This week the "name of the game" was Whale Research. The students had a few opportunities this week to conduct research on their whale. Whale assignments were made by a random draw early in the week. After that, the children had time in class to use a variety of books Mrs. Collen let us borrow from the library. In addition, they used computers both during our lab time and during library. There are four main areas the children must research: 1.) Physical features and characteristics; 2.) Habitat and migration path; 3.) Life cycle and family behaviors; and 4.) Eating habits and food. I gave the children labeled sheets on which they can gather their notes. This week the children will have additional computer lab time and access to research materials. Following are several pictures of the children in our computer lab.
At this point the children have completed their one-minute speech and their wax museum poster. They look amazing! I am very proud of how hard each of them worked to research, write, and create. Last week I sent home information about the Wax Museum (February 28th from 6:30-7:30), a request for sweet treats or healthy snacks and a reminder about costumes. This is a fun-filled evening for the children and the participants, but it also has a philanthropic component. All proceeds from both the children's performances and the bake sale will support the Marillac Shelter in memory of Dorothy McDonald, Clarksville's beloved principal.
Thank you to everyone who was able to come to our ABC book viewing. As a working parent, I know all too well how difficult it is to attend school functions during the day. The children's ABC books will be coming home this week for you to enjoy. I hope you were able to read through their memoirs which were given to your child on Friday. It was a great celebration!
As you are aware, there was no "Weekly Reflection" sent home on Friday, and there will not be one this coming Friday either. Instead, I will update our blog as I am doing right now. With the early dismissal on Friday AND winter break the following week, it didn't make sense for me to send home a hard copy of the weeks' events. I hope the blog is a good way to update you and provide you with a glimpse into the happenings in Room 10.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend! Lester Betor and class
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