Happy Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Weekend!
The Pilgrims and Morning Messages
Right now we're learning about the Pilgrims (better late than never!). I love incorporating academics into my Morning Messages. Check it out!
MWRA = Massachusetts Water Resources Authority
Our school was so lucky to have a FREE visit from the MWRA! The kids learned about where the water comes from and where it goes after we use it. In addition, we learned how all building are attached to a water main. The project included drawing local building and making sure they were attached to the water main:
What Students Are Supposed To Be Learning in Social Studies
Several years ago I participated in an Atlas project for curriculum development for Social Studies. I wrote about my experience in my Morning Message the next day:
During the professional development, I was noting all this information my third graders were supposed to know. Last week I decided to ask this year's students about the Pledge of Allegiance. Needless to say, we need to revisit the topic.
I'd love for you to ask your students to see what their answers are ~ especially if they're a bit older. Next week, I'll be reviewing the Pledge of Allegiance question again!
Story Structure
Our standards-based report card requires us to assess out students in these two areas:
*Demonstrate an understanding of story structure.
*Determine and summarize important ideas and details of a text.
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