It is wonderful to watch the children interact with one another, and if someone is "stuck" on something, they will help them in any way possible.
Many of the students are always willing to assist other classmates. They find an area either in the classroom or in the learning commons, and get right to it. They have valid conversations that contribute to the work at hand. It is so nice to see them becoming life long learners and problem solvers.
This month we have been focusing on Respect. We have read books about it, done some writing assignments about it and even incorporated it into our circle time activities.
S.O.S. bucks are being handed out in hallways, classrooms, the lunchrooms, actually everywhere. It is wonderful to see that our students are showing and receiving respect towards each other.
The final phase of our trimester is winding down. We have been busy writing personal narratives, collecting canned goods for our food pantry, and working on various projects, both in and out of school.
Fifth Graders:
Summit Project. The students will be presenting them tomorrow. Many have worked on slide shows, while others are creating posters to compare and contrast the two stories they have read. I am really looking forward to see how well their hard work has paid off.
Watching them work independently is really paying off for them. As I walk around and visit with the students they are able to explain what they have worked on and have amazed me with the products that they are finalizing. Some of these slide shows are so well done. You can see the pride they take and owning up to what has to get done.
Our Book a Day display is filling up nicely. We are having some great conversations centered around the books that are read. Many valued lessons are being discussed and we are touching upon various story elements that are also displayed.
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