Teaching ... shows we know it!

We fired up the Cool Aid Corner today to teach a little about shapes. This really helps me know what they know, and makes a verbal connection to their learning. Too cute not to share! I love the teamwork - with another student questioning the reporter!

How does your garden GROW?

Right after Spring Break we planted our class garden. Kids all have a day or more that they are the gardeners to care for it. So far, they are doing a great job because our bean plans are about 6 inches tall! Be sure to check back and see the products of their tender loving care!

Wild for Animals!

Just a few snap shots from the trip to the Zoo. It was GRRRRRR...eat!

Splish Splash... We were taking a bath!

No bath, but lots of splashing. We are so lucky to pair with the Houston Dad's Club to provide differentiated swim instruction as a part of health fitness. Today was the first day that the kids got to go to the pool. Excitement was high! The program is based all around water safety. The kids have had 2 weeks of dry land training and today was the day to make a SPLASH!

We are sooooooo close!

We have been working on earning magic squares and we are so close to earning the mystery prize. When the class receives a compliment or meets a goal we earn a box. As we color boxers in, a mystery picture is uncovered and we win the prize! Get ready because PJ day is coming.

Field Trip Fun

Despite a broken down bus...we had the best day! The best weather, the best kids, the best picnic, and the best play!

we LOVE reading!

What a great way to kick off Spring Break... books, friends and a whole lot of inspiration! This week we celebrated Texas Independence Day, Dr. Seuss's Birthday and Read Across America Week! Thank you to Dr. Muri for reading us our book (via the world wide web) at snack time Thursday! Today in Morning meeting we shared why reading is so fun... I can't help but be a little proud at the lifelong readers that are working so hard every day in room 6!