We finished our subtraction unit. The students should now be able to solve subtraction word problems by using counters, drawings, or equations. Now comes the even trickier part, choosing from subtraction and addition to solve the problems.
In Readers Workshop, we are continuing to practice talking about our reading with our partners. We are learning how to use patterns to predict what comes next, but to pay attention to the words to make sure they match what we are thinking. We also looked at alphabet books to practice our Sound Power.
We have practiced forming all the uppercase letters. We are working hard to remember to start at the top. We are continuing to practice tapping and blending words like map, tot, fig, run, and leg. Most of us are doing a great job at the tapping for each sound. Blending is still tricky and we will keep practicing!
February begins next week! Time flies. We will be celebrating Groundhog Day, the 100th Day, President's Day, and Valentines Day. We will be busy having fun!
Here are some books that we read:
