Graphing Our Class Reward

We are working on graphing during math right now.  Last week we learned how to interpret and create pictographs. Together the class generated a list of rewards for earning all of Mr. Potato Head's pieces.  We then created a data table and voted on a class reward!  After, the kids made pictographs on dry erase boards.  Check out our results!

Chloe's Pictograph

Be sure to have your child wear his/her PJ's on Tuesday!

Class Reward!

We earned our first class reward! Each day the class shows "evidence" of star behavior we add a piece to Mr. Potato Head. Once Mr. (Or Mrs.) Potato Head has all of his/her pieces, the class gets a reward! We will choose our reward tomorrow! I am very proud of the class, they have ALL been working hard to show STAR behavior!

Meet Coach Bob!

What is The Daily Five?

The Daily 5 continues to be the focus of our literacy instruction in second grade. Take a few minutes to watch this video, it is a great overview of The Daily Five and how it is structured in the classroom. What can your child tell you about "read to self" and "work on writing?"

Supplies Appreciated!

If you are interested in donating supplies to our classroom, it is greatly appreciated!
We need:

1. Glue sticks
2. Baggies (Snack, sandwich, quart and gallon size)
3. Dry erase markers, all sizes and colors
4. Tissues

Star Behavior

Last week I began sending home the Daily Star Report.  The purpose of the star report is to keep families informed about the choices their children are making in the classroom.  Together, the class generated a list of behavior promises.  These promises are found at the top of the daily star report.   Each day the class shows star behavior they earn a Mr. Potato head piece.  Once Mr. (Or Mrs.) Potato head has all of his pieces, the class earns a reward! I am proud of how hard the class is working to show "evidence" of star behavior.  Also, don't forget to read the notes at the bottom.  This is a great way for  children to have  conversations at home about what they are learning in school.
Don't forget to initial your child's report nightly! 

First Mystery Solved!

Today the class solved their first mystery!
Meet Salty and Stripes our two hermit crabs.  They will be joining us this year in second grade.  Great detective work second graders!





Salty and Stripes chatting about their first day of school!

Classroom Information

• Children are welcome to bring in a water bottle to keep at their desks.  Please make sure it has a flip top lid.  Screw top lids are welcome during lunchtime.
• Please try to send in the supplies listed in the back to school letter by Monday.  These are also posted on the "Welcome to Second Grade" blog post.
• We will have an afternoon snack. I encourage a healthy snack as the children eat lunch at 11:45 and will need food that will sustain them for the afternoon.
• This year's specialist schedule is:

                       -Monday and Wednesday: PE
                      -Thursday: IT and Music
                      -Friday: Art

•  I encourage all families to become a follower of our blog and to check it weekly for updates and information.  I will use the blog as a major form of communication. I will also add activities and website links for the students.  Student work and photographs will be posted as well.  I will NOT post your child's photo unless I receive signed consent. This form was sent home today. Please return as soon as possible! 
• Please make sure you send a note in with any dismissal changes.  Be sure the note includes your child's first and last name!
• I look forward to talking with you more about our classroom on Curriculum Night.  Until then, if you have any questions or concerns feel free to call or email me at manderson@hanoverschools.org.

I am looking forward to a wonderful year with your children!