017Co-Teacher Notes
DiscipleshipHonesty+ Proverbs 3:1-19
MathEM-B p79EM-B p80EM-B p81EM-B p82EM-B p83-84Math Buddies: Understanding Subtraction
ReadingOPG-L69OPG-L70OPG-L71OPG-L71REVIEW L69-71Reading long vowel/silent e words with a, e, i, o
CompositionCB-p52-53CB-p54-55Copywork through Oral Narration
Grammar
SpellingAAS-Step 16AAS-Step 16 p77-80 Review and "Dictate Phrases" 1-5 on manuscript paper to return tomorrow.AAS-Step 16AAS-Step 17 p81 "Spell with Tiles"
HistoryLittle Pilgrims - p86-91 The Nation GrowsLittle Pilgrims - p86-91 The Nation GrowsFocus: The War Between the States, Robert E. Lee, Abe Lincoln
SciencePlanets - MoonPlanets - MoonPlanets
GeographyUS Locations (song) Due 4/5
Memory WorkQuarter 4 Poem Due 5/1



Important Dates: 
2-27:  Above the Bright Blue Sky assessed

It is hard to believe that we are just shy of 2 months until the last day of school and 2 weeks until Spring Break! We pray that you and your student are continuing to delight in learning. We pray that you continue to enjoy your moments of schooling as you see the fruits of the love and labor of homeschooling.

And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. Galatians 6:9

I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. Psalm 121: 1-2


Math 
Objectives: to understand simple subtraction problems; to understand subtraction as whole minus a part; to understand and be able to use the counting back strategy to solve a subtraction problem.
  • This week we are counting back during subtraction. The big concept of these lessons are to realize that numbers have order and when we subtract we can use what we know about number order to count back. A number line is utilized in some of these lessons.  Please note in the lesson on page 81, counters (concrete stage) are assigned to the number line. Using a number line to add and subtract is an abstract concept. If your child is having trouble, please make sure that you continue to relate the counters with the number line. Remember, the main objective of these lessons is to connect number order with the subtraction operation.
    Reading
    Objectives: to read and accurately blend words and sentences with long a, long e and long i/silent e pattern; to be able to differentiate between a short vowel and a long vowel word.
    • We are continuing our study of long vowels with silent e. This can be tricky for some students, so please take your time at home to ensure understanding. *Please do the "Optional Follow Up" on page 141.
    • Remember to review the previous lesson and all sight words introduced so far, before proceeding to the new lesson. Sight word "give" will be introduced this week. Our sight words so far are: a, the, of, have, give
    • Please follow up each lesson and mini book review, by having your child read to you, a book at their appropriate level. This should be done at a separate time of the day from their OPG lesson. 
    Composition (see table)
    Objectives: To write the capital letters and lower case letters correctly (typically top to bottom/left to right) on handwriting paper; to write first and last names correctly on handwriting paper; to be able to accurately copy a sentence, using handwriting lines correctly.
    • see table
    Spelling
    Objectives:  To be able to write words with initial blends accurately from dictation; to be able to write simple phrases and sentences accurately from dictation.
    • You should have introduced key cards 7 and 8 in last Thursday's lesson. There is not a word list this week, but you will be dictating phrases. Please make sure this is on manuscript paper and placed in the green folder.
    • Please make sure to put the paper from 'Spell on Paper' in the green folder, so that we can check it every Wednesday. Paper used for spelling in kindergarten should be manuscript lined paper (with a top, mid, and bottom line) to reinforce proper letter formation.
    History 
    Objectives: to gain an understanding that history began with God and creation; to see God's hand in every event.
    •  Song for the semester:  The Star-Spangled Banner http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPKp29Luryc
    Geography
    Objectives: to identify and name the continents and oceans on a map; to sing the name of the 50 US states.

     United States Locations – States

    To be assessed 4/5
    Northern States
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    Southern States
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    Eastern States
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    Pacific States
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    Middle States
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      Science
      Objectives: to be able to identify the 8 planets in order of distance from the sun; to identify and describe the 5 phases of the moon; to be able to explain that the rotation of the earth is the reason we have night and day.
      • We are continuing to discuss the 5 phases of the moon (New Moon, Crescent Moon, Half-Moon, Gibbous Moon, and Full Moon).
      • Continue to review the planets song!
















      2-20 to 2-24 Kindergarten HW



      Kinder 242/20/20172/21/20172/22/20172/23/20172/24/2017Co-Teacher Notes
      DiscipleshipHonesty (Trustworthiness)+ Proverbs 3:1-18
      MathEM-B p73EM-B p74EM-B p75EM-B p76-77EM-B P78Math Buddies:  Understanding Subtraction
      ReadingOPG-L67OPG-L67OPG-L68OPG-L68Review L66-68 Long vowel a and e with silent e
      CompositionCB-p48-49CB-p50-51Copywork through Oral Narration
      Grammar
      SpellingAAS-Step 15AAS-Step 15 p74 "Spell on Paper" and "Dictate Phrases" 1-3 on manuscript paper to return tomorrow.AAS-Step 15AAS-Step 16 p77-79 Key Card 7, 8
      HistoryLittle Pilgrims - p80-85 America Moves WestLittle Pilgrims - p80-85 America Moves WestFocus: Lewis and Clark, Johnny Appleseed, Oregon Trail
      SciencePlanets - Moon:  Moon Watchers worksheet sent home.Planets - MoonObserve the moon each night and record the phase on the handout.
      GeographyWest Indies Due 2/22, 2/23 Introduce US Locations (song) Due 4/5
      Memory WorkAbove the Bright Blue Sky Due 2/27

      Important Dates: 
      2-22: Pizza Day and West Indies song assessed
      2-25: Pancake Breakfast! 
      2-27:  Above the Bright Blue Sky assessed


      Math 
      Objectives: to understand simple subtraction problems; to understand subtraction as whole minus a part.
      • Now that we understand the concept of addition and subtraction, we will be relating part-part-whole/number bonds to addition and subtraction problems!
      • Since addition and subtraction number sentences (7-4=3) are very abstract, it is especially important that you are doing the hands-on, concrete, part of these lessons on the bottom of the page.The concrete experience is cornerstone to understanding concepts and developing number sense....and it is fun!
        Reading
        Objectives: to read and accurately blend words and sentences with long a and long e/silent e pattern; to be able to differentiate between a short vowel and a long vowel word.
        • We are continuing our study of long vowels with silent e. This can be tricky for some students, so please take your time at home to ensure understanding.
        • Please follow up each lesson and mini book review, by having your child read to you, a book at their appropriate level. This should be done at a separate time of the day from their OPG lesson. 
        Composition (see table)
        Objectives: To write the capital letters and lower case letters correctly (typically top to bottom/left to right) on handwriting paper; to write first and last names correctly on handwriting paper; to be able to accurately copy a sentence, using handwriting lines correctly.
        • We hope you are noticing the beautiful fruits of your child's labor and the classical model approach to writing! These kindergarteners are writing the most beautiful sentences complete with spaces, capital letters, and punctuation. "But, wait.....they are just copying!" We hope you have seen this fallacy dispelled! At this tender age, your children are explicitly learning and practicing the mechanics of writing in an age appropriate manner. 

        Spelling
        Objectives:  To be able to write words with initial blends accurately from dictation; to be able to write simple phrases and sentences accurately from dictation.
        • This week we are writing words with initial blends. If your child is struggling to write the words correctly, or leaving out a consonant, refer them back to the oral segmenting of the word with the chips. This way they can make sure they are accounting for every letter in the word.
        • Please make sure to put the paper from 'Spell on Paper' in the green folder, so that we can check it every Wednesday. Paper used for spelling in kindergarten should be manuscript lined paper (with a top, mid, and bottom line) to reinforce proper letter formation.
            History 
            Objectives: to gain an understanding that history began with God and creation; to see God's hand in every event.

            Geography
            Objectives: to identify and name the continents and oceans on a map; to sing the name of locations in the West Indies.
            • West Indies will be assessed on Wednesday.

            Science
            Objectives: to be able to identify the 8 planets in order of distance from the sun; to identify and describe the 5 phases of the moon; to be able to explain that the rotation of the earth is the reason we have night and day.

            • This week we are discussing the 5 phases of the moon (New Moon, Crescent Moon, Half-Moon, Gibbous Moon, and Full Moon).
            • Please begin Moon Observation worksheet that was sent home on Monday, February 20th. This will be due back Monday, February 27th.. Please go outside and have your child look for the moon. Often times you can see the moon before it gets completely dark outside or even in the middle of the day. Have your child identify the moon phase and illustrate it on their sheet.
            • Continue to review the planets song!


            Memory Work  
            • Please take a few minutes each homeschool day to review memory work! (Poem, Proverbs verses, Geography) 


            2-13 to 2-17 Kindergarten HW


            Kinder 232/13/20172/14/20172/15/20172/16/20172/17/2017Co-Teacher Notes
            DiscipleshipHonesty (Integrity)+ Proverbs 3:1-17Math Buddies:  Understanding Subtraction 
            MathEM-B p65EM-B p66-67EM-B p68-69EM-B p70-71EM-B p72
            ReadingOPG-L65OPG-L65OPG-L66OPG-L66Long vowel "a" with silent e
            CompositionCB-p44-45CB-p46-47Copywork through Oral Narration
            Grammar
            SpellingAAS-Step 14 AAS-Step 14 p69-71"Spell on Paper" and "Dictate Phrases" 1-3 on manuscript paper to return tomorrow.AAS-Step 14 AAS-Step 15 p73 "Spell with Tiles"
            HistoryLittle Pilgrims - p80-85 America Moves WestLittle Pilgrims - p80-85 America Moves WestFocus: Lewis and Clark, Johnny Appleseed, Oregon Trail
            SciencePlanets - rotation of Earth/night and dayPlanets - rotation of Earth/night and dayPlanets
            GeographyWest Indies Due 2/22, Continue to review Continents and Oceans
            Memory WorkAbove the Bright Blue Sky Due 2/27

            Important Dates: 
            2-13: Valentine card exchange and PLANET REPORTS due!
            2-22:  Pizza Day and West Indies song assessed
            2-25: Pancake Breakfast!  Yum!
            2-27: Above the Bright Blue Sky poem assessed


            Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. 1 John 4:7

            We hope everyone has a wonderful Valentine's week! We have a busy week ahead, filled with new learning and fun. We are enjoying your sweeties!


            Math 
            Objectives: to understand simple subtraction problems; to understand subtraction as whole minus a part.
            • We begin introduction to subtraction this week. We are emphasizing the fact that the minus sign really means "take away". 
            • Remember that the hands-on (concrete) portion of the lesson is the most important. If your child is struggling with the paper portion (the abstract), go back to concrete. It is important to stay in the concrete phase as long as they need to.
            • Math Buddies:  Understanding Subtraction
            Reading
            Objectives: to read and accurately blend words and sentences with long a/silent e pattern; to be able to differentiate between a short vowel and a long vowel word.
            • This week we are venturing into the world of long vowels! We are focusing on silent "e" with long "a" this week. *Please read over the "Note to the Instructor" at the top of p.130 
            • The sight word have is introduced in lesson 66.
            • Please follow up each lesson and mini book review, by having your child read to you, a book at their appropriate level. This should be done at a separate time of the day from their OPG lesson. 
            Composition (see table)
            Objectives: To write the capital letters and lower case letters correctly (typically top to bottom/left to right) on handwriting paper; to write first and last names correctly on handwriting paper; to be able to accurately copy a sentence, using handwriting lines correctly.
            • see table

            Spelling
            Objectives:  To be able to write words with final blends accurately from dictation; to be able to write simple phrases and sentences accurately from dictation.
            • This week we begin writing words with blends. If your child is struggling to write the words correctly, or leaving out a consonant, refer them back to the oral segmenting of the word with the chips. This way they can make sure they are accounting for every letter in the word.
            • Please make sure to put the paper from 'Spell on Paper' in the green folder, so that we can check it every Wednesday. Paper used for spelling in kindergarten should be manuscript lined paper (with a top, mid, and bottom line) to reinforce proper letter formation.
                History 
                Objectives: to gain an understanding that history began with God and creation; to see God's hand in every event.
                •  Song for the semester:  The Star-Spangled Banner http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPKp29Luryc

                Geography
                Objectives: to identify and name the continents and oceans on a map; to sing the name of locations in the West Indies.
                • West Indies will be assessed next Wednesday.
                Science
                Objectives: to be able to identify the 8 planets in order of distance from the sun; to identify and describe the 5 phases of the moon; to be able to explain that the rotation of the earth is the reason we have night and day.
                •      We will be presenting Planet Reports and 3D models on Monday!


                Memory Work  
                • Please take a few minutes each homeschool day to review memory work! (Poem, Proverbs verses, Geography) 



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