Keeping Busy

We are definitely keeping busy in first grade.  We continue to learn routines and expectations as we engage in mathematical thinking, reading, and writing.
We have been working together to write stories during a time that we call "Special Person".  One person each day tells a story about a fun time they had with their family.  We write a group story together about their experience.  Then all of the students write stories about the same topic, then we make a book about those stories FOR the special person - here are a few examples:

This visual way of connecting ideas (pictures) to symbols (words) helps all learners find success with the writing process.

We had buddies for the first time today as well!  Ms. Morioka's third grade will be working with us this year!

We also continue to enjoy choosing, recess, and learning more about each other!
Have a great day!