Dear Third Grade Families,
This past week, our class continued learning about time. The students listened to stories about how human beings created tools to use to tell time and how we still use some of those tools today. Each student made their own clock and spent time learning what the different hands mean (hour and minute) as well as where the numbers go on a clock and how they mean different things depending on what hand is pointing at them. The students listened to a clock chime and learned about how towns once had one large clock in the town center and eventually, these clocks became bell clocks so all townspeople could hear them toll and know the time. The class also learned about how much time we spend doing certain activities, such as lunch and snack, and how long certain classes last. This has been an extremely entertaining hands-on block, and everyone has truly shown their enjoyment for the lessons.
The students continue to practice math skills in this block as we move through larger and longer equation sequences using addition and subtraction. Students also continue to work with multiplication equations through oral math problems. This week’s spelling words were dictated on Monday. Then they took their folders home to continue working on these words for their homework. Practicing these developing skills at home sets the students up for academic success. By prioritizing homework now, you are helping your child build habits that will last through their school years.
On Tuesday, we celebrated Halloween by sharing a bonfire as well as some treats with First and Second Grade. It was a chilly day, but everyone stayed warm by the fire and enjoyed popcorn made over the fire, as well as some roasted treats. On Thursday, several students brought in pictures of loved ones and pets that had passed on. They also listened to a story about remembering those who have died and we spent time in class enjoying Pan de Muerto and sharing stories and memories of those who are no longer with us.
The grades classes will be reciting the Haudenosaunee Address of Thanksgiving at the Thanksgiving Luncheon on Friday, November 17. This week, they worked on reciting and memorizing the first of four paragraphs. Please practice with them at home. A copy of the address was sent home this week, and it was also emailed to you all.
Announcements and Reminders:
Please join us for the Lantern Walk TONIGHT at 6:30 pm (the story will begin promptly at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary). At the end of the walk, your child will return the electric candle and take their lantern home to keep. If you are unable to attend the walk, lanterns will be sent home the next day your child attends school.
The autumn weather is here (finally). Layering clothing is essential for students to be comfortable throughout the day. We will spend every day outside, enjoying this weather, so please help your child dress accordingly!
Please label clothing!
Send two full water bottles daily.
Upcoming Events:
11/07: Kindergarten Lantern Walk: 6 pm
11/07: Grades 1 - 3 Lantern Walk: 6:30 pm
11/17: Thanksgiving Luncheon 11 am - Half Day
11/20 - 24: Thanksgiving Break (No School)
12/02: Open House: 10 am - 12 pm
With gratitude,
Paulyna
