What A Week!

Whew! Yet another week has passed here in first grade and we are chuggin' along into March!

Before moving into March this week, I wanted to focus a little more on black history (specifically MLK Jr.) because February is Black History Month. I know most of the students know the story behind Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s dream, but I really wanted them to be able to connect with it so we worked on writing our own dreams in writing. The students learned more about Dr. King through books we read and then thought about what their dreams are. I was very humbled as I read through the students' dreams as so many of them simply dreamed that the world could be a better place by everyone treating others with kindness and respect. WOW - Out of the mouths of babes! I think we can all stand to learn from our children. Their simple points of view can remind us of the people/friends to one another we should continue to strive to be. :o)

Abbie's Dream

Danielle's Dream



Gavin's Dream



Ritu's Dream



A few days this week, we have had inside recess due to the inclimate weather. The kids LOVE inside recess! I thought since this was one of their favorite things about first grade I would post for you to see them "in action" during inside recess. We have sooo much going on that is almost chaotic for 20 minutes, but they work so hard all day they need the free time!

We finished our concepts unit on Health/Nutrition this week. Our cafeteria manager was so generous to let us come down for a tour of the cafeteria! The kids were so excited to get a "behind the scenes" look at how the food is prepared for us.

Next week, we will begin our concepts unit on Earth Materials. This is the unit that I am planning for my student teaching project. It is going to be hands-on and super fun! :o)

We had another "Book and Cook" this week (which is unusual). A HUGE thank you to Lillie's parents for sending in the ingredients. We had been studying Eric Carle's Little Cloud, so our "Book and Cook" was a cloud treat - blue jello, whipped cream, and sprinkles. Very tasty!!

Finally, at the end of the week we were able to celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday!!! The kids had a blast! I brought in "Seuss Juice" (Sprite & Hawaiian punch) for an activity and Makayla's mom sent in edible Seuss hats and "Thing 1" and "Thing 2" cupcakes. We were even able to send our administrators some treats that we had left! :o) Enjoy the pictures of our Dr. Seuss celebration below!



-Until next time...Mrs. Miskelly