Miss Van Eman's Kindergarten Class

Hello Reading Buddies...Or.... Should I Say MATH Buddies

2012-02-22T10:26:00.000-05:00

Today we were surprised by our reading buddies. They decided to join us for Math. What a great day of learning we had with them. Thanks Reading Buddies...WE ARE GREAT!!!!!

Snack Supplies...

2012-02-21T21:25:00.000-05:00

THANK YOU SO MUCH to all my wonderful families who helped supply snacks. I'm so lucky to have such an amazing group of parents to work with. I am a very thankful teacher!!!

Happy Valentine's Day From the Friendly Frogs....Sorry It's Late. :)

2012-02-21T15:56:00.000-05:00

Here are some pictures from our Valentine's Day.

A Teacher In Training

2012-02-21T08:17:00.002-05:00

Here are two Friendly Frogs busy learning colors!!

Reading Street Readers

2012-02-21T07:58:00.001-05:00

Here are the books posted to your child's Reading Street site. I encourage your family to read at least one book each week. Happy Reading!

Happy Valentine's Day!

2012-02-14T08:22:00.000-05:00

Valentine's Day Counting

Valentine Heart Writing

Heart Writing Black and White

Valentine Voki

Valentine Starfall

Color Heart Sudoku

What's Different

February Learning

2012-02-13T16:46:00.000-05:00

We have been busy learning about patterns and President Lincoln. Enjoy!

Valentine's Day Group A

2012-02-13T16:42:00.000-05:00

Happy Valentine's Day From The Busy Bees!

We Are Adding and Graphing!

2012-02-13T16:25:00.000-05:00

Below are pictures from our graphing and adding exploration day! Enjoy!

Thank You!

2012-02-12T17:01:00.000-05:00

Thank you Lily, Jack, Ashton, Sami, Logan, Conner, and Eliana for working at home on your Reading Street! You all are Amazing Amelia Tigers!! :)

Reading Street Online Stories

2012-02-12T16:55:00.000-05:00

Below are the weekly readers that have been uploaded to your child's RS page. Enjoy!

Snack Time Help

2012-02-12T16:43:00.000-05:00

I would love your help with snack time food. I bought 2 bags of cereal last week but this week with so many students forgetting their snack, I am down to very little. I would love support in buying a bag of cereal or snack for the classroom. I purchased a bag of cereal today for this week but help for next week and the rest of the year would be awesome! Thank you!! :)

* Also, snacks CAN include peanut butter/nuts. The student who had a peanut allergy has moved to another school.*

Our President Experience

2012-02-10T15:39:00.000-05:00

Here are the videos we watched to learn more about Washington and Lincoln. I will post pictures of our Lincoln and Washington drawings next week.

Meet: George Washington

Washington Monument:

Meet: Abraham Lincoln

Lincoln Memorial:

Storage Help

2012-02-10T15:36:00.000-05:00

If you have an extra empty coffee jugs like the ones below, I would love to use them for my centers.

Valentine's Day Cards

2012-02-07T17:25:00.000-05:00

Please have your child write their first and last name on each card. We will pass out cards on Monday and Tuesday. Each class has 25 students. Your child will also make a bag to hold their cards at school. Thanks so much.

Happy Birthday!!!

2012-02-04T20:50:00.004-05:00

Happy Birthday to these Busy Bees and this Friendly Frog!

Math Activities

2012-02-04T20:22:00.000-05:00

We will be exploring sorting, counting, graphing, and adding with Conversation Hearts in Math next week. Please make sure your child brings in their box on Monday/Tuesday.

New Videos

2012-01-27T15:54:00.003-05:00

I have posted some helpful videos for your child to sing. Please visit the Reading Videos page and the Math Videos page to check them out.

Reading Street Online Books

2012-01-25T08:46:00.000-05:00

Here are the online books for the next two weeks. Both books will focus on the short sound for the letter o.

To log onto the Reading Street site, go to pearsonsuccessnet.com Your child's first and last name is their username and reading is the password.

Happy Reading!

Reading Street Super Stars!

2012-01-25T07:48:00.000-05:00

Dear Lily, Ashton, and Conner,

Thank you so much for working on your Reading Street family site assignment this week. I love all your extra practice. You guys ROCK!

Love,
Miss Van Eman :)

2012-01-24T16:43:00.002-05:00

February 7th
8:00 a.m.- Jacob
5:00- Bo
5:15- Seth
5:30- Chris
5:45- Bryce
6:00- Joel
6:15- Sophia
6:30- Cole
6:45- Via
7:00- Noah
7:15- Caylee
7:30-Conner
7:45- Tayla
8:00- Jordan
8:15-Alex F.
8:30- Jaslynn

Conference Times Jan. 31st

2012-01-24T16:40:00.000-05:00

Jan. 31st
5:00 Caroline
5:15- Caleigh
5:30- Collin
5:45- Logan
6:00- Zach
6:15- Josh
6:30- Natalie
6:45- Ashton
7:00- Joey
7:15- Sami
7:30- Gina
7:45- Adrianna
8:00- Breyona
8:15- Alex. F.
8:30- Ava C.

3D Song

2012-01-24T16:37:00.001-05:00

Below is the video I use in class to help with 3D shape identification. I hope you and your family enjoy it as much as we do in the classroom. Enjoy!!

PJ Day Pictures and Activities

2012-01-23T16:56:00.001-05:00

Winter Writing

2012-01-23T16:47:00.000-05:00

Last week we read the book, Snowman All Year. During writing time, the students could write anything about their snowman. Below are a few examples of our work. Enjoy!

New Year's Resolution

2012-01-23T16:46:00.000-05:00

Last week, we read the book The Night Before New Year's and discussed what resolutions we could make for the school year.

PJ Day Tomorrow Friendly Frogs!

2012-01-18T19:34:00.000-05:00

Friendly Frogs,
Don't forget to wear your PJs tomorrow! I can't wait to see everyone and have a great day. :)

Family Day In Room 106

2012-01-18T08:52:00.000-05:00

The Friendly Frogs were suprised by Mr. V.E., Mrs. V.E., and Miss Julie before their holiday party. Thanks so much for stopping by to help us read our Santa letters.

Letters From Santa

2012-01-18T08:36:00.000-05:00

3rd Grade Reading Buddies

2012-01-18T08:34:00.000-05:00

Below are a few pictures from our holiday gift exchange with our reading buddies.

Guest Reader!

2012-01-18T08:23:00.002-05:00

Thanks, Mrs. Shoe for being our guest reader for the month of December!

Happy Birthday!

2012-01-18T08:20:00.001-05:00

Happy Birthday to these Friendly Frogs!

Happy Birthday

2012-01-18T08:18:00.001-05:00

Happy Birthday to these Busy Bees!

Reading Street Activities

2012-01-17T16:08:00.001-05:00

Please visit your child's Reading Street page for extra practice on the skills we are learning this week.

Happy Learning!

George Washington Visits

Reading Street Weekly Readers

2012-01-17T15:58:00.000-05:00

Here are the weekly readers that are posted for your family to enjoy at home.

Conference Forms

2012-01-17T15:54:00.000-05:00

It is conference time again! I will send out forms to families that I need to meet with. If your family does not receive a conference form but would still like a conference, I am available to meet any day from 8:00-8:30 a.m. or from 3:30-4:00 p.m

Wheel of Wow...PJ Day!

2012-01-17T15:51:00.002-05:00

We filled up our marbel jar!!!! Your child is welcomed to wear their PJs, bring a small blanket, and small stuffed animal to school. Please make sure your child only wears his/her gym shoes to school. I know it is fun to wear slippers but for a safety reason, I would like everyone to wear gym shoes.

Friendly Frogs- Thursday PJ Day
Busy Bees- Friday PJ Day

Flying Pig

2012-01-11T16:00:00.000-05:00

I am so excited that AE will participate in the 2012 Flying Pig Kids’Marathon. In collaboration with PTA, we have decided to bring this opportunity into Amelia in order to promote fitness, fun and healthy food choices.

The goal is to walk, jog or run the distance of a marathon (26.2 miles) in the months leading up to the Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon in May. Your child received a “HOG LOG” in their Wednesday/Thursday folder so your family can keep track of the miles completed towards the marathon goal.

Students can complete the marathon distance by completing the final mile as part of the Cincinnati Flying Pig Kids’ Marathon 26th-Mile Event on Saturday, May 5, 2012. Experience the thrill of victory by crossing over the actual Flying Pig Marathon finish line. All registered participants ($10.00 registration fee) will receive a finisher’s medal and a t-shirt for a job well done.

DIBELS....Monday and Tuesday

2012-01-06T15:45:00.001-05:00

Parents,
On Monday/Tuesday, your child will be assessed for DIBELS. Please use the following website to practice for the assessment. Have a great weekend.

DIBELS Online Games

Holiday Party..FRIENDLY FROGS

2011-12-20T21:14:00.000-05:00

This is a reminder for all Friendly Frogs (Tuesday/Thursday) that Mrs. Batchler is having a pizza party for you on Thursday. Please do not send in your child's lunch or lunch money. Thank you.

Books!

2011-12-20T21:11:00.000-05:00

Please remember to send in your child's book for the book exchange on Thursday (Friendly Frogs) and Friday (Busy Bees)! I have several students who have not turned in a book. If your family needs support with this project, please let me know.

vaneman_l@westcler.org

2011-12-14T15:51:00.000-05:00

Each kindergarten student will need to have a paper grocery bag for the holiday party. Please send one, or more, into school with your child as soon as possible. Thanks so much for your help!!

Happy Holidays :)

Book Exchange

2011-12-14T15:47:00.000-05:00

Please remember that your child will need to bring in a wrapped book for the holiday book exchange. If you have ordered from Scholastic the books should be here tomorrow.

It's December...Time For Snow!

2011-12-11T17:20:00.001-05:00

The Friendly Frogs have been busy writing in their December journals. Last week they wrote a sentence about something they like to do in December. Have your child point out their writing

and tell you about their picture! :)

Here are all the papers so you can find your child's writing. Enjoy!

Santa Sends Us A Letter!!

2011-12-11T17:05:00.000-05:00

Mr. Van Eman came in to share the exciting news that SANTA had

sent us a letter. While Mr. Van Eman was reading the letter and showing what Santa had sent us, he got a phone call!!! Can you guess who the call was from?

It was from....SANTA himself!!

Happy Birthday To....

2011-12-11T16:56:00.002-05:00

Happy birthday to these Friendly Frogs

and this Busy Bee (along with Mr. Van Eman)!

Weekly Readers! 12.12

2011-12-11T16:54:00.000-05:00

Please make sure your child is reading their weekly readers on the Reading Street site.

To log onto the Reading Street site, go to pearsonsuccessnet.com Your child's first and last name is their username and reading is the password.

Happy Reading!

Reminder...Holiday Shopping Days Next Week!

2011-12-09T15:53:00.002-05:00

Holiday Shop Days:

Dec. 12-

2:05-2:50 (M/W) Busy Bees

Dec. 13

2:05-2:50 (T/R) Friendly Frogs

LAST DAY...ORDER FROM SCHOLASTIC FOR BOOK EXCHANGE!

2011-12-07T07:03:00.000-05:00

Online Ordering Information

LAST DAY TO ORDER!!!!

Here is a little reminder for how to order books for the book exchange during our Holiday party!

Web address: scholastic.com/bookclubs
Class Activation Code: GR3HT

It's so simple! Here's how it works:

SIGN UP at www.scholastic.com/bookclubs. On the parent page, click the "Register" button in the "First Time Here?" section. Register for your own user name and password. When prompted, enter the one-time Class Activation Code shown above. This unique code ensures that your order is sent to me.
SELECT the books you'd like to order -- choose from thousands of titles -- many more than in our monthly flyers.
SEND your order to me online by the due date and your child's books will be delivered directly to my classroom.

Ordering online is fast, easy, and secure.

Of course, you can still order using the form from the printed flyer. But why not see for yourself how convenient it is to order online?

Weekly Readers....Reading Street Student Site

2011-12-05T07:59:00.001-05:00

Please note that the Weekly Readers for this week are:

The Bear

Meet Cam the Cow

Winter Fun

Guest Reader Nolan's Grandma!!

2011-12-01T16:27:00.002-05:00

I couldn't think of a better way to start off the month of December then having Nolan's grandma surprise us with a holiday book. The students loved her book What's Shakin' in Snowflake City? They also had an extra bonus because she brought in snow globes for us to look at and use! Thanks so much for reading...we hope you come back again! :)

November Pictures

2011-12-01T16:18:00.002-05:00

Here are a few pictures from our November Thanksgiving unit. Enjoy!

How To Order On Scholastic!

2011-11-30T19:19:00.000-05:00

Online Ordering Information

Web address: scholastic.com/bookclubs
Class Activation Code: GR3HT

Dear Parents,

Now it's easier than ever to find the perfect books for your child -- shop our NEW online Book Clubs Web site. Choose from a much-wider selection of books than in the printed flyer. Plus, you can send your orders directly to me online and use your credit card to pay.

Best of all, we earn a FREE book for the classroom library every time a parent places an order online.*

It's so simple! Here's how it works:

SIGN UP at www.scholastic.com/bookclubs. On the parent page, click the "Register" button in the "First Time Here?" section. Register for your own user name and password. When prompted, enter the one-time Class Activation Code shown above. This unique code ensures that your order is sent to me.
SELECT the books you'd like to order -- choose from thousands of titles -- many more than in our monthly flyers.
SEND your order to me online by the due date and your child's books will be delivered directly to my classroom.

Ordering online is fast, easy, and secure.

Of course, you can still order using the form from the printed flyer. But why not see for yourself how convenient it is to order online?

December Events

2011-11-30T19:15:00.001-05:00

Dear Busy Bees and Friendly Frog Parents,

It is hard to believe that it is DECEMBER! I know your family will be busy with holiday shopping and activities so here is a post to let you know about the school activities for December.

Breakfast with Santa- Dec. 9

Our annual Breakfast with Santa is Saturday, December 10 at R-Place in Amelia (Swan Lane - Across from the former La Donna's Cafe). Ticket cost is $4/person and includes your picture with Santa! The first session (10a-11a) is full, however spots are still available for the 8:30a-9:30a session. If you wish to attend, please fill out your registration form and return it with payment to your child's teacher. Checks can be made payable to AEPTA. Due to lack of parking and space limitations in the building, absolutely no walk-ups will be permitted. If you are in need of another registration form, please contact Beth Burcham at: bethandmike2004@yahoo.com

Holiday Book Exchange-

Your child will be involved in a holiday book exchange with classmates. I sent home a paper today with Scholastic news information for your family to order a book online for this event. I will also create a post about how to order online. Each child will bring in a wrapped book and put it under the Christmas tree in the room. During our holiday party we will play holiday musical chairs to give out the books. Please limit your child's book purchase to less than $5.00. If your family needs support with this project please call or email. I have many ways to offer support! :)

Holiday Parties-

The Friendly Frogs: December 22 from 1:30-2:30

The Busy Bees: December 23 from 1:30-2:30.

All family members are welcomed and encouraged to visit during our holiday party. Please contact the following room mother if you would like to help with activities for the party.

Room Mothers-

Friendly Frogs- Mrs. Batchler (T/R classes)
Email: sbatchler@amig.com
Busy Bees- Mrs. Roselli (M/W classes)
Email: jamieroselli@hotmail.com

Beginning Sound Game

2011-11-29T21:57:00.000-05:00

We have been playing Snap in the classroom to work on beginning sounds. Here is a copy for you to print and use at home.

Croc. Beginning Sound Game c,d,j,n
Directions:

Crocodile Snap*

Print and cut apart the crocodile cards and fish cards. ( Note: I have the fish on blue cards and the crocodile on green cards.) Turn all cards face down and have your child pick 1 blue and 1 green card. If the letter and beginning sound of the picture picked matches, your child gets to call out "SNAP" and collects both cards. The player with the most matches at the end wins.

Holiday Shop Days

2011-11-29T07:39:00.002-05:00

Your child will be visiting the Holiday Shop in a few weeks. There is a paper coming home in your child's Wednesday/Thursday folder with information about the gifts and prices. As always, please send money in an envelope with your child's name on the front.

Holiday Shop Days:

Dec. 12-

2:05-2:50 (M/W) Busy Bees

Dec. 13

2:05-2:50 (T/R) Friendly Frogs

Short Week Thanksgiving Activities

2011-11-20T22:01:00.002-05:00

Friendly Frogs and Busy Bees-

We will be taking a short break from Reading Street this week to focus on Thanksgiving celebrations. We will continue to talk about what we are thankful for and investigate how people lived in the past and how they celebrated Thanksgiving. We will also sequence a story about pumpkin pie and create Native American clothing.

The Friendly Frogs will be enjoying their Wheel of Wow movie on Tuesday afternoon. A special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Feldkamp who have volunteered to help with the popcorn for Tuesday afternoon. I know the students will enjoy the "movie style" popcorn! :)

The Busy Bees will be enjoying their Wheel of Wow movie on Wednesday afternoon.

Reminder- Conference Tomorrow

2011-11-20T22:01:00.001-05:00

Just a reminder for my Group B families that conferences are tomorrow from 5:00-8:30.

Thanksgiving Writing

2011-11-17T15:53:00.000-05:00

Below our some pictures from our writing time today. Enjoy!

Wheel of Wow!

2011-11-17T08:27:00.000-05:00

The Friendly Frogs and Busy Bees both won a movie party with popcorn! We will be voting on our Thanksgiving movie next week. I am so proud of everyone for their hard work with making good choices. :)

Turkey Time In Kindergarten

2011-11-17T08:24:00.000-05:00

Homework Packet For Extra Practice

2011-11-17T07:54:00.001-05:00

Here is a copy of the November homework packet if you lost pages or would like additional practice. Thanks so much for your help at home.

November Homework

Conference Time For November 18th

2011-11-16T08:00:00.003-05:00

8:00 a.m.- Breyona

8:15 a.m.- Bryce
8:30 a.m- Conner

12:45- Eliana

1:00-Jaslynn

1:15- Caylee

1:30- Noah

1:45- Gina

2:00- Jordan

2:15-Josh
2:30- Sophia

Conference Times for November 21st

2011-11-16T07:56:00.000-05:00

4:30- Adrianna

4:45- Caroline

5:00- Logan

5:15- Alex F.

5:30- Mason

5:45- Jeremy

6:00- Cameron

6:15- Bryson

6:30- Collin

6:45- Zach

7:00- Allie

7:15- Dylan

7:30- Alex B.

7:45- Cassie

8:15- Seth

Picture Day Tomorrow Friendly Frogs

2011-11-16T07:52:00.000-05:00

Tomorrow we will be taking pictures for Group B students.

Group A Conferences Tonight

2011-11-15T16:04:00.001-05:00

I am looking forward to seeing all of my Group A families tonight at conferences. Please check your child's book bag for their conference slip.

No School

2011-11-06T16:59:00.000-05:00

Dear Parents,

This will be a short week for our learning. Please note that we don't have school on Tuesday and Friday. Enjoy this extra time with your family.

Happy November Birthday To....

2011-11-03T16:24:00.001-04:00

Happy Birthday to this Friendly Frog and these Busy Bees!

Busy Bees

Friendly Frog

November Homework Packet

2011-11-03T16:16:00.000-04:00

Parents,

THANK YOU SO MUCH for your help at home with homework. I had 48/51 return their homework packet!!! Your child brought home their November packet this week for you to work on during this month. Please use the calendar as a guide for your homework practice. Happy Practicing!!!

Conference Times

2011-11-03T16:09:00.002-04:00

Parent-teacher conferences are on November 15th and November 21st from (5:00-8:30). Kindergarten will also have an extra day on November 18th due to class sizes. This conference is important to your child and to you.

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS:

Kindergarten night Conferences will be from 5:00-8:30 on the following days:

     Tuesday, November 15th –M/W families (Group A students)
     Monday, November 21st – T/R families (Group B students)

My extra day for an afternoon conference is:

     Friday, November 18th- Group A or B students (12:15-3:00)

Each conference will be 15 minutes. You will be notified of the exact time after you return the form sent home with your child today.

(If your child attends school on M/W this form will be coming home on Monday.)

We Are A Picture Perfect Class! (with help from our friends at Home Depot! :)

2011-11-01T16:19:00.001-04:00

Today the Friendly Frogs created a picture frame with their friends from Home Depot. Mr. Charlie, Miss Heather, and Miss Olivia were the best helpers and we are so happy they helped us create 3D objects. The students LOVED using a hammer and screw driver. I can't wait for Mr. Charlie and friends to come back again.

Thanks Mr. Charlie, Miss Heather, Miss Olivia, and Home Depot for a WONDERFUL day!!!!! :)

Halloween Guest Reader!

2011-10-31T21:18:00.001-04:00

Today we had a surprise guest reader, Mrs. Shoe! Mrs. Shoe surprised us with two Halloween books, Very Scary and Annie Was Warned. The Busy Bees and Sami LOVED the books and their extra snack for today...Halloween Oreos! Thank you Mrs. Shoe.

Happy Halloween!!

2011-10-31T21:17:00.001-04:00

Thank you reading buddies for our Halloween reading pointers. We had such a great time reading our Halloween books with them. We look forward to reading with you all year long.

Our Halloween gift from
Mrs. Burnheimer's 3rd graders!!

Little Pumpkin Clip

2011-10-27T17:11:00.004-04:00

The Friendly Frogs and I loved watching this video today.

We also had this special Halloween book read aloud to us! Enjoy!!

Halloween Goodie Bags!

2011-10-27T17:08:00.000-04:00

Thank you so much for all your support with our Halloween goodie bags! The kids were so excited and loved to look at all their candy and toys. Have a wonderful Halloween night Friendly Frogs!

Homework Due This Week!

2011-10-26T16:41:00.001-04:00

Friendly Frogs-

Remember to bring back your monthly homework packet to show me all your learning. I can't wait to see all your hard work at home. :)

Busy Bees-

Your homework packet is due on Friday. :)

Special Visitor

2011-10-26T16:37:00.002-04:00

Last week, the Busy Bees and the rest of their kindergarten friends had a surprise visitor drop in to see them. It was Conner's father Mr. Gates who is a fireman at the Pierce Township Fire Department. Mr. Gates showed us what he would be wearing if he had to come to our house for a fire. He let us come up to touch his uniform and mask so that we would not be scared if we would ever see them in a fire. Thank you Mr. Gates for giving such a wonderful presentation to the kindergarten classes at AE!

Tool Boxes!

2011-10-26T16:29:00.002-04:00

The Busy Bees were busy creating 3D objects with our friends from Home Depot. Mr. Charlie and Ms. Heather helped the students create their own tool boxes. The students enjoyed nailing, hammering, and decorating their brand new creations. Thanks so much Mr. Charlie and Ms. Heather for a GREAT day!!!

Create your own video slideshow at animoto.com.

Friendly Frogs..Home Depot Visit

2011-10-26T16:23:00.000-04:00

Mr. Charlie and Ms. Heather will be back on Tuesday!!!! Get ready to build! :)

3D Objects

2011-10-26T16:08:00.000-04:00

Friendly Frogs-

I am very sorry that we didn't have a chance to create a 3D object with our friends from Home Depot yesterday. They will be back very soon to help us create something very special. Mr. Charlie and Ms. Heather tried to get to everyone yesterday but didn't realize that it would take 2+ hours to finish one class. :) Thanks for your understanding.

Correction For Red Ribbon Week

2011-10-23T17:45:00.000-04:00

Busy Bees and Friendly Frogs please see the correction for the Red Ribbon week activities.

Monday, October 24: Wear Red!

Tuesday, October 25: Wear your favorite hat

Wednesday, October 26: Wear your PJs

Thursday, October 27: Wear your favorite sports attire

Friday, October 28: Wear a silly, colorful, fun tie

Reading

2011-10-19T07:49:00.000-04:00

Sight Word Practice Link

Friendly Frogs and Busy Bees-

Please continue to read your sight word books EVERY night. Here is another sight word book for you to print off and enjoy at home. Happy Reading!

Busy Bees finding sight words!

Red Ribbon Week Next Week

2011-10-19T07:48:00.002-04:00

Dear Friendly Frogs and Busy Bees,

Next week is our Red Ribbon Week. Please dress up for all the days...I know I will! :)

Monday: Kick Off Day- Wear as much red as possible

Tuesday: Put a Cap on Drugs – Wear your favorite hat

Wednesday: Follow Your Dreams NOT Drugs: Pajama Day

Thursday : Do Sports NOT Drugs: Wear your favorite team clothing

Friday: Wear a tie

Happy Birthday To You....

2011-10-13T07:46:00.000-04:00

During the month of October we will be celebrating this Friendly Frog! Happy Birthday!!! :)

Lunch Menu

2011-10-13T07:44:00.000-04:00

A huge thanks to all the parents who are using the online lunch account program or sending in checks for the month. If you need additional information about setting up an online lunch account please visit the post Lunch Information.

Book Fair

2011-10-11T08:52:00.001-04:00

To the Book Fair & Beyond!

Hello Amelia Elementary families. We are very excited to share with you our new online book fair this year that will be open for families to shop together in addition to our in school book fair. Our online book fair will run from October 10 – October 28. Please feel free to check out the link attached and have fun shopping with your child. They will also of course get the opportunity to shop during the school day the week of October 17 – 21. The class schedule will be posted soon to let you know what day your child will get to shop. You can also sign up to volunteer if you would like to help during the week. The PTA could use help in setting up the fair and helping kids shop during the week of the fair.

http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/ameliaelementary

Our Book Fair Days:

Busy Bees (Monday/Wednesday)
Wednesday 10/19

Friendly Frogs (Tuesday/Thursday)
Tuesday 10/18

Picture Day!

2011-10-11T08:32:00.000-04:00

Busy Bees remember that tomorrow is picture day so wear your favorite outfit. Parents please remember to send your order form with your child tomorrow and place it in the large part of the bag. Thanks.

Reading Street Pages

2011-10-09T17:33:00.003-04:00

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Sight Word Game- I,am,the,little

2011-10-06T19:50:00.003-04:00

Here is a sight word game for you to play at home. The family member that gets 3 in a row wins. Happy learning!

Pumpkin BINGO

Sight Word Flash Cards!

2011-10-06T19:13:00.005-04:00

Here are the first 4 sight words. I would suggest adding these cards into your family routines for homework or reading time. Please practice these words many times throughout the week.

Sight Words- I/am

Sight Words- little/the

Reading Street Practice Pages

2011-10-06T18:51:00.003-04:00

Here is our practice pages from this week if you need additional practice at home.
Unit 1 Week 3 Pages

Homework Packet Starts This Week

2011-10-02T15:49:00.000-04:00

On Wednesday/Thursday your child will be bringing home their monthly homework packet. This packet is designed to help your child stay connected with the learning going on the classroom. It is important for you to note that this packet is designed to be completed throughout the ENTIRE month. We have attached a calendar as a suggested pacing guide for the activities. Please help your child work through the activities a little each day instead of completing the activities all in one night. At the end of each month (Wednesday for A group and Thursday for B group), your child will turn in their packet along with their homework folder. If you have any questions please feel free to leave a comment on this post or send me an email. Thanks in advance for your time and support in your child's education.

Weekly Reflection

2011-10-02T09:44:00.001-04:00

What another great week! The students worked very hard to learn the letters J-N, identify the setting in stories, and hear the parts in words. In Math, the students loved exploring dominos. They had to count the dots to find the total number and then find the total number card around the room.

This week the students will identify letters O-S, talk about the sequence in stories, and hear the beginning sound in words. In Math, we will continue to work on counting numbers to find the total number and explore patterns.

See my Busy Bees on Monday and my Friendly Frogs on Tuesday! :)

Reading Street Pages

2011-09-28T20:17:00.000-04:00

Please use our Reading Street pages for additional practice at home. This week we learned letters J-N, sound discrimination, syllables, and setting. We also reviewed the sight words I and am.

Unit 1 Week 2 Pages

Out Of The Building

2011-09-27T18:25:00.000-04:00

I will be out of the building tomorrow. If you are sending in important papers to school please remind your child to tell the guest teacher. As always please call or email me with any questions or concerns. Have a great weekend my Monday/Wednesday students. :)

Blog Posting Paper Sent Home...PLEASE send back!

2011-09-22T21:01:00.000-04:00

Please check your child's Wednesday/Thursday folder for a blog posting permission slip. I love to add pictures for you and your extended family to see. Pictures will include our daily learning, birthday messages, and other special activities we have going on. Please note that if your slip is NOT returned your child's face will be shown on the blog.

Thanks so much for your help!

How To Print The Sight Word Book

2011-09-22T08:11:00.001-04:00

Good Morning!

I have received emails about the sight word book, I Am! If you need an additional copy you can print it off from the blog post, We Are On Our Way With Reading Street. Click on the icon of the work book pages and it will direct you to my Scribd site where you can download pages 3 and 4.

Parent Volunteers!

2011-09-21T19:23:00.000-04:00

Thank you Mrs. Sammons and Mrs. Behrend for volunteering this week!! Your help and time in the classroom is WONDERFUL!!!!

We are on our way with Reading Street!

2011-09-20T21:56:00.021-04:00

This week marks the beginning of Reading Street instruction. The students loved watching the concept video about transportation, singing the weekly song, practicing the letters Aa, Bb,and Cc, and working with rhyming words. I was very impressed with their energy and excitement while learning their 2 new sight words I and am. Everyone was focused and enjoyed reading their first book. Please continue to read their sight word book, I Am! several times throughout the week. Remind your little one that they should point to each word as they read to help increase their ability on tracking words. I am looking forward to our 2nd day of Reading Street when we work on the letters Dd and Ee as well as continuing our learning about characters in a story.

I would also like to inform you that if pages come home unfinished please do not get concerned. Our workbook is very hard for students to use independently. Before your child is sent to work on their own, I model all the pages on the SMART board along with having many volunteers share their thinking.
If you would like additional practice time at home, below is a copy of our practice pages for this week. :)

Unit 1 Work Book Pages

Beginning Of The Year Information Sheet

2011-09-19T06:23:00.001-04:00

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