Kinder Week 14 11/9-11/13

Happy Monday! We hope your weekend was beautiful! Keep up the diligent work at home! Your children are learning and growing so much!

Upcoming events:
11/9 - Fortis Moms breakfast @ Taco Kitchen from 9-10
11/11 - Co-teacher training (9-10):  Parent training geared for familites that started Fortis AFTER the                     beginning of the school year.
11/11 - Spirit Day!
11/16 - Moms in Prayer at 9:00 @ Agape BBQ
11/18 - Spirit Day/Pizza Day
11/23-11/27 - Thanksgiving Break
12/02 - Spirit Day
12/4 & 12/5 - Logic and Rhetoric Drama Presentation (Times TBD)
12/6 - Fortis Moms Christmas Wrapping Party at Kristi Martin's home 2:00-5:00
12/9 - Last day of class for grammar students
12/14 - 1/08:  Christmas Break!

Math 
Objectives: 
1.  To recognize and match equal sets.
2.  To demonstrate understanding of 1-1 correspondence.
3.  To compare sets (using different strategies) to determine which set has more or less
4.  To create a set that has more/less than the given set
  • We will be moving into Essential Math book B next Monday, November 16th. Please make sure that you send book B to school on Monday with your child. We will be doing page 1 in class that day!
Reading
Objectives: 
1.  To be able to read and accurately blend words that end with a two consonant blend.
2.  To read and accurately blend words that end with consonant blend "nk".
3.  To learn the meaning of the words "singular" and "plural"
4.  To understand that words can be made plural by adding "s" to the ending.
5.  To begin reading and accurately blending words with beginning blends.
  • Please introduce sight word "of "
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.
  • Continue to work on first  name with proper capitalization as well as writing upper and lowercase alphabet correctly on lined paper.  If your student has mastered their first name you can introduce how to write their last name properly.  Starting in January we will all be writing first and last name as much as possible.
Spelling
Objectives: 
1.  To be able to choose the correct short vowel sound when heard in a word.
2. To be able to write short vowel a  (CVC) words from dictation.
  • THURSDAY- Introduce "Step" and do lesson up to and including "Spell with Tiles."
    TUESDAY: Finish the lesson including "Spell on Paper"- Dictate (read) the 10 words for your child to write in Spelling Journal. Practice "More Words" at home on dry erase board or journal. 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)
  • Here are some fun short a games your child may enjoy playing on the computer: (copy and paste link)
  • http://www.starfall.com/n/make-a-word/at/load.htm?f
  • http://www.starfall.com/n/make-a-word/an/load.htm?f
  • http://www.starfall.com/n/short-a/sa/load.htm?f
  • http://more2.starfall.com/m/word-machines/short-a/load.htm?d=demo&n=main&y=1&&
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 eastern 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 1/13. 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
    Objectives: 
    1. To memorize "true, good, and beautiful" pieces and recite to the class.
    • 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 1411/9/202011/10/202011/11/202011/12/202011/13/2020Co-Teacher Notes
    Read AloudMcKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutesMcKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes
    BibleDiscuss: The Young hero and the horrible giantRead Aloud: The Good Shepherd from JSB.Discuss: The Good Shepherd.Read Aloud: The little servant girl and the proud general from JSB.
    MathEM-A p147-148EM-A p149-151 and math journal.EM-A p152-153EM-A p154-156 and math journalEM-A p157-158
    SpellingAAS-Step 6AAS-Step 6 p42-43 "Spell on Paper" in spelling journal and return tomorrow. Review "More Words"AAS-Step 6AAS-Step 7 p45-46 through "Spell with Tiles"
    WritingLowercase r,n,mHWT 54-57Lowercase h, b, and f.HWT 58-61
    ReadingOPG-L48OPG-L48OPG-L49OPG-L49Review L48/49"nk"/adding "s"
    HistoryLittle Pilgrims
    GeographyUnited States: Eastern States - Due 01/13
    Science
    Lesson 13: Space Exploration
    Memory WorkHymn of Joy Poem Due 12/2

    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.
    Image result for Pumpkin prayer


    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 1311/2/202011/3/202011/4/202011/5/202011/6/2020Co-Teacher Notes
      Read AloudMcKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutesMcKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes
      BibleDiscuss: The warrior leaderRead Aloud: The teeny, weenie...true king from JSB.Discuss: The teeny, weenie...true king.Read Aloud: The young hero and the horrible giant.
      MathEM-A p137EM-A p138-140 and math journalEM-A p141-142EM-A p143-144 and math journalEM-A p145-146
      SpellingAAS-Step 5AAS-Step 5 p36-37 key card 4AAS-Step 5AAS-Step 6 p39-42 through "Spell with Tiles"Short vowels
      WritingLowercase k and y.HWT 48-50Lowercase j and p.HWT 51-53
      ReadingOPG-L45OPG-L45OPG-L46OPG-L46OPG-L47ending blends
      HistoryLittle PilgrimsFocus:
      GeographyUnited States: Northern States - Due 11/4
      Science
      Lesson 12: Galileo
      Memory WorkHymn 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

       Image result for thankful bible verses with pictures
      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 1210/26/202010/27/202010/28/202010/29/202010/30/2020Co-Teacher Notes
      Read AloudMcKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutesMcKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes
      BibleDiscuss: God Makes a WayRead Aloud: Ten Ways to Be Perfect from JSB.Discuss: Ten ways to be perfect.Read Aloud: The Warrior Leader from JSB.
      MathEM-A p123-124EM-A p125-126 and math journalEM-A p133-135EM-A p127-130 and math journalsEM-A p131-132, 136
      SpellingPhonemic Awareness ActivitiesDictate 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 ActivitiesAAS-Step 5 p33-35 key card 3SPELLING picks back up this THURSDAY at home!
      WritingLowercase u and iHWT 42-44Lowercase e and l.HWT 45-47
      ReadingOPG-L43OPG-L43OPG-L44OPG-L44Review L 43/44ending blends
      HistoryLittle Pilgrims
      GeographyUnited States: Northern States - Due 11/4
      ScienceLesson 11: The History of Astronomy
      Memory WorkHymn 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 1110/19/202010/20/202010/21/202010/22/202010/23/2020Co-Teacher Notes
      Read AloudMcKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutesMcKethan - "The Littles" Talley - "My Father's Dragon"Read aloud or audio book for at least 20 minutes
      BibleDiscuss: The Forgiving PrinceRead Aloud: God to the Rescue! from JSB.Discuss: God to the Rescue!Read Aloud: God Makes a Way.
      MathEM-A p110-111EM-A p112-114 and math journalEM-A p115-117EM-A p118-120 and math journalEM-A p.121-122
      SpellingPhonogram 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
      WritingLowercase t,a,dHWT- pages 34-37Lowercase review (c,o,s,v,w,t,a,d and intro g.HWT- pages 38-39HWT pages 40-41
      ReadingOPG-L41OPG-L41OPG-L42OPG-L42Review L41/42Double consonants/ck ending
      HistoryLittle Pilgrims
      Geography
                             United States: Northern States - Due 11/4
      ScienceLesson 10: The Gas Giants: Uranus and Neptune
      Memory WorkHymn of Joy Poem Due 12/2
      Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)