Today in computers the class was introduced to Raz-kids. It is an interactive reading tool for our students to practice reading fluency and comprehension. The students can listen to a story, read a story and then take a comprehension quiz. Each child earns points or stars to use for their RAZ Rocket which allows them to buy things for their rocket. Enjoy reading!
The site is http://raz-kids.com/login
The login is mbortzfield0
Then each student clicks on their own name to begin reading.
Monday, September 23, 2013
Sunday, September 22, 2013
Library Books Due Tuesday, September 24th
The class took home library books on Tuesday of last week. They were all very excited to check out books for the first time! They are due back this Tuesday the 24th. I will collect the library books from them that morning. If they want bring books back sooner I can hold on to them in the classroom until our Library day.
The class took home library books on Tuesday of last week. They were all very excited to check out books for the first time! They are due back this Tuesday the 24th. I will collect the library books from them that morning. If they want bring books back sooner I can hold on to them in the classroom until our Library day.
WYNN Groups start tomorrow! You should have received the following email about it, but just in case you didn't, I am posting it here:
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Monday, September 16, 2013
Hello Parents/Guardians of Room 32
Here is a sneak peak of what we will be doing this week:
September 16th-20th
Phonics:
We are continuing to work on rhyming and learning new poems each week. After we learn new poems we add them to the students binders where they can practice reading them.
This week we are exploring letters. We have been using magnetic letters to sort letters based on shape and have also been putting letters together to make words. We have been exploring the different letters in each other's names and trying to distinguish the different sounds each letter makes. I will be sending home a letter with different activities you can do with your child at home using magnetic letters.
We are also learning how to write the letter R this week using the verbal pathways I handed out in the back to school packets.
Writing:
We have been writing stories about things we know. I am encouraging them to try the beginning sounds of words. For those more comfortable with the writing process I am trying to teach them how to stretch their words to try to hear more sounds when writing. Later this week we will talk about writing about topics that are difficult for us to draw. Many children are shying away from topics because they don't know how to draw it perfectly so later this week we will have a writing lesson that addresses this.
Math:
As you could see from the homework math has been mainly about grouping and sorting objects. This week we begin to show how numbers can be represented in multiple ways. We have also begun practicing writing our numbers 0-5, using the verbal pathways that were in the back to school packets.
Homework:
I sent home a packet of homework tonight. As I explained at Back - to - School night, it isn't due until Friday.
Socially the class is doing very well. They are adjusting well to a full day program and all the new routines. As a whole they are really learning how to work as a team, share materials and take turns talking and listening. I am really trying to foster a classroom environment in which all students feel safe and respected.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to email me at mbortzfield@monroeps.org
Here is a sneak peak of what we will be doing this week:
September 16th-20th
Phonics:
We are continuing to work on rhyming and learning new poems each week. After we learn new poems we add them to the students binders where they can practice reading them.
This week we are exploring letters. We have been using magnetic letters to sort letters based on shape and have also been putting letters together to make words. We have been exploring the different letters in each other's names and trying to distinguish the different sounds each letter makes. I will be sending home a letter with different activities you can do with your child at home using magnetic letters.
We are also learning how to write the letter R this week using the verbal pathways I handed out in the back to school packets.
Writing:
We have been writing stories about things we know. I am encouraging them to try the beginning sounds of words. For those more comfortable with the writing process I am trying to teach them how to stretch their words to try to hear more sounds when writing. Later this week we will talk about writing about topics that are difficult for us to draw. Many children are shying away from topics because they don't know how to draw it perfectly so later this week we will have a writing lesson that addresses this.
Math:
As you could see from the homework math has been mainly about grouping and sorting objects. This week we begin to show how numbers can be represented in multiple ways. We have also begun practicing writing our numbers 0-5, using the verbal pathways that were in the back to school packets.
Homework:
I sent home a packet of homework tonight. As I explained at Back - to - School night, it isn't due until Friday.
Socially the class is doing very well. They are adjusting well to a full day program and all the new routines. As a whole they are really learning how to work as a team, share materials and take turns talking and listening. I am really trying to foster a classroom environment in which all students feel safe and respected.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to email me at mbortzfield@monroeps.org
Monday, September 9, 2013
Below is the link to sign up to volunteer in the computer lab
1. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/ZUYysX
2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on VolunteerSpot)
3. Sign up! Choose your spots - VolunteerSpot will send you an automated confirmation and reminders. Easy!
e're using VolunteerSpot (the leading online signup and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming activity.
Please sign up for Computer Lab - here's how it works in 3 easy steps:2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on VolunteerSpot)
3. Sign up! Choose your spots - VolunteerSpot will send you an automated confirmation and reminders. Easy!
Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.
Sunday, September 8, 2013
I would like to welcome you to Fawn Hollow School and Kindergarten. I am excited about the new year and look forward to getting to know you and your children.
Birthdays:
We do not allow food items for birthdays, however, parents are welcome to come in and read a special book on that day. If you can not come in and read, I can read the book in your place. You could also donate a book or send in some sort of school supply to be passed out.
Scholastic Book Club
Your child will be bringing home an order form for a book club most months. If you wish to order simply fill out the order from and send in a check made out to "Scholastic" in an envelope with your child's name on it and the words "Book Order", or oder books online for your convenience. These orders provide a convenient way for parents to buy quality books at a low cost. An added benefit is that with every dollar spent I earn bonus points to purchase books for our classroom library. You are under no obligation to order.
Birthdays:
We do not allow food items for birthdays, however, parents are welcome to come in and read a special book on that day. If you can not come in and read, I can read the book in your place. You could also donate a book or send in some sort of school supply to be passed out.
Scholastic Book Club
Your child will be bringing home an order form for a book club most months. If you wish to order simply fill out the order from and send in a check made out to "Scholastic" in an envelope with your child's name on it and the words "Book Order", or oder books online for your convenience. These orders provide a convenient way for parents to buy quality books at a low cost. An added benefit is that with every dollar spent I earn bonus points to purchase books for our classroom library. You are under no obligation to order.
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