Winter Break is just around the corner, and we have been having a great time decorating the classroom! We have also been learning about different holidays that are celebrated this time of year. On Friday, we had a very special assembly. Dave, from The Wilderness Classroom, came in to discuss his recent adventure. For the past two and a half years, he has been traveling around North America by dogsled, canoe, and kayak! The students were able to see some amazing pictures, and safety gear that he uses. If you would like to learn more about The Wilderness Classroom. You can go to their website: www.wildernessclassroom.com
Below is a picture of some of the students selected to try on some of Dave's adventure gear!

Pringle Cans
I am hoping to make a multiplication tool for the students to use. In order to make them, I will need empty Pringle cans. If you have any that you do not plan to use, please send them to school with your child. Thank you!

The Week Ahead
English: Will will continue our unit on Verbs.
Math: We will learn to square numbers, identify perfect squares, find area of a square, simplify expressions with exponents of 2, show three- and four-digit numbers using base ten blocks, write three- and four-digit numbers for a model or picture, set a dial, determine elapsed time, and identify missing addends in addition stories.
Reading: We will be reading a compilation of fables called, Saying We Share. We will also learn the elements of a fable, how to identify the problem, solution, plot, and theme in a story, how to identify homographs, and more!
Science: We will discuss desert ecosystems.
Social Studies: We will continue to learn and discuss winter holidays in various cultures.

Please feel free to e-mail me at bcalcott@orionschools.us with any questions or concerns. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!