Apples, Color Words, and Watch D.O.G.S!

Last week the kiddos had another fun week of learning! Our unit was "All About Apples". During our shared reading times, we read a poem titled, Apples. We picked out rhyming words and color words and even had fun substituting words. The following books were read aloud: Johnny Appleseed, Facts About Apples, The Seasons of Arnold's Apple Tree and Ten Apples Up On Top.

 After reading this book, the students worked together in 4 groups and decorated trees for each season. They are displayed in our hallway. They turned out really good! Not only did they learn about apples, but also the four seasons.

The students also enjoyed Ten Apples Up On Top! I stacked bean bags on top of their heads to represent apples. They were so funny and loved this activity! Afterwards, they made headbands and attached how many apples (bean bags) they had on top! There was one student who had 10!

The students also used their apples for graphing, counting, and eating! Thanks to everyone who sent in an apple or extras for other students! Our sight words were color words green and purple. Each day the students practiced writing and recognizing the words. The following color songs were also a fun way for them to learn:   http://www.youtube.com/embed/jHIx49XM91s   and http://www.youtube.com/embed/Q-LNLOU1Uag. Next week our color word will be yellow.

Thanks to all the dads, grandfathers, uncles, or other men who came out to the Watch D.O.G.S. pizza night on Tuesday. I am excited about this new program at our school. I know it will make a positive difference for our students! If you were unable to attend, it's not too late to get involved. Please call the office for information.

Thanks for all your support and I'm looking forward to meeting with all of you soon during Parent/Teacher conferences at the end of the month!

~ Mrs. Eilenstine