Happy Halloween!!

Kindergarteners in Room 8 had a blast today!!! Kinders were dressed up in cute costumes and were really proud! By the end of the day, they were all exhausted... Thanks to all who sent a treat for our little ones!

Halloween!

We will have a little Halloween party on Wednesday, October 31st. Students are invited to wear their costumes (no masks or swords, please), or dress in orange and black, if they like.

Please feel free to send in a small, nut-free treat for your child to share with the class.

Cheers!

Wow... What a busy day!

We had a busy and fun filled Monday!

We started our inquiry about pumpkins today. We read a book called Pumpkin, Pumpkin by Jeanne Titherington to learn about the life cycle of a pumpkin.

We transformed our dramatic play area into a "Farmer's Market". Students and I created a list of items that were needed for our market. We found some items in our classroom and we borrowed some items from Mrs. Cox room. Some students helped Mrs. Melissa to change our doctor's clinic to a farmer's market. Some students helped make signs and some made fruits and vegetables out of Plasticine.

During our math time, we estimated and measured three of our pumpkins. We ordered them from heaviest to lightest. From tallest to shortest. We even measured their circumference using linking chains and measuring tape.

During our last block, our Grade 7 Math Buddies from Mrs. Erola's class helped us compose and decompose number 5.

 They also helped us carve 7 pumpkins. 

Check out some of our creations!!!

Cheers!

Read Aloud ~ Scaredy Squirrel

On Monday, we read Scaredy Squirrel makes a friend by Melanie Watt. To activate prior knowledge, I asked my friends to answer these questions, What are we scared of/not scared of? What makes a good friend? 

During the first read, I asked these three questions: 

1. Do you think a fish would be a perfect friend? Why or why not?
2. I wonder why Scaredy needs all those things. What do you think?
3. What do you think might happen with the dog?

"Big Idea" Question: Discuss with a buddy the question, Which do you think would make a better friend, a fish or a dog?

Some suggested fish and some dog. It was amazing to hear them speak about what makes a good friend. 

You can do the same at home while reading any book. Choose 2 or three events of importance and pose higher order thinking questions... such as: What do you think will happen if..., I wonder why..., What are your thoughts about..., etc.

Cheers!

World's Oldest Marathon Runner Visits Room 8!

On Monday, October 15, we had a pleasure of welcoming the oldest marathon runner, Mr. Fauja Singh, a 101-year old resident of London, England, to our kindergarten classroom. Mr. Singh was here in Ottawa to meet with our Prime Minister and Governor General. Mr. Singh started his career as a marathon runner at the age of 89. He has completed nine marathons including his most recent accomplishment of running the London Marathon in April 2012. Mr. Singh also carried the Olympic torch as part of the London Olympics.

Big thanks to Mrs. Uppal (Kirpa's mom) for this wonderful treat!

Cheers,

Mrs. J

My apologies!

I want to apologies for not being able to post anything for a long time ...

I promise, I will try my best to keep you posted!

Cheers,

Mrs. J