Daily Update:
We kicked off the week with our usual morning routine. Our spelling focus continued with the /aw/ sound, using words like bawl, launch, caught, and seesaw. Our "Show, Not Tell" sentence was: “It was rainy,” and students worked hard to describe the scene using rich, descriptive language. We practiced listening skills before jumping into a reading maze all about indoor lunch routines. We also introduced consonant combinations where one letter is silent—like kn, wr, and mb. In writing, we started a new unit on personal narratives. Do you know what a personal narrative is? Students began with a quick write and shared their ideas before we headed out for recess.

Math:
Grade 1 and 2 students continued reviewing place value, adding on, and column addition. Today, we added a tool to the mix—a hundreds chart! We practiced jumping straight down by tens and moving right for ones to help find answers. Grade 3 students worked on estimating sums in story problems involving two-digit numbers.

Science:
With the rain pouring down outside, we explored the topic of flash flooding. We discussed the three main conditions that lead to flash floods in places like "Flood Alley" in Texas. Do you remember what they are? We also compared them to the causes of flooding in New Brunswick—are they the same or different?

PE:
Today's PE block featured a rotation of centers, including floor hockey, rock wall, climbing wall, and basketball drills. There was something for everyone! Which center do you think is the class favorite?

End of Day Routine:
To wrap things up, we watched a French vocabulary video, signed our Home to School books, packed our bags, and enjoyed a few minutes of free choice time before the buses were called. A full and productive Monday!

Picture of the Day:
Morning meeting in full swing—discussing cards, sharing pictures, and negotiating trades!