It was nice to be back and see so many wonderful happy faces. Since I spent most of my break cutting back overgrown foliage in my backyard (all this rain has caused more growth than steroids!) I was happy to see everybody.
We're starting the Money Unit in Open Court. It's a bit abstract at first, but students come to really enjoy this look at what money is and what role it plays in our lives. I encourage the children to bring in coins and bills from other countries (small denominations are obviously best) to decorate the Concept/Question board. If you can loan us some bills, be sure you somehow put your name on it so we can get them back to the right person. I forgot to do this last year, and we were VERY confused six weeks later about who brought in what.
In math we are beginning the division unit. If students have really learned the multiplication tables, then this unit is a breeze. If not....
Homework: (1) Write a letter to a friend or family member telling about your Spring Break. You can make it more interesting than it really was! Be sure to use the proper return address, date, salutation, and conclusion. Indent as appropriate. Skip lines, please to make editing easier. (2) Division worksheet -- this one is not due until Wednesday.
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