Kindergarten News 12-5 to 12-9

Monday  Word Work:  I, see, my Social Studies Benchmark:  Explore and describe similarities and differences in the ways groups, societies, and cultures address similar human needs and concerns. Read Aloud:  Love Is A Family Concepts:  Do families change or stay the same?  How?  Why families are important. Math: Chapter 5 Assessment	Tuesday Word Work: I, see, my Read Aloud:  Weird Parents Concepts:  Families can be different. Math:  6-1  Which Is the Largest? Read Aloud:  The Empress and the Tallest Tree Activity:  Ordering Class:  Shortest to Tallest Independent Practice: Enrichment 6-1
Wednesday Hat Day:  Bring spare change and wear a hat! Word Work:  I, see, my Benchmark:  Family Assessment Activity:  Cheerio Wreaths Math:  6-2  Taller, Longer, Shorter Activity:  Practice 6-2	Thursday    Wear Old Clothes Today!!!!  We will be painting! Word Work:  I, see, my Read Aloud:  Santa Knows Activity: Paint Wreaths Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Friday Word Work:  I, see, my Phonics:  See the Sound (consonant sounds) Read Aloud:  Merry Christmas, Stinky Face! Activity:  Family Gifts Christmas Concert at 1pm at High School	Notes from the Teacher: *On Wednesday, December 7 and 14th, students will be allowed to bring spare change to school in exchange for wearing a hat.  The money collected will be used to purchase hats & gloves/mittens for those in need in our district. *Some of our kindergartners continue to come to school without the necessary outdoor clothing for recess.  EACH day EVERY child needs to have a warm coat, hat, and gloves/mittens. *Our winter party will be held on Friday, December 16th at 2:15.  Thank you to the room parents who are beginning to make preparations. *We will no longer be tying shoes after our winter break.  Please continue to practice this skill with your child. Mrs. Jenison and Ms. Markwardt