Friday is almost here!

I was so impressed yesterday with your kindergarteners!
They completed the first part of their retelling assessment.  Every child retold the beginning of the story with ease!!!!  WOW!!!!!  This shows me that they are actively listening and connecting to what they read.  
Please continue to make writing part of your daily routine.  If your child draws a picture ask them to label it.  This may look like- They draw a picture of themselves riding a bike.  They may label themselves with their name and a b for bike.  Some may even write bk for bike.  Some may write I am riding my bike.  The level of writing depends on the child.  At this point we are looking for everyone to be attempting to write beginning sounds independently.  Phonetic spelling is key to writing development.   Let's encourage trying verses telling.

We love to practice our letter sounds in a variety of ways.  Here is one way- (Warning! It sticks in your head!!!- I find myself singing it while driving!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36IBDpTRVNE


Friday: HOMEWORK DAY- Please return your completed homework packet.  


I will be out of the building for training on Thursday.  If you need something please call the office.  Mrs. Widman can help you! :)