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Mrs. Figley
First Quarter
 Reading-
We will be working on
short vowels this quarter. We will learn to read
many new words. We will be working on our first
reader. Students should practice their word
lists and read the story each night. Practice is
so important.
 Math
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In math we are working
on numbers to 100. We will learn greater than
and less than, sequencing numbers, before and after,
and practice counting by 5s, 10s and 2s. We will
also be introducing addition and subtraction and will
practice math facts to 10. We use Mad Math to
help us master our facts. Is your child in a
number club? ASK!
 Language/Writing
We have begun writing
in our journals. We use sound spelling and copy
words from the board. This is OK! We will
learn to spell, but we don't want to get so frustrated
that it takes away from our ideas. Ask us to
read our sentences to you. We are also learning
what a period is and when to use it.
We use D'Nealian
printing in first grade. This is what was taught
in Kindergarten. Please help your child practice
using the lines correctly. All letters should be
made from the top down. We are
working hard on correct spacing - there should be a
finger space between each word in a sentence.
 Spelling-
We have our spelling
test each Friday. We are using short vowel words as
the main focus and add a few sight words to the list.
We practice our words as bell work and by playing
Sparkle. Please make sure your child does his or
her spelling packet. It is sent home every
Monday and is due on Friday.
 Science
In September we will
learn about apples. We will learn about the
parts of the apple, Johnny Appleseed, how apples grow,
and more. We will make a map of Johnny Appleseed's
journal, make apple smiles, and caramel apples.
We also discussed ways to tell it is Fall. We
will go to Plum Creek Nature Center in October to see
many signs of Fall.
 Science
In October we will
learn about fire safety during the first part of the
month. Then we will move on to BATS, SPIDERS,
and PUMPKINS.
We will celebrate
Halloween with a party and parade.
 Centers
We will be having
centers 3 times a week. The centers are
listening, thinking, and creating. Centers are a
time for independent learning and for getting along
with others. Many centers encourage working
together and creativity. While centers seem
"like playing" we are really working
hard in a fun environment.
First grade is so much
different from kindergarten, but we are adjusting
well. We are settling into our daily routines
and are working hard. We need to practice good
listening and following direction skills. Our first
report card will be coming home at the end of October.
Please contact me if
you have any questions or concerns. We need to
work together for a successful first grade experience.
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