December 9-13

During integrated reading we will learn about Reindeer/Caribou.  The students will:

- identify main topic and retell key details in text. (ELACC1.RI.2)

- describe connection between two pieces of information in text. (ELACC1.RI.3)

- retell story using story elements from read aloud text The Great Reindeer Rebellion. 

In math the students will distinguish between defining attributes versus non-defining attributes. 
The students will also build and draw shapes to possess defining attributes. (MCC1.G.1)

In writing we will work on enhancing the students' narrative writings with the use of temporal words.(ELACC1.W.3) We will review how to form letters correctly and using appropriate spacing between words and sentences. (ELACC1.L.1a,k)  We will review nouns, verbs, and adjectives. (ELACC1.L.1b,c)

For phonic we will learn more about digraphs. The students will have a small group phonic lesson with me depending on each individual needs. (ELACC1.RF.1a, 2.b,d, 3.a,b,g)  

The students will have small group guided reading lessons will me throughout the week.  These groups and lessons are based on students' needs and are differentiated. (ELACC1.RF.4.a,b,c)

Spelling:
- assessment over list 13 on Friday, Dec. 13. 

* Please help your child learn how to tie his/her shoelaces.  I have been helping the students by tying shoes.  However I have told the students that I will not tie shoes after the Winter Break.

http://youtu.be/CWl2dPfBQPk

* View upcoming events on the Pickett's Mill website http://www.cobbk12.org/pickettsmill/

I am looking forward to seeing everyone at our class holiday breakfast on Tuesday, Dec. 17.  The breakfast will be from 7:30- 8:30.  Please RSVP with Mrs. Magee.

Mrs. Folsom

Dec. 2- 6

During integrated reading we will learn about Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and Sacagawea.  The students will:

- ask and answer questions about details in text. (ELACC1.RI.1)

- identify main topic and retell key details in text. (ELACC1.RI.2)

- describe connection between two pieces of information in text. (ELACC1.RI.3)

- ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify meaning of words in text. (ELACC1.RI.4)
- read about and describe the life of historical figure in American history. (SOC.1.SS.1H1)

In math the students will distinguish between defining attributes versus non-defining attributes. 
The students will also build and draw shapes to possess defining attributes. (MCC1.G.1)

In writing we will work on enhancing the students' narrative writings with the use of temporal words.(ELACC1.W.3) We will review how to form letters correctly and using appropriate spacing between words and sentences. (ELACC1.L.1a,k)  We will learn about adjectives. (ELACC1.L.1b,c)

For phonic we will learn more about digraphs. The students will have a small group phonic lesson with me depending on each individual needs. (ELACC1.RF.1a, 2.b,d, 3.a,b,g)  

The students will have small group guided reading lessons will me throughout the week.  These groups and lessons are based on students' needs and are differentiated. (ELACC1.RF.4.a,b,c)

Spelling:
- assessment over list 12 on Friday, Dec. 6. 

Mrs. Folsom 

Seven Habits Feast

The First grade Seven Habits Feast will be this Thursday, Nov.21.

We are asking the students to wear their "Sunday best" clothing. 

If you have not sent in the item you were assigned, please send it in by Wednesday.  If you were assigned mashed potatoes or corn, please have the food in our classroom prior to 9 on Thursday.  

Due to limited space we are asking parents not to attend this event.  We will have more events soon which you will be able to attend.  

Thanks!
Mrs. Folsom

Nov. 18- 22

During integrated reading we will continue our Thomas Jefferson unit.  The students will:

- ask and answer questions about details in text. (ELACC1.RI.1)

- identify main topic and retell key details in text. (ELACC1.RI.2)

- describe connection between two pieces of information in text. (ELACC1.RI.3)

- ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify meaning of words in text. (ELACC1.RI.4)
- read about and describe the life of historical figure in American history. (SOC.1.SS.1H1)

In math the students will explain that the two digits of a 2 digit number represent amounts of tens and ones.  The students will also explain that 10 ones as a unit is called a ten.  (MCC1.NBT.2,3,5)

In writing we will work on enhancing the students' narrative writings with the use of temporal words.(ELACC1.W.3) We will review how to form letters correctly and using appropriate spacing between words and sentences. (ELACC1.L.1a,k)  We will learn more about verbs. (ELACC1.L.1b,c)

For phonic we will learn more about digraphs (sc, sn, sw). The students will have a small group phonic lesson with me depending on each individual needs. (ELACC1.RF.1a, 2.b,d, 3.a,b,g)  

The students will have small group guided reading lessons will me throughout the week.  These groups and lessons are based on students' needs and are differentiated. (ELACC1.RF.4.a,b,c)

Spelling:
- assessment over list 10 on Monday, 11/18. (about, how, up, out, them)
- assessment over list 11 on Friday, 11/ 22. (then, she, many, some, so)

Mrs. Folsom 

Nov. 11- 15

We will be wrapping up our land forms unit this week and begin our study on Thomas Jefferson.
Through the Thomas Jefferson unit, the students will:

- ask and answer questions about details in text. (ELACC1.RI.1)

- identify main topic and retell key details in text. (ELACC1.RI.2)

- describe connection between two pieces of information in text. (ELACC1.RI.3)

- ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify meaning of words in text. (ELACC1.RI.4)
- read about and describe the life of historical figure in American history. (SOC.1.SS.1H1)

In math we will continue working on adding and subtracting within 20 using strategies.  (MCC1.OA.6)

In writing we will work on enhancing the students' narrative writings with the use of temporal words.(ELACC1.W.3) We will review how to form letters correctly and using appropriate spacing between words and sentences. (ELACC1.L.1a,k)  We will learn more about nouns, and begin learning about verbs. (ELACC1.L.1b,c)

For phonic we will learn more about digraphs. The students will have a small group phonic lesson with me depending on each individual needs. (ELACC1.RF.1a, 2.b,d, 3.a,b,g)  

The students will have small group guided reading lessons will me throughout the week.  These groups and lessons are based on students' needs and are differentiated. (ELACC1.RF.4.a,b,c)

Spelling:
- assessment over list 10 on Friday.

Mrs. Folsom 

Nov. 4- 8

Through the Land forms unit, the students will:

- ask and answer questions about details in text. (ELACC1.RI.1)

- identify main topic and retell key details in text. (ELACC1.RI.2)

- describe connection between two pieces of information in text. (ELACC1.RI.3)

- ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify meaning of words in text. (ELACC1.RI.4)
- identify major topographical features of the earth's surface.(SS1G3)

In math we will determine the unknown whole number in an addition or subtraction equation relating three whole numbers. (MCC1.OA.8)

In writing we will work on enhancing the students' narrative writings with the use of temporal words.(ELACC1.W.3) We will also review how to form letters correctly and using appropriate spacing between words and sentences. (ELACC1.L.1a,k)

For phonic we will be learning about digraphs /th/ and /wh/. The students will have a small group phonic lesson with me depending on each individual needs. (ELACC1.RF.1a, 2.b,d, 3.a,b,g)  

The students will have small group guided reading lessons will me throughout the week.  These groups and lessons are based on students' needs and are differentiated. (ELACC1.RF.4.a,b,c)

Spelling:
- assessment over list 8 on Monday
- assessment over list 9 on Friday

Mrs. Folsom

Oct.28- Nov.1

We will be wrapping up our Bat unit and begin our unit on Land forms this week.

We will reading and compare Stellaluna and Owl Moon. (ELACC1.RL.8)

Through the Land forms Informational text unit, the students will:

- ask and answer questions about details in text. (ELACC1.RI.1)

- identify main topic and retell key details in text. (ELACC1.RI.2)

- describe connection between two pieces of information in text. (ELACC1.RI.3)

- ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify meaning of words in text. (ELACC1.RI.4)

In math we will use addition and subtraction to solve word problems using objects and/or drawings. (MCC1.OA.1)

In writing we will work on enhancing the students' narrative writings with the use of temporal words.(ELACC1.W.3) We will also review how to form letters correctly and using appropriate spacing between words and sentences. (ELACC1.L.1a,k)

For phonic we will be learning about diagraphs /ch/ and /sh/. The students will have a small group phonic lesson with me depending on each individual needs. (ELACC1.RF.1a, 2.b,d, 3.a,b,g)  

The students will have small group guided reading lessons will me throughout the week.  These groups and lessons are based on students' needs and are differentiated. (ELACC1.RF.4.a,b,c)

I hope everyone has a safe and fun Halloween. 

Mrs. Folsom

Picture Retakes- Oct. 29

Fall picture retakes will be Tuesday, Oct. 29. 

 Please let me know through email or note if you need an order form.

Anti-Bullying Poster Contest

Please check your child's red PTA folder for information on our ANTI-BULLYING POSTER CONTEST! Posters are due on November 1st and the 1st place winner from each grade level will have their poster displayed around the school and in all of their grade level classrooms! 2nd and 3rd place winners will have their posters displayed all around the school!

Here is more information Anti-bullying-poster-contest.docx

October 21- 25, Conference Week

I am looking forward to seeing everyone this week.
Please remember to be on time for your conference and don't forget your child.  :)

Tuesday will be the 50th day of school.  We will be celebrating this special day with standard based 50's themed centers organized by the first grade room moms.   We are asking the students to dress in their best 50's outfit.

* Remember that students will be released early everyday this week.  I must have a note with your signature for all transportation changes. 

                                                       

October 14- 18

You guessed it...our new unit will be BATS!  

Through this Informational text unit, the students will:

- ask and answer questions about details in text. (ELACC1.RI.1)

- identify main topic and retell key details in text. (ELACC1.RI.2)

- describe connection between two pieces of information in text. (ELACC1.RI.3)

- ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify meaning of words in text. (ELACC1.RI.4)

- know and use various text features (table of content, headings, glossaries, electronic menus) to local key       features or information in text. (ELACC1.RI.5)

In math we will have lessons and centers where the students will determine if given equations are true or false. (MCC1.OA.7: Understands the meaning of the equal sign AND determines if equations are true or false)  In addition the students will continue to reinforce their math facts with their flash cards, as well as sustain their number sense through math centers.

In writing we will work on enhancing the students' narrative writings with the use of temporal words.(ELACC1.W.3) We will also review how to form letters correctly and using appropriate spacing between words and sentences. (ELACC1.L.1a,k)

For phonic we will be reviewing the short vowels o and u.  The students will have a small group phonic lesson with me depending on each individual needs. (ELACC1.RF.1a, 2.b,d, 3.a,b,g)  

The students will have small group guided reading lessons will me throughout the week.  These groups and lessons are based on students' needs and are differentiated. (ELACC1.RF.4.a,b,c)

We will be working on all the above standards, AND we will be preparing for conferences.  I am looking forward to seeing all you with your child next week at our scheduled conference time

Mrs. Folsom

Sept. 30, Oct. 1, Oct. 2

This will be a short but a busy week. 

This week we will:

- wrap up our Wizard of Oz (reading/writing) unit

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSZxmZmBfnU

- wrap up our study of Weather

- learn about fact families 

- visit the media center on Wednesday to check out new books

* Please help your child learn how to tie his/her shoelaces.  I have been helping the students by tying shoes.  However I have told the students that I will not tie shoes after the Winter Break.

http://youtu.be/CWl2dPfBQPk

* The new Cra-Z-Loom bracelets have become an issues for some of the students.  Please tell your child to leave his/her bracelets at home.  

* View upcoming events on the Pickett's Mill website http://www.cobbk12.org/pickettsmill/

September 23- 27

Happy Fall Y'all

I hope everyone had a great weekend.  

This week we will be working on:

• Math: how to solve subtraction problems using various strategies  
• Integrated Language Arts: 
• continue reading The Wizard of Oz 
• learn about story elements 
• types of weather and tools used to measure weather
• writings related to The Wizard of Oz 
• Writing: continue to work on Narrative Writings, learn how to proofread writings and correct mistakes 

*Remember to refer to the Pickett's Mill School website calendar for upcoming events.  

* Update on Birthday treats: 

           All the students in the classroom are able to eat Rice Krispie treats.

~ Mrs. Folsom   

Sept. 16-20

Another busy and fun week ahead at the Mill!
Here is what we will be learning about this week.

Math: 
The students are learning different strategies to use when solving addition problems. (doubles, doubles plus 1, number lines, drawing a picture)  The students will be solving addition problems written horizontal and vertical, as well as addition word problems.  
If you have not sent in addition and subtraction flash cards, please send in the sets of cards as soon as possible.

Integrated Language Arts: 
We will continue reading The Wizard of Oz.  While reading the class will talk about the characters and settings, as well as the sequence of the story.  The students will continue to work in their Wizard of Oz journals.
We will begin our study of Weather during this time. The students will learn about different types of weather. The students will investigate weather by keeping a Weather Journal.

Writing Workshop: 
We will continue working on our Personal Narrative writings. 

And.....

The students will be taking the CogAT test Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday morning from 8:00- 10:00.

:) Mrs. Folsom

September 9- 13

  

We will begin our Wizard of Oz unit this week!

The unit will consist of the following activity:

- I will read an adapted version of L. Frank Baum's Wizard of Oz.   

- The students will learn about story elements, specifically character and      setting this week.

- The students will practice completing story element graphic organizers.

- We will review seasons, and how the weather is different in each season.

The students will continue working on Narrative Writing. We will work on topic sentences, staying on topic and using transition words.   

We will also begin our addition unit.  The students will learn about the concept of addition, practice addition facts and solving addition word problems. 

I am looking forward to a great week!  Thanks for your support.
Mrs. Folsom

Sept. 3-6

Goals for the Week:

- The students will become more familiar with composing and decomposing numbers with various math tools and materials. (base tens blocks, ten frames, unifix cubes)

- The class will finish our study of Benjamin Franklin.

- The class will talk about story elements (setting, characters, events, problem/ solution).  The students will begin using story maps graphic organizers. 

- The class will continue working on our Daily 5 procedures.  

- The class will continue working on our Writer's Workshop procedures.

- The class will have our first spelling test this Friday over List 1.  The spelling words are in your child's Ocean binder.

Homework begins the week. 

The homework calendar is in your child's Ocean binder. Your child's First in Math username and password will come home this week.  

I will be sending home a Scholastic Reading Club flyer this week.  To order books for your child visit the Scholastic website at scholastic.com/readingclub .  I will not be collecting money.  All orders must be placed online.  Our class activation code is GTPKB.  

I will also be sending home a flyer for Highlights.  Please check yes or no, sign your name, and return the flyer to school.  Our class will receive games or supplies depending on how many signed flyers are returned, no matter the number of yes or no replies.  

Thanks for all your support! 
Mrs. Folsom

Gifted Eligibility Meeting

There will be a Gifted Eligibility Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 5 at 6 pm.  The meeting will be in the cafeteria.  The gifted teachers will explain how the gifted eligibility process works.  

Remember CoGAT testing will be Sept. 18, 19, & 20.    

Aug. 26- 30

I enjoyed seeing everyone at Open House last Wednesday.  I am looking forward to a great year.  

I forgot to mention a few things during Open House.  
* The students will only have 10 minutes to eat their snack.  Please only send in one snack for your child to eat during this time. 
* It would be a good idea to have your daughter wear shorts under her dress or skirts.  This is a suggestion, not a requirement. 
* Remember athletic shoes for PE and for music (due to movement) classes.
* READ clubs: When I assess the kids on their sights words, they need to see the word and say it quickly.  If they have to sound out the word or if they read the word slowly, I will mark that the student needs more practice.
* Please send in Addition and Subtraction flash cards.  Write your child's name on the box or baggie.  

This week we will be working on the following skills.
- composing and decomposing numbers with tens and ones base ten blocks
- counting and recalling numbers 120, using 120 number chart
- learning more about tools we use when reading text
- talking about letter sounds, vowels/consonants,word families
- learn about Benjamin Franklin contributes and character traits
- how to write a sentence correctly, different between Wow and Blah sentences

Thanks for your support!
Mrs.Folsom

Aug. 19- 23

I am looking forward to another exciting week at Pickett's Mill!

Open House will be Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 6pm.  See you then!

This is what we will be working on this week.

• understanding and making teen numbers with ten frames and base ten blocks
• how to pick the perfect books to read during Self Selected Reading
• continue to practice our Daily 5 procedures
• review the classroom rules and finish our rules book
• continue to practice our Writer's Workshop procedures
• review the procedures of our classroom and school

Remember to check your child's OCEAN binder every afternoon.  Make sure your child knows how he/she is going home, especially if it changes daily.  All transportation changes must be written with your signature and dated.  

Math Websites

Math:
http://www.internet4classrooms.com/skills_1st.htm

Skip Counting:
http://www.ictgames.com/fairyfog.html
http://www.oswego.org/ocsd-web/games/spookyseq/spookycb2.html

Odd and Even numbers:
http://www.oswego.org/ocsd-web/games/Ghostblasterseven/ghosteven.html
http://www.crickweb.co.uk/assets/resources/flash.php?&file=npmenu

Place Value:
http://www.learningbox.com/Base10/BaseTen.html
http://www.ictgames.com/sharknumbers.html

Addition and Subtraction:
http://www.learningbox.com/Base10/CatchTen.html
http://www.funbrain.com/cgi-bin/nl.cgi?A1=s&A2=0
http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/thats_a_fact/english_K_3.html
http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/thats_a_fact/english_K_3.html

Open House

Open House will be August 21!