December 19, 2011

• In Math we will be learning how to count to 20.  A new Workplace begins this week called, "Beat You to 20".  Students will play a game using unifix cubes, which will help them understand how to count to 20.
• In Language Arts we will be reading books about Christmas.  We'll also look at poetry and focus on "rhyming words". 
• In Social Studies we will focus on Christmas celebrations from Mexico, Germany, and the United States.
• Keep reading for "December Book-It".  The "January Book-It" calendar will be placed in their folder this week so your child can continue to read over the holiday break.
• Heart Words of the Week:  Review all the words they have learned so far.
• Special Theme This Week: "Christmas Celebrations Around The World"
• Gift Exchange:  There won't be a gift exchange between students in Kindergarten for the upcoming Holiday Party.
• My final day to teach in Kindergarten is December 23.  Mrs. Matulis returns on January 9.  Thank you for the opportunity to teach your child since September.  I have many fond memories and will miss the students and staff at Hollywood.  Thank you to everyone who has assisted in some way these past months. You are so appreciated!  Much joy to you throughout the holidays!               Miss Koehneke