Mighty Learners in Room 16/17

Students began construction of our community this week! First, each child chose a different building that they would be responsible for creating (houses, hospitals, fire-stations, etc.) Then, they had to first come up with a plan for what their building would look like, and which materials they would use.  Finally, they got to put their plan into action! Thank you to all the families that sent materials to make this possible. Stay tuned for the finished products.

Grade 1s and 2s have been learning about different 2D and 3D shapes. This week they got to work using a variety of materials to build their shapes. Students were heard using mathematical vocabulary such as: "I need to add 2 more corners "- SL "I am making a cube! "- HS "It's a triangular pyramid! "- YD " I made a pryramid, I think I know how to make a diamond "- DL "I think I'll try to make a rectangle "- OK They also were working together, sharing materials, and encouraging each other: "Can I please use the tape when you're done?"- KJ "If you come here I can help you"- SL "That's okay, it's your first try"- SL "Did you try making a circle and then putting up walls?"- YK "Practice makes perfect, like my dad always says!" - MT Here are some student photos they took of themselves and their creations:

Dear Families, We are learning all about community! For the next step in our learning students will be building a 3D model of a community. In order to complete this project, we are looking for some materials for the students to use. If you have any of the follow items, please send them to school with your child by Wednesday, January 22. - Food boxes (cereal, cookies, etc) - Shoe boxes - Brown paper bags - Egg cartons - Paper towel rolls Thank you, Ms. Waters and Ms. Anna