Room 4 has had several friends and teachers out the past few weeks with illnesses. The flu, bad colds, strep throat, and stomach bugs abound. We have been washing hands a lot in Room 4. Also, we have needed a few reminders to use Kleenex instead of our shirts or sleeves when our nose is running.
Thank you to everyone who provided Room 4 with the supplies to do our experiments. We are still in need of green and brown model magic.
Did you know that Mercury made it’s transit in front of the sun starting early November 11th? This happens only 13 times each century. The next time it happen will be in 2032. We had a fun lesson and discussion about Mercury and Room 4 is amazed by our solar system.
Next Tuesday, November 19, Room 4 will complete the Math MAP test. This is the second testing session of the school year. I am confident that we will see growth due to all of the hard work the students in Room 4 have been completing.
Next Friday, November 22nd, there will be a dress down day for $1.00.
Also, I will be going to Italy for my honeymoon on November 21st. I usually have the students make Friendship Stew the few days before our Thanksgiving Break. Because I will be out of the country, we will not be able to make it this year. I plan on making it before our Winter Break. Please be on the look out for a sign up genius for food supplies.
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
I Haven't lost my mind...yet!
I honestly can't believe that the last time I posted was literally a month ago! October has flown right by. Room 4 has been quite busy learning all about the creation of our universe, volcanoes, land forms, and the elements.
We did an experiment, in which we tried to make our own volcano, that failed quite sadly. With that being said, I would really appreciate if one of our Room 4 parents is willing to donate 40 volume hydrogen peroxide, a pack of dry yeast and red food coloring.
The children are learning about land forms and water forms. After they with the Montessori land forms, they are creating their own and doing research on their favorite one. I am in need of a lot of brown and green model magic. We have used up all of it. Thank you to anyone who would be willing to donate.
In our study of 3-D shapes, we are using marshmallows and toothpicks to make the shapes. All of the marshmallows have been used and we are in need of a few more bags.
On the half day, we did a fun project with Oreos making the phases of the moon. If you think about it look at the night time sky and ask your student if they know what phase of the moon that you are seeing.
Also, if your student came home saying that we were worried that Night Fury was dying. We were wrong! Ms. Anna researched and bought him a hammock, a warmer light and some crickets for him to eat. He’s a happy dragon now!
Important Dates:
Friday, October 25th: FALL FESTIVAL 5:00-7:30
Monday, October 28th- Friday, November 1st: Book Character Pumpkin Patch in the Media Center
October 29th Parent Education: Intrinsic Motivation
We did an experiment, in which we tried to make our own volcano, that failed quite sadly. With that being said, I would really appreciate if one of our Room 4 parents is willing to donate 40 volume hydrogen peroxide, a pack of dry yeast and red food coloring.
The children are learning about land forms and water forms. After they with the Montessori land forms, they are creating their own and doing research on their favorite one. I am in need of a lot of brown and green model magic. We have used up all of it. Thank you to anyone who would be willing to donate.
In our study of 3-D shapes, we are using marshmallows and toothpicks to make the shapes. All of the marshmallows have been used and we are in need of a few more bags.
On the half day, we did a fun project with Oreos making the phases of the moon. If you think about it look at the night time sky and ask your student if they know what phase of the moon that you are seeing.
Also, if your student came home saying that we were worried that Night Fury was dying. We were wrong! Ms. Anna researched and bought him a hammock, a warmer light and some crickets for him to eat. He’s a happy dragon now!
Important Dates:
Friday, October 25th: FALL FESTIVAL 5:00-7:30
Monday, October 28th- Friday, November 1st: Book Character Pumpkin Patch in the Media Center
October 29th Parent Education: Intrinsic Motivation
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
A Peek into Room 4: Week of September 23rd
Happy Fall Y’all! The weather this past weekend was glorious. It made me a bit nostalgic for my North Carolina roots, but after talking to friends, I found out it was warmer there than here over the weekend. I hope you and your families took advantage of the beautiful weather and spent time together outside. Of course, with the weather change, comes allergy and cold season. In class, we have talked a lot about make sure we wash our hands often and to cough into our elbows.
We just finished reading two books. One fiction and one non-fiction. The students really enjoyed The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo. It is a wonderful story about a china rabbit who, through many adventures, learns how to love. If your child hasn’t talked to you about it at home make sure to ask them about it. The other book we finished was Born with a Bang, A Story of our Universe. This week, Room 4 will have Maria Montessori’s first Great Lesson, The Coming of our Universe. The lesson is filled with many experiments and told in such a way to peak the students interest about our universe. During this time, we also read and discuss other creation stories from around the world. I’m very excited to include pictures of the activities that the students will create after the first Great Lesson.
Be on the lookout in your emails for a SignUp Genius for our first 9 week conferences. I am truly looking forward to meeting each one of you and discussing your child’s progress.
Important Dates:
Friday, September 27th- Dress Down for $1 to benefit the efforts in the Bahamas and Carolinas
*Also, it’s class picture day and picture make up day.
Thursday, October 3rd- Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
We just finished reading two books. One fiction and one non-fiction. The students really enjoyed The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo. It is a wonderful story about a china rabbit who, through many adventures, learns how to love. If your child hasn’t talked to you about it at home make sure to ask them about it. The other book we finished was Born with a Bang, A Story of our Universe. This week, Room 4 will have Maria Montessori’s first Great Lesson, The Coming of our Universe. The lesson is filled with many experiments and told in such a way to peak the students interest about our universe. During this time, we also read and discuss other creation stories from around the world. I’m very excited to include pictures of the activities that the students will create after the first Great Lesson.
Be on the lookout in your emails for a SignUp Genius for our first 9 week conferences. I am truly looking forward to meeting each one of you and discussing your child’s progress.
Important Dates:
Friday, September 27th- Dress Down for $1 to benefit the efforts in the Bahamas and Carolinas
*Also, it’s class picture day and picture make up day.
Thursday, October 3rd- Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Week of September 16: A glimpse into Room 4
Last Friday, we had a special visitor come observe our classroom. Her name is LeDene and she has been a pioneer for public Montessori in South Carolina for 30 years. After her visit, she expressed to me how impressed she was with the high levels of concentration, the work choices and the authenticity of our students. I am extremely proud of each and every one of them for their hard work.
Last week, I also started teaching the students how to do a simple crochet stitch. I haven’t been able to get to everyone yet. I am hoping that, eventually, each student will be able to crochet several rows. I love to crochet. It is something that I can do with my hands while listening to a book on tape, watching a TV show or hear the stories of my family’s day at school or work.
We are really getting into the Montessori lessons and I am very excited to see the students respond so enthusiastically to the materials. I have noticed that they want to push themselves beyond what I presented in the initial lessons.
Last week, I also started teaching the students how to do a simple crochet stitch. I haven’t been able to get to everyone yet. I am hoping that, eventually, each student will be able to crochet several rows. I love to crochet. It is something that I can do with my hands while listening to a book on tape, watching a TV show or hear the stories of my family’s day at school or work.
I love to sing. I started as a voice major when I was a freshmen in college but decided that I wasn’t going to make a living being the next big opera singer. Teaching seemed like the next best option. I always have used music and songs to help me remember information. This week, I introduced the kids to SchoolHouse Rocks and we have been learning our 3 times tables. Here is a super cute video of them practicing the song yesterday.
Please remember these upcoming dates:
September 19th Parent Education 6:00 – 7:00 PM – MINDING YOUR MANNERS
September 20thINTERNATIONAL PEACE DAY CELEBRATION
September 21st Parent Education 8:30 – 10:00 AM – MINDING YOUR MANNERS
September 27th FALL PICTURES – Class Pictures & Make-ups
Monday, September 9, 2019
Learning, Hurricanes and Maria! OH MY!
I don't know about the rest of you but I feel like I am starting over this week. After 4 weeks, Room 4 was beginning to get into a groove with our routines and lessons. Now, 10 days later, we have to rake up the spanish moss of our minds and remember the lessons taught and learned.
As of today, we have finished MAP testing! YAY! I think I am more excited about that being over with for now than the kiddos.
The Friday before we left for the Labor Day weekend, Room 4 celebrated Maria Montessori's 149th birthday. We are so thankful for her innovative and pioneering work in the field of education. Her methods invoke wonder in us all.
You will learn so much more about Montessori education and philosophy this Thursday night at the Yamacraw Center for the Arts (Garrison) from 6 p.m. -9 p.m. Please join us for this amazing opportunity.
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Week 3 Happenings
Our community is really getting into the groove of the 2019-2020 school year. I am very impressed with our work choices and the students drive to learn. I have been observing the environment with the students quite a bit and I notice that the students are eager to learn new lessons. They are sponges right now. Remind me to come back to this post in December before we leave for Winter Break when we are all tired.
Tomorrow there is a PTA meeting in the MPR from 6:30-7:30. Prowl Food Truck will be there serving burgers, wings, fried chicken and fries.
MAP Math testing starts tomorrow and will end next Friday. This is the first MAP test of the school year. The students will be tested in Math and Reading.
Room 4 Needs:
Model Magic (all colors)
Crickets for Night Fury
Yarn
Headphones for testing and technology
Tomorrow there is a PTA meeting in the MPR from 6:30-7:30. Prowl Food Truck will be there serving burgers, wings, fried chicken and fries.
MAP Math testing starts tomorrow and will end next Friday. This is the first MAP test of the school year. The students will be tested in Math and Reading.
Room 4 Needs:
Model Magic (all colors)
Crickets for Night Fury
Yarn
Headphones for testing and technology
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