The students are getting to know each other, and both classes are becoming a bit chatty. Starting next week, Mrs. Bentz and I are going to implement a reward system for those students who are staying on task and doing what they are supposed to be doing. Hopefully this will help keep the classroom quiet and focused!
I hope your students are working hard on their Active Reading Logs! If you did not receive the parent clarification email that I sent out, please let me know. I'm very excited for students to practice their reading strategies at home. I think it's so much more beneficial than just telling them to read for 20 minutes each night.
A highlight for next week will be the Edible Maps in Social Studies. Students will be showing off their knowledge of the physical features of the United States by making a map made out of candy. So much fun! It will also help them prepare for their first Social Studies test, which is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, September 13.
Have a great Labor Day weekend!
