Over the last couple of days, we have been doing a lot of review of important classroom routines and talking about why we do what we do each day. For example, today we had an excellent classroom discussion about why it is important to read. Many of us realized that we need to read in order to understand text messages, we read for enjoyment, and we read to learn new things. We also talked about how we become better readers and we once again revisited this amazing diagram that shows that the best way to to become a better reader is to READ!
During reading, many of us had the chance to set some new reading goals. We reviewed our previous reading goals and discussed what some new goals would be. Some of our new goals include: using our knowledge of word sounds and applying them to new words, using a dictionary to learn the meaning of new words, and using punctuation to help us add expression to our reading. Over the next few days, each of us will get to read with me, confer about reading and set some new goals. Please chat with your child about what these goals are and don't hesitate to contact me if you want more information about how to help with these goals at home!
Coming Up
- Field trip forms and report card envelopes due Friday (you can keep the report card)
- Glenbow Museum Field Trip - Jan. 11
