by newschoolsyr | May 10, 2017 | language arts
In our dictation class this year students have been working with spelling patterns for long and short vowel sounds in one-syllable words. For example, the short vowel sound is typically spelled CVC (Consonant-Vowel-Consonant) and the long vowel sound for many words is...
by newschoolsyr | May 7, 2017 | language arts
Students who participated in the Fudge Book Club read Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing, by Judy Blume. This is the first in a series of books featuring Fudge, a toddler, and his older brother, Peter. Fudge’s mischief-making always causes problems for Peter....
by newschoolsyr | May 7, 2017 | science
In Lego class 2nd and 3rd graders have been learning about simple and powered machines using hands-on activities. They investigated structures and forces, incorporating both rigid and flexible shapes in building deck chairs and drawbridges. Applying principles they...
by newschoolsyr | Nov 22, 2016 | language arts
Writing Prompt is a journaling time where the students are given a specific story starter or topic to write about. After introducing the prompt, the students briefly brainstorm what they might write, offering relevant words that I write on the board. Once they begin...
