Kinder Week 26 (T/TH)

                           

Important Dates:
3/4 - End of 3rd quarter
3/9 - Spirit Day
3/14-3/18 - SPRING BREAK!
3/21 - Moms in Prayer 9-10
3/27 - Falcon Moms Event-Painting with Art Adventures 4-7 @ Main Street Social
3/30 - Spirit Day/DOGS/Pizza Day

This is the last week before Spring break! This year is just flying by. Your kiddos have worked so hard and are making amazing progress. We are so thankful for this partnership with you and continue to pray for peaceful, productive homeschool days for all of you.

This is also the first week of the last quarter!  In preparation for 1st grade, begin to allow your student some independence while doing their school work.  Instead of sitting right beside your child and walking them through each problem in the math workbook, do the teaching portion from the bottom of the page and some example problems together.  Then give your child the directions for the workbook page (just one page at a time) and walk away while they work.  Our goal is for them to be able to listen to the directions, understand and ask questions if needed, then do the assigned page without needing much more explanation. When they are finished, please have them correct their work with a crayon or colored pencil.  We want them to know that making mistakes is OK, it is part of the learning process!  


*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/subtraction
4.   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.
  • Have your student correct mistakes using a crayon or colored pencil.
  • 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 changes with the change in temperature.
    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 3/31
      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)

      K week 263/7/20223/8/20223/9/20223/10/20223/11/2022Co-Teacher Notes
      DiscipleshipPatience: Taking the time necessary to work through a difficult situation.1Corinthians 13:4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
      Read AloudRead aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutesRead aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutesRead aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes
      BibleCharacter Development: Taking initiativeHave your student retell the Bible story from the Bible Bag that they brought home.Character Development: PerseveranceHave your student retell the Bible story from the Bible Bag that they brought home.
      MathEM-B p83-84EM-B p85EM-B p86 and math journal Day 3: Write 1-20 on handwriting paper or in math journalEM-B p87EM-B p88-89 and math journal Day 4: write 1-20 on handwriting paper or in math journal
      SpellingAAS-Step 17AAS-Step 17 p82 "Spell on Paper" and "Dictate Phrases" 1-3 in spelling journal to return tomorrow.AAS-Step 17AAS-Step 18 p83-85 through "Spell with Tiles" Key Card 9 and new Ph cards ck, ng, nk
      WritingCB pgs 42-43Oral Narration and CopyworkCB pgs 44-45Oral Narration and CopyworkCB pgs 46-47
      ReadingReview L65/66OPG-L67OPG-L67 and 15 minutes from a leveled reader.OPG-L68OPG-L68 and 15 minutes from a leveled reader.
      HistoryLittle Pilgrims
      GeographyUnited States: Southern States - Due 3/31
      ScienceLesson 10: Temperature Affects Air
      Memory WorkAbove the Bright Blue Sky Due 5/5