3/9- Moms in Prayer 9:00-9:30
3/11- Spirit Day!
3/11- Co-teacher training 9:00-10:00
3/16-3/20 - SPRING BREAK!
3/23 - Moms in Prayer 9:00-9:30
3/25- Spirit Day and Pizza Day!
3/25 - Parent Informational
3/25 - Grammar Playdate
3/27-3/29 - Spring Camping Trip!
Last week before Spring break! This year is just flying by. Your kiddos have worked so hard and are making amazing progress. I am so thankful for this partnership with you and continue to pray for peaceful, productive homeschool days for all of you.
*Please continue monitoring correct letter AND number formation. If your child writes one backward ask THEM to identify which one is backwards and self-correct.
Math
Objectives:
1. To add or subtract from a number within 10
2. To use a number line to add or subtract
3. To understand the connection between number bonds and addition/subtraction4. To understand how to solve simple story problems.
- This week we focus on both addition and subtraction. We want students to see the connection between adding and subtracting. This can easily be seen with number bonds. In addition we are missing the "whole", while in subtraction we are missing a "part". We continue to use a number line to add and subtract (counting forward in addition and counting back in subtraction). Remember to read through the "Introduction" at the bottom of the math pages. This is an important part of the lesson!
- Here is a link to some number bond flashcards. Please encourage your student to use manipulatives to figure these out for now.
Reading
Objectives:
1. To begin reading and accurately blending words and sentences with long a and long e/silent e pattern.
2. To be able to differentiate between a short vowel and a long vowel sound.
3. To continue to grow in reading fluency.- 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.
Writing
Objectives:
1. To be able to form all upper case letters properly on handwriting lines.
2. To be able to form all lower case letters properly on handwriting lines.
3. To be able to write first and last name properly on handwriting lines.
4. To be able to accurately copy a sentence (using handwriting lines) correctly.- Keep monitoring proper pencil grip and correct letter formation (letters start at the TOP or center...never from the bottom).
Spelling
1. To be able to differentiate when to use a "c" vs "k" by using our spelling rule.
2. To be able to write simple phrases and sentences from dictation.
- Please begin each lesson by reviewing all phonogram cards introduced thus far, as well as all key cards. Repetition is key for retention at this tender age. Make it fun! Do a jumping jack as you say each sound, clap your hands, snap your fingers, etc.
- *A reminder: Once we have covered a certain skill in AAS, we should begin holding our students accountable for using those skills on their own. Encourage them to write words and sentences using the skills they have learned.
- Please make sure to return Spelling Journals daily!
History
Objectives:
1. To be able to describe key events in the Bible and to learn from them.
2. To see God's hand in every event.
- Song for the semester: The Star-Spangled Banner http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPKp29Luryc
Science
Objectives:
1. Help children recognize how air change with the change in temperature.
2. Define vocabulary words: expand and contract.
2. Define vocabulary words: expand and contract.
Geography
Objectives:
1. To be able to sing the names of the southern states of the US.
2. To begin learning to draw the world map.- Click here for the Geography songs for the year.
- Southern States of the US due 4/1
Memory Work
Objectives:
1. To memorize "true, good, and beautiful" pieces and recite to the class.
*"Above the Bright Blue Sky" is our last poem of the year.
*Please take a few minutes each homeschool day to review memory work! (Poems, Geography song)
