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.

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* 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