Our Second Week!

We had a wonderful and busy second week in Grade 3!  I am really proud of the students and how they are coming along with our classroom routines and expectations.  Routines, active listening as well as transitions between activities will continue to be a focus throughout September.  Grade 3 is a year full of learning and the smoother our classroom runs, the less time we loose and the more we can accomplish.  Excellent!

In Language, we have been reading an inspirational story of hope, determination and perseverance. This story also focuses on the power of following your dreams no matter how difficult they may be to achieve. The Story of Terry Fox is a meaningful recount and true story and the students have been really invested in and therefore have been able to make very meaningful connections.

The students really admire Terry for all that he did to raise awareness and raise money for cancer research.

In Math, the students created a "Me By Numbers" page.  The students really enjoyed this activity and were very creative!
We also played some new math games such as, Addition Competition, What Number Am I? and How Many Ways?  Be sure to ask your child about them!  These activities were a hit with the students and are great games to play at home too!

In Religion and Family Life, the students started their 'All About Me Kites'.  The children have decided to include illustrations about their 'Favourite Something', their Family, Faith and Gifts/Talents.  Each student also illustrated a picture of themself in their Religion notebook and described some of the things about them that makes them unique and special.  We are learning that God knows each of us by name and loves each of us as unique individuals.

Looking forward to an exciting third week!

Reminder:  Meet the Teacher Night is this Thursday beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Gym.

Hope to see you there.

Your Partner in Education,

Mrs. Caluori