Archive for April, 2008

Figurative Language Spices Up Writing!

Mrs. Buck's update for April 29th 2008

Our day began with Word Ladder sheets and vocabulary review.  After reviewing our homework, we worked in our literacy groups at Centers, Class Book, and with Mrs. Buck.  Do you know what a simile is? We do!  The two key words for similes are “like” and “as.”  If you see those when comparing two things, […]

We Are So Excited To Be Writing Newspaper Articles!

Mrs. Buck's update for April 28th 2008

Our Monday morning began with Word Ladder sheets to build vocabulary and phonemic awareness.  We also reviewed some words from our Wonderful Words of the Day list from earlier in the year.  After meeting with our literacy groups, we began brainstorming ideas for our newspaper articles.  One of our end-of-the-year writing projects is creating a […]

Our Earth Appreciation Picnic Lunch Was Great!

Mrs. Buck's update for April 25th 2008

Happy Friday!  Our morning began with a review of vocabulary and spelling activities.  After checking over our homework, we listened to Alejandro’s Gift and followed along.  This reinforces reading, listening, and phonics skills.  Next, we took our spelling test, followed by our reading comprehension test.  After recess, we went up to the Social Hall to […]

Every Member of a Food Web is Important!

Mrs. Buck's update for April 24th 2008

Our day began with a vocabulary review sheet and spelling activities.  After reviewing our homework, we played Sparkle.  Next, we headed to library.  After recess, we finished reading Alejandro’s Gift with partners.  We answered discussion questions about the story.  In grammar, we took our test on verbs.  In math, we began learning about angles.  Did […]