We read the nonfiction article, "Dr. King's Wise Words".
Then we collaborated using technology and
shared our questions, thoughts, and connections to our past
history with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Handwriting
District Handwriting Policy:
"The handwriting experience in WAWM begins prior to kindergarten and continues through 2nd and 3rd grade. Cursive/penmanship is continued as a practice through third grade and beyond. This instruction is available through small group coaching, individual conferring, and independent practice."
Our class using an ipad app as a learning tool for cursive writing practice.
Inquiry Unit iMovie, "Our Bones"
Learning Target:
We can use technology as a
learning tool.
Our class created an iMovie to share our new learning about the Human Body and the Skeletal System. Take a look at our iMovie trailer,
"Our Bones"!
January Newsletter
* Reminder: NO SCHOOL on Monday January 20 for Semester Break
* Open House Inquiry Night and Conferences on Tuesday January 21, 2014.Please be on the lookout for a special invitation coming home in Friday Folders. We are just finishing up our inquiry unit on the Human Body and Making Healthy Choices. Students are VERY excited to share their new learning with friends and family. Especially our awesome iMovie on the Skeletal System (created as a class using technology)
ALL INVITED!
* Report Cards go home on Friday January 24, 2014.
Many of our 2nd quarter activities and assessments will be making their way home for families to see.
* The SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR will be open during Jan. 21-24.
Mrs. Wandsneider's cat Bonsai X-Ray
Human Body Inquiry
Human Body Inquiry Unit
Essential Questions:
What are the different parts of my body and what do they do?
What does my body need to stay healthy?
What good choices can I make to stay happy, healthy, and safe?
For going public, our class will focus on the SKELETON SYSTEM.
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