1. Reading: Our phonics work is long vowel /a/, as in break/they/weigh, as well as inflections –er/-est. We will review making inferences for our comprehension strategy. The fluency focus is phrasing. Weekly story: “The Lizard and the Sun.” Math: We will wrap up our unit on measurement using customary lengths and begin our unit on the metric system. Social Studies: We will learn about Earth’s resources. Writing: We will be doing a prompt writing piece to work on conventions. April 27 – May 1, 2015 Our weekly ticket winner: Jada Our Week Week ly Event s 2 nd Grade Rocks! Please take a few minutes to practice basic math facts (0- 20). Our fluency needs work! I believe that every person is born with talent. ~Maya Angelou

2. Be sure to mark these important dates on your calendar! * April 29 * Midterms Sent Home * April 30 * Art Night @ Lincoln 6:00 – 7:30 IMPORTANT REMINDERS: Tuesday: Chapter 8 Math Test (measurement with customary units) Thank you to those who have donated so generously to our Fairdale fund. We will continue taking donations through Thursday of this week. As of today, our class has collected $52.10. Our kindness will truly help others in their time of need and I’m excited to make the delivery May 1 st ! Looking Ahead Happy Birthday Aiden 1 st