January Newsletter

Granzow Gazette
January 2009

Thank You!
Once again, thanks to everyone who made our seasonal party a success. We couldn’t have done it without you.
The Issues With Tissues
Cold and flu season has already hit us hard this year, and it has made a serious dent in our tissue supply. I would deeply appreciate it if you could send your child in with an extra box of tissues, as it is only going to get worse before it gets better.

Lifeskill Update
Flexiblity- It’s not just about bending. Flexibility is about going with the flow, not getting frustrated when things don’t go your way, and being patient with yourself and others.

What We Are Learning?
Guided Reading: We are working on answering the questions of who, what, where, when, why, and how when we read, as well as context clues.
Math: We are learning about charts, graphs, and measurement.
Writing: We are working on descriptive words when we write.
Health: We are beginning our studies on how we grow and change, as well as how to take care of our bodies. There is a special homework assignment about a timeline project. (See rubric.)

Upcoming Dates
January 22- Timelines are Due.
January 28- Progress Reports
Book Report
A is for Axel by Kurt Browning- Part of an amazing series of alphabet books, this one is my favorite. Each page has a simple rhyme for each letter. There are also facts in the margins that makes for a more challenging read.