Beach Buddies' Bulletin
March 26-March 29, 2018
Hello, K families! What a fast week. We were definitely on the go. I bet your kids slept well at night!
Writers' Workshop
This week we continued to write book reviews. We added details to support our opinions and focused on adding info about the characters into our reviews.
Readers' Workshop
In readers' workshop we have remembered that strong readers make predictions while reading. A favorite story was Who's in the Shed?
Math Workshop
In math we counted by 2's, thought about the number that "comes before" or the "number that comes after", played games with 100's charts, and began exploring fact families.
Author Skype
Monday we started the week with a Skype session with author, Christianne Jones. She answered all our questions about writing and editing books.
Oak Hill Visit
Thursday was a very special day meeting our new friends at Oak Hill. We explored together with engineering stations. The coding robots were a favorite! We are looking forward to our April visit when we get to meet Nancy Carlson, MN author and illustrator.
Inventions Party
On Friday, April 20, we will have our Inventions Party! I know, I know..... I have been asking for recycling and JUNK much of the year, but THIS upcoming collection is the BIGGEST and BEST of them ALL. I need your help! In honor of Earth Day, we will each be making an invention from recycling. It is always one of my favorite days of the year. The kindergartners amaze me every year with their creativity. I know this year will be no different! Due to space, we won't begin collecting items at school until Wednesday, April 18th, however, you could certainly begin a pile at home for us. I will send more reminders in the weeks to come. We sure appreciate your help!
Important Spring Dates - Mark your Calendar!
Spring is a busy time in Kindergarten! We do have a lot of events...but I promise they will be FANTASTIC and worth your time. I highlighted a few VERY special events below and you will find a few more in the traditional "upcoming dates" section below in the newsletter.
Como Zoo - Friday, May 11
Look for information about the zoo coming home soon! Remember, all kindergartners bring an adult.
Kindergarten Concert - Wednesday, May 16 - 6:00
6:00 concert at the high school auditorium.
End of the Year Class Gathering - Tuesday, May 22 - 6:00
We are planning our final Beach Buddies family gathering for Tuesday, May 22. Please mark your calendar for your family to join us in our classroom at 6:00 to view our 2017-18 K movies, receive class awards, and more! You won't want to miss this last special time together as a class family.
Technology Tidbits
End of the Year Movies
I am working to create a few end of the year movies for families (that we will view on Tuesday, May 22). I will be giving each family a copy of the movies. How would you like yours given to you -on a DVD or a flash drive? Please click on the link below and share your answer. Thank you!
Beach Buddies' Blog
iPad Apps
Beginning math fact practice- very engaging for young kids!
More free Starfall apps--
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday, April 4th - Unity Day...wear ORANGE!
Thursday, April 5th -PTO BINGO 5:30-7:30
Friday, April 20 - Inventions Party
Friday, April 27 - Arts and Academics (school-wide parent breakfast and school visit from 7:30-8:30 AM)
Friday, May 11- Como Zoo trip
Wednesday, May 16 - Kindergarten Concert (high school auditorium)
Monday, May 21 - Fun and Fitness 12:00-12:45 High School Track
Tuesday, May 22 - Final Beach Buddies family gathering 6:00.
Happy Easter!
Wishing you peace and everything good,
Katie
Kindergarten Beach Buddies
Email: kzuehlke@isd876.org
Website: kindergartenbeachbuddies.blogspot.com
Phone: 320-274-8218
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Twitter: @kzbeachbuddies