1. **Remember to wear tennis shoes on P.E. days**
Mrs. Hawkins’ First Grade News April 23, 2018
A Peek At The Week
-In reading we are continuing to direct instruction at students’ reading levels.
-In Math we are learning strategies to add double digit numbers. They are learning how to count on by tens, draw tens and ones, break up digits the ten way.
-During writing time this week we will learn about Opinion Writing. The students will have the opportunity to write about their favorite foods and their least favorite foods. They will learn to give reasons to support their opinion as well as ending with a closing sentence.
-Our Core Knowledge time will switch back to Social Studies with the study of Mexico. This week we will learn about Mexico’s geography and the Flag of Mexico and how it relates to the Aztec Legend.
Homework Ideas
-Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays - reading homework
-Tuesdays and Thursdays - math homework
Looking Ahead
-April 23rd Giving Tree presentation for First Grade
-April 2nd-25th: Pennies for Patients
-April 27th No School
-April 30th No School
-May 16th First Grade Field Trip to Denver Zoo
Extra News
We will be celebrating June and July birthdays in May. If your child has a birthday in those months you are more than welcome to send in birthday treats on your May snack day. Thank you
We are in need of some number 2 pencils. If you are willing to donate a box or two it would be greatly appreciated!
Specials this Week
Monday – Computers
Tuesday- Art
Wednesday- Music
Thursday- P.E.
Friday- No School
**Remember to wear tennis shoes on P.E. days**
Reminders
As we all know in Colorado, Spring weather can be unpredictable and change throughout the day.
Please continue to provide your child with a light sweatshirt or jacket each day.