For the Week of November 26-30, 2012

Snack Helper for This Week: Vince

Snack Helper for Next Week: Remi

 

Spelling/Grammar/Literature: In spelling, we will be focusing on instant letter recognition, unblending sounds in words, and changing sounds to make new words. Our spelling pattern for this week will be using the letter d to spell the /d/ sound. We will discuss the position of the letter in the word (is it in the initial position, final position, or both?). As we practice the spelling of our words for the week, we will also be discussing and learning proper handwriting. We will learn about“closed syllables,” a syllable that ends in at least one consonant. The vowel in a closed syllable is short.

In literature, we will be discussing narrative writing, informative writing, and informative-narrative writing, and comparing these types of literature. We will be focusing on the narrative element of emotional appeal (the way in which authors use words, phrases, or sentences that make us feel happy, sad, or sorry for others). We will discuss how precise language contributes to emotional appeal.

 

Unit Study: This week we will begin a unit on South America. We will learn that the country of Brazil is the largest country in South America, while Chile is the longest. We will discuss the equator, and learn that it is an imaginary line around the middle of the world, like a belt. We will learn that the weather near the equator is always the same, wet and warm. We will discuss the Amazon River, the Amazon Rainforest, the Andes mountain Range, the Atacama desert, and the world’s highest waterfall, Angel Falls. We will also learn about different animals who call the Amazon River/Rainforest home, including the Amazon River Dolphin, the Red-Eyed Tree Frog, and the Scarlet McCaw. We will also spend time discussing the people and various folktales.

 

Math: In math, we will continue Chapter 8: Numbers to 100. In this chapter, we will recognize pairs and count by 2s and 5s up to 20, learn to use tally marks, count to 100, count by 10s, and sequence numbers 1 to 100. We will be using manipulatives and hands on activities to learn about grouping and counting numbers.

 

Nature Study: This week, we will be introducing Insects. We will learn six characteristics that classify an animal as an insect (1-invertebrate, 2-exoskeleton, 3-three body parts [head, thorax, abdomen], 4-six legs, 5-Antennae, 6-Some have two wings). We will learn a song to help us remember the parts of an insect’s body.

 

Bible: This week, we will be reading the stories of “The Tenth Plague” and “The Crossing of The Red Sea.” Please feel free to read and discuss these stories at home with your child.

 

Show and Tell: This week our Show & Tell will focus on South America. More information will be sent home soon.

Lesson plans

For the week of 11/12/12 through 11/16/12

**On Thursday, November 15, we will be performing our Thanksgiving Recitation at the Thanksgiving Chapel Service (8:30 am in the Sanctuary). Concert Dress is required.

**On Friday, November 16, we will have our Service Project in the morning, followed by our Thanksgiving Recitation and Feast, at 12:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. All parents are invited to join us for this special time to celebrate and give thanks. Concert Dress is Required.

Snack Helper for This Week: Maddox

Snack Helper for the Week after Thanksgiving: Vince

 

Spelling/Grammar/Literature: In spelling, we will be focusing on instant letter recognition, unblending sounds in words, and changing sounds to make new words. Our spelling pattern for this week will be using the letter a to spell the short /a/ sound and the letter s to spell the /z/ sound. We will discuss the position of the letters in the word (is it in the initial, medial, or final position?). As we practice the spelling of our words for the week, we will also be discussing and learning proper handwriting. We will learn about “closed syllables,” a syllable that ends in at least one consonant. The vowel in a closed syllable is short.

In literature, we will be discussing narrative writing, informative writing, and informative-narrative writing. We will be focusing on the narrative element of emotional appeal (the way in which authors use words, phrases, or sentences that make us feel happy, sad, or sorry for others). We will discuss how precise language contributes to emotional appeal.

 

Unit Study: This week we will continue our unit on Thanksgiving. We will be learning about the Pilgrims’ life in the New World. We will be learning about the relationship between the Indians and the Pilgrims. We will be reading about the hardships the Pilgrims faced, how they learned from and became acquainted with the Indians, and the first harvest feast. We will be reflecting on and talking about the things for which we are thankful.

 

Math: In math, we will continue Chapter 8: Numbers to 100. In this chapter, we will recognize pairs and count by 2s and 5s up to 20, learn to use tally marks, count to 100, count by 10s, and sequence numbers 1 to 100. We will be using manipulatives and hands on activities to learn about grouping and counting numbers.

 

Nature Study: This week, we will be reviewing the kingdoms and classes we have been introduced to this year. We will review the characteristics of living things, and the characteristics of fish, birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. We will be completing a project on the life cycle of a frog.

 

Bible: This week, we will be reading the stories of “Moses Warns Pharaoh” and “The Plagues of Egypt.” Please feel free to read and discuss these stories at home with your child.

 

Show and Tell: This week for Show & Tell, each child should bring a picture, drawing, or item that they are thankful for.