Thursday, January 3

 Thursday, January 3 

Popcorn Word: this
Color Word Focus: red

Phonics: We are beginning to learn about the digraph "th" today. Watch for a letter coming home today that explains who the "H Brothers" are. The letter explains the fun way we introduce th, ch, sh, 
 A storybook reader is scheduled for 9:00 to read I Wanna Room.

Work Stations

PhyEd today

 Math: 'Match Me Minus 1'
New Concept: We have been playing “Match me +1.” Today I want to show you a different version of “Match me.” We are going to play “Match Me - 1.”
Build a set of cubes on one side of the mat then build a set that is one fewer. Use the math talk card and a marker to describe your sets. 
Whole Group Explore: Today you will play “Match me - 1.” Take turns with your partner. You will use your math talk cards and a marker to describe the sets you build. 
Student Application: Students will draw leaves to answer the prompt at the top of the page.  
Students will write their numbers from 0-15.  

 Time for Kids: Explore the Moon

~The kids are excited to have lunch in our classroom today. I have special placemats and the lights will be dimmed to create a very special atmosphere for all the work they did over break!