Kinder Week 13 11/2-11/6

Meeting with you for conferences has been wonderful and so affirming, knowing that we are partners in educating these precious children.

***There is a lot of  information under our Spelling section below. Please be sure to read it carefully and let me know if you have any questions.

Math 

Objectives: 

1.  To understand the concept of capacity.
2.  To recognize and match equal sets.
3.  To demonstrate understanding of 1-1 correspondence.

• This week we are working on capacity and equal sets. The equal sets lesson is a great footing for your child to understand that equal means 'the same as' and not 'the answer is'. Please make sure to provide the hands-on capacity lessons at the bottom of the page for Tuesday.

Reading

Objectives: 

1.  To be able to read sentences with current sight words and CVC words.

2.  To be able to read and accurately blend words that end with a two consonant blend.

*Please note that there is a lesson assigned for Thursday and another lesson assigned for Friday

• see table

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 name properly using only 1 capital letter.

4. To be able to write the alphabet on handwriting paper from memory.

• Remember to continue handwriting practice on lined handwriting paper as well as HWT book.  
• Have your child practice writing his/her name properly on handwriting lines.  Breaking the habit of writing their name with all capital letters can be a challenge!

Spelling

Objectives: 

1. To be able to alphabetize letter tiles.

2  To be able to choose the correct short vowel sound when heard in a word.

3.  To understand that every word has at least one vowel.

• Now that we have emergent readers, our explicit spelling instruction has started! Please follow the break-up of the lesson on the table. 
• You should have introduced blue key card #3 last Thursday and will introduce key card #4 this Tuesday. Practice blue key cards along with phonogram cards daily.
• The format of lessons will remain the same (starting with Step 6):  Every Thursday the new "Step" will be introduced at home and we will work on it for a week. Spelling Journals  will start coming home this week.
  THURSDAY- Introduce "Step" and do lesson up to and including"Spell with Tiles."
  TUESDAY: Finish the lesson including "Spell on Paper"- Dictate the 10 words for your child to write in Spelling Journal. Practice "More Words" at home on dry erase board. Please make sure to reinforce proper letter formation and writing correctly on the lined pages in the journal.
• ****Spelling Journals will need to come to school every school day so I can check them!(Bring every day- Blue folder, Math book, Math Journal, Spelling Journal)

History 

Objectives: 

1. To be able to point to and say the northern states of the US on a map.

2. To be able to describe key events in the Bible and to learn from them.
3.  To see God's hand in every event.

Science

Objectives: 

1. To be able to name all 8 planets in order. (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune)

2. To be able to give characteristics of each planet

**Look for the information about the planets project in your child's folder after school on Monday. Please spend some time this week researching some fun facts about the assigned planet and start planning how you are going to create your 3D model.

Geography
Objectives: 

1. To be able to point to and say the northern states of the US on a map.

2. To begin learning to draw the world map by drawing a compass rose, equator, and prime meridian.

•  Due Wednesday. Students will be required to sing the names of the States only. However, we will be pointing at them on the US map at school and you are welcome to print the map and do so as well. Click here for the Geography songs for the year.

Memory Work

• Please take a few minutes each homeschool day to review memory work! (Poem, Geography song)
• Our poem, Hymn Of Joy will be assessed on 12/2.

K week 13	11/2/2020	11/3/2020	11/4/2020	11/5/2020	11/6/2020	Co-Teacher Notes
Read Aloud	McKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"	Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes	McKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"	Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes
Bible	Discuss: The warrior leader	Read Aloud: The teeny, weenie...true king from JSB.	Discuss: The teeny, weenie...true king.	Read Aloud: The young hero and the horrible giant.
Math	EM-A p137	EM-A p138-140 and math journal	EM-A p141-142	EM-A p143-144 and math journal	EM-A p145-146
Spelling	AAS-Step 5	AAS-Step 5 p36-37 key card 4	AAS-Step 5	AAS-Step 6 p39-42 through "Spell with Tiles"		Short vowels
Writing	Lowercase k and y.	HWT 48-50	Lowercase j and p.	HWT 51-53
Reading	OPG-L45	OPG-L45	OPG-L46	OPG-L46	OPG-L47	ending blends
History	Little Pilgrims					Focus:
Geography	United States: Northern States - Due 11/4
Science			Lesson 12: Galileo
Memory Work	Hymn of Joy Poem Due 12/2

Kinder Week 12 10/26-10/30

Important Dates:

10/26 - Moms in Prayer @ 9:00

10/28 - Historic Dress Up Day and Pizza/Spirit Day!

10/30 - Fortis Trunk or Treat 4:30-7:00 (more details on main Blog page)

11/3 - Election Day!

11/9 - Moms in Prayer @ 9:00

11/23-11/27 - Thanksgiving Break

 

AAS will pick back up this week. PLEASE LOOK BELOW under SPELLING for important information!

Math 
Objectives: 

1.  To compare the length of objects by making direct comparisons with reference objects
2.  To measure objects using non-standard units of measurement.
3.  To understand the concept of big and small and sort objects by size
4.  To compare weight using a balance
5.  To compare the weight of objects by making direct comparison to a reference weight.

• This week we are working on size and weight. We will be doing hands-on weight activities with a balance at school. Your child will be learning how to use a balance. This experience will provide the background they need for page 136. 
• Please note that the page assignments are out of order this week due to the hands-on weighing. Please pay close attention to the assigned pages for each day.

Reading

Objectives: 

1.  To be able to read sentences with current sight words and CVC words.

2.  To be able to read and accurately blend words that end with a two consonant blend.

• Please encourage your child to point to the words (track text) as he reads. 

Writing 

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 name properly using only 1 capital letter.

4. To be able to write the alphabet on handwriting paper from memory.

• Remember to continue handwriting practice on lined handwriting paper as well as HWT book.  
• Have your child practice writing his/her name properly on handwriting lines.  Breaking the habit of writing their name with all capital letters can be a challenge!

Spelling.

Objectives: 

1. To be able to write the 26 phonograms from dictation.

2  To be able to segment 2 and 3 sound words.

3.  To be able to orally blend single phonemes into CVC words fluently.

• THIS THURSDAY we will pick up AAS where we left off. Please make sure that you have all the materials necessary and that you review Steps 1-4 to ensure readiness.  
• Every daily lesson should include review of phonograms (yellow cards) and key cards (blue cards).
• This week (Step 5) is a bit different from the rest of the steps. Pages 33-35 will be done Thursday and pages 36-37 will be done the following Tuesday. 
• The format of lessons will remain the same (starting with Step 6):  Every Thursday the new "Step" will be introduced at home and we will work on it for a week. Spelling Journals  will start coming home when "Step 6" is introduced. 
  THURSDAY- Introduce "Step" and do lesson up to "Spell with Tiles."
  TUESDAY: Review and "Spell on Paper"- Dictate the 10 words for your child to write in Spelling Journal. Practice "More Words" at home on dry erase board.
• ****Spelling Journals will need to come to school every school day! (Bring every day- Blue folder, Math book, Math Journal, Spelling Journal)

History 

Objectives: 

1. To be able to point to and say the northern states of the US on a map.

2. To be able to describe key events in the Bible and to learn from them.
3.  To see God's hand in every event.

Science

Objectives: 

1. To be able to name all 8 planets in order. (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune)

2. To be able to give characteristics of each planet

Geography

Objectives: 

1. To be able to point to and say the northern states of the US on a map.

2. To begin learning to draw the world map by drawing a compass rose, equator, and prime meridian.

•  Due 11/4. Students will be required to sing the names of the Northern States only. However, we will be pointing at them on the US map at school and you are welcome to print the map and do so as well. Click here for the Geography songs for the year.

Memory Work

• Poem will be assessed on 12/2 officially, however students will have an opportunity to present the song to the class earlier if they are ready!

K week 12	10/26/2020	10/27/2020	10/28/2020	10/29/2020	10/30/2020	Co-Teacher Notes
Read Aloud	McKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"	Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes	McKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"	Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes
Bible	Discuss: God Makes a Way	Read Aloud: Ten Ways to Be Perfect from JSB.	Discuss: Ten ways to be perfect.	Read Aloud: The Warrior Leader from JSB.
Math	EM-A p123-124	EM-A p125-126 and math journal	EM-A p133-135	EM-A p127-130 and math journals	EM-A p131-132, 136
Spelling	Phonemic Awareness Activities	Dictate phonogram sounds (call out all of the sounds) for your child to write the letter that makes those sounds. Do not do this  in alphabetical order.	Phonemic Awareness Activities	AAS-Step 5 p33-35 key card 3		SPELLING picks back up this THURSDAY at home!
Writing	Lowercase u and i	HWT 42-44	Lowercase e and l.	HWT 45-47
Reading	OPG-L43	OPG-L43	OPG-L44	OPG-L44	Review L 43/44	ending blends
History	Little Pilgrims
Geography	United States: Northern States - Due 11/4
Science			Lesson 11: The History of Astronomy
Memory Work	Hymn of Joy Poem Due 12/2

 

Kinder Week 11 10/19-10/23

By this time in our parenting journey, we all know the important role the family plays in our children's respectful obedience.  As homeschooling mommas, we have the added benefit of observing the true hearts of our children in the comfort of our homes on a regular basis and are well acquainted with their discipline needs, but we still benefit from motivational reminders of what our goals in this area include.  Here are some links you may enjoy.  Happy Parenting!

Effective child discipline from Focus on the Family
Visionary Family Ministries

Math 
Objectives: 

1.  To be able to write the numerals 1-10.

2. To be able to identify, describe, and extend simple patterns. (AB, AAB, ABB, AABB, ABC).
3. To be able to recognize and name some of the patterns God created in our world.
4.  To compare the length of objects by making direct comparisons with reference objects
5.  To measure objects using non-standard units of measurement.

• This week we are working on length using non-standard units (ex:paper clips, unifix cubes, etc). *Please give your child some hands-on practice measuring things at home with non-standard units. Refer to the bottom of the workbook pages for activities.

Reading

Objectives: 

1.  To be able to read sentences with current sight words and CVC words.

2.  To be able to read and accurately blend words that end in a double consonant (ss,ff,ll)

3.  To read and accurately blend words that end with "ck"

• "Two Review and One New" on page 92 will be a part of every lesson. Please make sure that you include this in your daily lesson every time.

Writing 
Objectives: 
1. To be able to hold a pencil using proper pencil grip.
2 To  be able to form all upper case letters properly on handwriting lines. 
3. To be able to form all lower case letters properly on handwriting lines.
4. To be able to write name properly using only 1 capital letter.
5. To be able to write the alphabet on handwriting paper from memory.

• Remember to continue handwriting practice on lined handwriting paper as well as HWT book. 
• Practice writing the alphabet from memory.  

Spelling

Objectives: 

1. To be able to write the correct phonogram when given the phonogram sounds.

2  To be able to segment 2 and 3 sound words.

3.  To be able to blend sounds together to figure out the given word.

• Please assess your child on the 26 single letter phonograms using the form in your child's folder or it can be found here. Show them the phonogram card and mark which phonograms they have not mastered (they must know all of the sounds not just one to show mastery).  You will only be doing Assessment 1 at this time.  Return the assessment on Wednesday.
• We will pick up with AAS step 5 the last week of October. For now, continue to review steps 1-4. Every daily lesson should include review of phonograms (yellow cards) and key cards (blue cards).

History 

Objectives: 

1. To be able to point to and say the northern states of the US on a map.

2. To be able to describe key events in the Bible and to learn from them.
3.  To see God's hand in every event.

Science

Objectives: 

1. To be able to name all 8 planets in order. (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune)

2. To be able to give characteristics of each planet

Geography

Objectives: 

1. To be able to point to and say the northern states of the US on a map.
2. To begin learning to draw the world map by drawing a compass rose, equator, and prime meridian.

•  Due 11/4. Students will be required to sing the names of the States only. However, we will be pointing at them on the US map at school and you are welcome to print the map and do so as well.

Memory Work

• Hymn of Joy will be assessed on 12/2.

K week 11	10/19/2020	10/20/2020	10/21/2020	10/22/2020	10/23/2020	Co-Teacher Notes
Read Aloud	McKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"	Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes	McKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"	Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes
Bible	Discuss: The Forgiving Prince	Read Aloud: God to the Rescue! from JSB.	Discuss: God to the Rescue!	Read Aloud: God Makes a Way.
Math	EM-A p110-111	EM-A p112-114 and math journal	EM-A p115-117	EM-A p118-120 and math journal	EM-A p.121-122
Spelling		Phonogram Assessment (see above)		1) Alphabetize letter tiles 2) Dictate 26 phonograms (Call out all of the sounds of each letter and the child writes the letter that makes those sounds).		To name and write from dictation first 26 phonograms
Writing	Lowercase t,a,d	HWT- pages 34-37	Lowercase review (c,o,s,v,w,t,a,d and intro g.	HWT- pages 38-39	HWT pages 40-41
Reading	OPG-L41	OPG-L41	OPG-L42	OPG-L42	Review L41/42	Double consonants/ck ending
History	Little Pilgrims
Geography	United States: Northern States - Due 11/4
Science			Lesson 10: The Gas Giants: Uranus and Neptune
Memory Work	Hymn of Joy Poem Due 12/2

Kinder Week 10 10/12-10/16

 Important Dates:

10/12-No School (Teacher In-Service)

10/26-Moms in Prayer @ 9:00

10/28-Historic Dress Up Day and Pizza/Spirit Day!

10/30-Fortis Trunk or Treat (more details on main Blog page)

We are moving right along in our learning, and we are really enjoying the time with your children! Thank you for working so diligently with your children at home. It shows! I hope you are enjoying the extra family time and play time this school model allows.

On Wed. Oct. 28th your kindergartener is allowed to dress in costume as a historical figure from our historical time-period (Creation to Modern time)  Fun! No toy weapons, though. Please make sure it allows for them to easily use the restroom :)

Math 

Objectives: 

1.  To be able to write the numerals 1-10.

2.  To recognize and name solid shapes
3. To be able to identify, describe, and extend simple patterns. (AB, AAB, ABB, AABB, ABC).
4. To be able to recognize and name some of the patterns God created in our world.

• This week we are working on patterning. Make sure that you provide many hands-on  experiences to recognize, extend, and create patterns using shapes, colors, toys, sounds (clap,clap, slap), etc.
• **Please continue reviewing numbers 1-10. Students should be able to name each number in isolation, quickly and accurately. 
• Please also review names and attributes of flat vs. solid shapes (sphere, cylinder, rectangular prism, cube, cone)

Reading

Objectives: 

1.  To produce all of the sounds of each of the first 26 phonograms.

2. To be able to blend together CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words using short a, e, i, o, and u.

3.  To be able to read sentences with current sight words and CVC words.

• We are taking this week to review reading short vowel words and sentences before proceeding with our new OPG lessons. Please review lessons 27-40 on Tuesday and on Thursday/Friday.
• Have your child read past OPG readers for practice along with the WORD FANS that were sent home. The goal is for our students to be able to blend CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words accurately in order to read the word. 
• IMPORTANT!!! Please expect your child to point to each word as they are reading sentences in their mini-books. This is called "tracking" and it is important when first learning to read.  They can point with their index finger or with a fun "pointer" (popsicle stick, long witch nail, etc) If they are struggling with wanting to guess the word, have them point to each letter in the word and say each sound (then blend it).

Writing 
Objectives: 
1. To be able to hold a pencil using proper pencil grip.
2 To  be able to form all upper case letters properly on handwriting lines. 
3. To be able to form all lower case letters properly on handwriting lines.
4. To be able to write name properly using only 1 capital letter.

• Remember to continue handwriting practice on lined handwriting paper as well as HWT book.  Here is a link to some handwriting paper if you don't already some on hand.
• We begin lower case instruction this week!

Spelling

Objectives: 

1. To be able to write the correct phonogram when given the phonogram sounds.

2  To be able to segment 2 and 3 sound words.

3. To be able to blend sounds together to figure out the given word.

• We will pick up with AAS step 5 the last week of October. For now, continue to review steps 1-4. Every daily lesson should include review of phonograms (yellow cards) and key cards (blue cards).

History 

Objectives: 

1. To be able to point to and say the northern states of the US on a map.

2. To be able to describe key events in the Bible and to learn from them.

Geography

Objectives: 

1. To be able to point to and say the northern states of the US on a map.
2. To begin learning to draw the world map by drawing a compass rose, equator, and prime meridian.

• We are beginning to experiment with "Blobbing" at school. Here is a short video you can watch if you would like to know more about the first step of blobbing that we will be attempting this week.
•  Due 11/4, the Northern border of the United States.  Students will be required to sing the names of the states only. However, we will be pointing at them on the US map at school and you are welcome to print the map and do so as well. Here is a link to the geography songs and maps.

Memory Work

• Hymn of Joy. You can find this poem in your child's blue folder or on the blog under "Curriculum/Poetry".  We will be reciting this poem in song form.  Here is a link to the song.  We will only be doing the first stanza (and not quite as fast).   This poem will be assessed on 12/2.

K week 10	10/12/2020	10/13/2020	10/14/2020	10/15/2020	10/16/2020	Co-Teacher Notes
Read Aloud	Teacher Training - No School	Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes	McKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"	Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes
Bible		Read Aloud: The Girl No One Wanted from JSB.	Discuss: The Girl no one wanted.	Read Aloud: The Forgiving Prince from JSB.
Math		EM-A p103-104	EM-A p105-106	EM-A p107	EM-A p108-109
Spelling		1) Go over yellow phonogram cards and blue key cards. 2)Have your child put the AAS letter tiles in alphabetical order. 3) Dictate 26 phonograms for your child to write	Phonemic awareness activities, alphabetizing, phonogram dictation	1) Go over yellow phonogram cards and blue key cards. 2)Have your child put the AAS letter tiles in alphabetical order. 3) Dictate 26 phonograms for your child to write
Writing		HWT- pages 28-29	Lowercase s,v,w.	HWT pages 30-33		*Lowercase instruction begins
Reading		OPG-L27-40 Review, short vowel CVC readers	OPG-L27-40 Review, short vowel CVC readers	OPG-L27-40 Review, short vowel CVC readers		Practice blending and reading CVC words and sentences
History			Little Pilgrims
Geography		United States: Northern States - Due 11/4
Science			Lesson 9: The Gas Giants: Jupiter and Saturn
Memory Work		Hymn of Joy Poem Due 12/2