Today was a busy day. We learned, learned, and learned right from the start today. However, mid way through we took time out to just be KIDS! Our class paired up with Mrs. Powell's 2nd graders to make some fun snowmen. Kids had to model how to do it to their 2nd grade buddy. For thirty minutes, the teachers backed out and the kids took over. It was so fun to see them help those little ones. What a great group of kids in both classes! In a half hour, we did not have to tone down the volume one time. Wowzers when you think of 40 some kids together in an open classroom. And didn't they turn out absolutely adorable???? Academic purpose: NONE! Social purpose: Their entire future on leadership and socializing skills with others. Pretty important stuff if you ask me!
In CC meeting today, we read another RJ book. Today, he helped us discover why it is important to work with others and to share. RJ put a great twist on the concept. He taught us that when we work on a team, we learn more about ourselves. We learn what we are good at and what we can bring to a group setting. Rusty's show was also on this exact topic. He sure knows how to read my mind! (Or is it me reading his????)
We continued on in our Lead 21 Theme Readers today. We finished Chapter One. Kids had to figure out what planet they would like to live on if they could choose any of the 9 and then provide specific evidence from a picture as to why. Ask your kiddo what planet they picked and why. If they can tell you, write the planet they chose in the planner for $10 tomorrow.
I would like to close by adding the next two points of the article I posted last night....
10 Thoughts a Teacher Hopes All Parents Know
3. I am not perfect. I, too, will make mistakes. I am sorry. If there is a problem, please approach me with a mindset of what is best for your child, and don’t hold it against me. (Remember I know we are both not perfect- see #2!)
4. Your child’s education is not about you and any embarrassment you may have. I simply want what is best for your child to be successful. This may mean being honest with your child. There is nothing wrong with being honest about negative behaviors you are observing with your child as long as you reassure them you are there to support. Please work with me if I approach you. I am doing so to help your child, not to inconvenience you.
Have a wonderful evening and thanks for trusting me with your kids!
Ms. Erickson
