In reading, students identified the key details that they learned from the pictures versus the text in nonfiction books. Students practiced this skill after reading A Rock is Lively and How Money is Made. We also invited our book buddies to the class to show them what we learned about nonfiction texts.

In phonics and grammar, students learned about the Bossy "R" and descriptive adjectives. Students practiced listening for words with the Bossy "R" sound while playing Bingo, and the also played Adjective Musical Chairs. All week long, students focused on adding descriptive adjectives to their writing. 

In math, students learned about measurement. Students used strips of paper and yarn to compare objects, and they also studied paths on a map to determine which path was the most efficient. 

This week marked the beginning of our economics unit! Students learned about the difference between needs and wants, and also how people have to make choices with their careers and money based on what they want. Students also played Wants and Needs Pictionary. 

Mrs. Diehl visited our class on Friday to help students write their blogs. I am really impressed with how quickly the students have learned to log on and edit their blogs!

There are lots of extra pictures this week, so make sure to check out the Photo Gallery to see all the things the kids have done!