Friday April 28, 2023

We are focused on subtraction in math these days, with our students practicing their mental math by rolling dice, adding the dots and then subtracting one number from another.  It's pretty complex!  Ask your child if they can tell you which direction on the number line they go when they add and when they subtract.

We have had more students share their interview questionnaire with the class.  Some of our older family members remember growing up during World War II...what amazing stories they have to tell.  Thank you for connecting your child with their family history and helping them develop their sense of the past and their family traditions.

Wednesday April 26, 2023

 

Our two Grade One classes combined this afternoon for our Wednesday Workshop Time. It’s such a joy to watch the students collaborate on projects and hatch big ideas together. Paint, tape and staples are used in impressive quantities!  You never know what will be the next big topic…today a student shared her “How to play the xylophone” manual complete with a mini-model xylophone made of popsicle sticks☺️

Tuesday April 25, 2023

A notice went home today about a parent council-sponsored event for the Woodlands School families in June.  The Carnival hasn't taken place for several years, but it is making an exciting comeback.  Please check your child's backpack for the notice and further information.

Working on a special surprise today...

Monday April 24, 2023

A few of our students returned their interview questions today and shared them with the class.  One of our grandmas grew up in England and didn't have a yard to play in...so kids played in the street!  Another great-grandma was born in a village in Europe and has only been in Canada since 2021.  We love these stories and they really provoke great conversations!  Thank you for continuing to send in your completed interviews!

Friday April 21, 2023

Students have been asked to interview an older family member about life in the past...check their backpacks for the recording sheet and help them decide on which family member to interview (the older, the better)!  We have been comparing our modern day homes, toys, and clothes with pictures from the olden days.  

We would love to have our interviews completed and returned by the end of next week.  Thank you for helping us out!

Thursday April 20, 2023

We are experiencing some very tumultuous spring weather (like we always do in Calgary)!  We head out for recess in spite of the flurries, so be sure to help your child prepare for some pretty chilly outdoor time by sending warm coats, hats and mitts for those unpredictable days. 

Wednesday April 19, 2023

We had such a big response to our Drawing Club from the grade 1s and 2s that we couldn’t accommodate everyone. We had to do a draw for 30 names, so there were definitely some disappointed kids whose names were not drawn. Who knew there was such a demand for a drawing club?!?  At any rate, there is always tons of opportunity to draw and colour in class so I will make sure our little artists are happy. First drawing club meeting will be tomorrow, kids will bring their lunches to the learning commons at 11:45 and then draw, colour and sketch until the end of lunch hour.