Beach Buddies' Bulletin
January 2-4, 2019
Greetings from Kindergarten!
We had a great short little week easing into 2019! We loved sharing and writing about our winter breaks. You folks were busy!
Writers' Workshop
In writers' workshop we learned about the importance of rereading our sentences as we read. This helps us check for understanding and fix errors. We selected a special "star story" that we will fix and fancy next week.
Readers' Workshop
In readers' workshop we used mental images to learn more about a text. When we "make a movie" in our mind about a book, we gain a better understanding about it.
Math Workshop
In math workshop we explored the subtraction sign, played a PLUS and MINUS game, and counted pennies and dimes.
Word Workshop
This week we started a new word workshop CHART where we explore different manipulatives to make words.
New fine motor/STEM morning tubs for a new year!
Painting for our new hallway display.
Using our "recording studio" to share our thinking on Seesaw.
"Junk" for snow creatures
This week we read Snowballs by Lois Elhert and made plans for our group snow creatures. We will paint and decorate next week. If you have any more junk/craft supplies you don't want, send them into school! A HUGE thanks to those of you who already shared some items.
Extra Homework Sheets
At conferences, some of you asked for extra "homework" sheets to do at home. Let me know if anyone needs more and I can gather another packet. (or start you with one!) Reading is the most important homework, but if you would like more practice opportunities, just ask!
Care Center
On Thursday, January 17 we will be heading across the street to the Care Center to read with the residents. We will leave AES about 9:00 and return around 10:00. We would love more helping hands if you are able!
Book Orders
Our next book orders are due Friday, January 18. Here is a link to order online. Our class code is H8RZ4. I added a few more "recommended titles" if you are looking for some beginning readers that focus on sight words.
Technology Tidbits
Beach Buddies' Blog
Visit our blog to see pictures and videos from our busy December.
Apps
Nice creative storytelling app.
Upcoming Dates
Friday, January 11 - No School
Thursday, January 17 - Care Center visit
Monday, January 28 - Family Reading Night 4:30-7:00
Wishing you peace and everything good,
Katie
Kindergarten Beach Buddies
Email: kzuehlke@isd876.org
Website: kindergartenbeachbuddies.blogspot.com
Phone: 320-274-8218
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zuehlke.beachbuddies?fref=ts
Twitter: @kzbeachbuddies