The 2nd graders sure have been busy lately!
*In writing, did a fun writing project on "How to Catch a Leprechaun." We have also started our poetry unit! Students got to try out writing a poem about things they are lucky for.
*We have started a new science unit on magnets! Students have learned that opposite sides attract and same sides repel. Students have also learned that magnets are in a lot more products than the initially thought. Be sure to ask them at home what surprising things magnets can be found in.
*In math, students are still working hard on multi-digit subtraction with regrouping. This remains a tricky concept for many 2nd graders, so I recommend as much practice at home as possible. Students have also been working on solving money problems involving dollars, quarters, dimes, nickels and pennies. Be sure to quiz your 2nd grader on the value of these coins and if possible, practice adding multiple coins together.
*With all of the illnesses and sicknesses going around, we have been taking extra precautions in our classroom. We have been talking about the importance of washing hands for at least 20 seconds, sneezing into sleeves, and we have even watched a special "Mystery Doug" video on germs. Additionally, we have been sanitizing our desks and table tops at least every other day. We have gone through a LOT of Clorox wipes... but it's worth it! If you would like to donate any hand sanitizer or Clorox wipes for our classroom, it would be greatly appreciated and well used! Please see additional information on the flu, coronavirus and other illnesses sent out by the district in your e-mail.
*Remember that there is no school for students tomorrow, Friday, March 13th.
*Next Tuesday, March 17th is St. Patrick's Day! Please allow your child to wear green to help us celebrate.
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