Friday, August 31, 2018

We Finished the First Week!

Our class finished their first week in Kindergarten in style.  This is a great group that learns quickly and we are so thankful for each one of them. 

We have spent some focused time making good rules for our class and talking about why rules are important to keep everyone safe and learning.  Students realize this is their class and they want it to be a fun, fair and calm place to be.  We often take the class for a short tour of a part of the school so students can understand what each place is made for and how to navigate the building and grounds.

In reading and writing we start by helping students understand these skills take lots of practice and they are key to reaching goals.  We have been doing some careful tracing practice, using scissors and today began good letter writing.  Next week we'll be adding phonic practice.  Initially we do many activities to understand where each student is with their knowledge and fine motor skill, then we are ready to set a good course that will be just the right level for everyone.

Our first chapter in math is about comparing and sorting.  These are easy concepts and a good place to review listening skills. 

We are looking forward to the adventure that awaits for next week.  Thank you for your support and sending your children to school prepared!

Blessings,

Mrs. Luoma

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