Our focus this week was on creating patterns which is a beginning math skill. We read a book titled "Patterns" and looked for patterns on our clothing and around the room. The toys out over the week could be used to create patterns. These included for instance a shape sorter, unifix cubes for counting, creation cubes for building, pattern blocks with matching cards and plastic chains for measuring. Projects involved completing patterns created by the teachers with shapes, numbers, letters and pictures. You may have seen one of these projects that came home. The subject for the journal page this week was on finishing patterns. The class as a whole did very well. These kinds of activities are featured on our blog.
To create a holiday bulletin board for both Hanukkah and Christmas the Whole Notes connected paper chains which could be done in patterns. These chains will be magically turned into a menorah and Christmas tree. The board right now is a work in progress. Making the chains is shown here also.
Another project involved the "over and under" of weaving which is difficult for this age group but lots of fun. With teacher help, some beautiful patterns were made. This smattering of information is all we will tell you as a holiday surprise is in the works.
Our friend Lucas did a wonderful job with the letter box for "J". He is showing us a picture of our class member JJ which his family borrowed from one of our blogs. What a great idea!
There are a few pictures of our group on the playground. The children love the new structure and sandbox. Finally there is a class photo of all of us under the big tree near the front entrance to our school. This is the meeting place for the entire school after we evacuate the building during a fire drill. Actually this time our class was on the playground when the "fire bell" rang but did well in following our directions to this tree. Takuma actually told us that the fire drill was so much fun!
Next week we will focus on the upcoming holidays. Please watch for another email which will be forwarded to you from the mandarin teacher.
Rolene and Jackie
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