We had a wonderful week as we wrapped up our Spider and Halloween themes.  

The K-Kids ventured up to the Upper School science lab where they took part in some spooky science experiments. What a treat!

The children loved to get their hands messy as they made slime.

The exploding pumpkin- The children could see the chemical reaction of baking soda and vinegar.

Carnival

Our very own Batman, red ninja, mermaid, pirate and Wonder Woman participated in Carnival games and a bouncy house.  This was a highlight of the week for many of the children.  

Language Arts

Poetry Journals- Bats, Bats, Bats!

The children worked in groups and found the popcorn words all by themselves!

In guided reading groups I began assessing for conferences, and I am excited to talk to you this week about your child’s progress and goals for this year! New books will be sent home on Monday.

Writer’s Workshop- This week I introduced the story hand.  Good authors include characters, setting and details into their stories.  Together we brainstormed a topic and the kiddos came up with a detail for their story.  The children’s topics included a trip to Florida, a birthday party, transforming into a ninja, and a visit to Grandma’s house. I enjoy seeing the kiddos getting wrapped up in their stories and taking pride in their best kindergarten work!

Math

We also finished up our math work stations this week; where many of the K-Kids are working to order/compare two-digit numbers, complete addition/subtraction skills, and practicing writing numbers.

  Reminders

CONFERENCES will begin Wedneseday, November 1.  If you have not signed up already, please open the Signup Genius link sent by Melinda Orzoff.  You will see the time slots that are still available and can pick a time that works for you.

Next week we will begin our Healthy Bodies Unit!