Welcome Back!

We are having a super-duper first day back! We spent all morning catching up and sharing details about our winter break. It sounds like a good time was had by all. We did a reflection activity and talked about the past and the future. Your child is bringing home a "mirror" with a favorite memory from 2011 and something they are looking forward to in 2012. We also read an old folktale today called The Mitten and your child has a homework assignment tonight! Here is what they need to do:
1. Your child is bringing home a paper mitten tonight
2. They need to retell you the story from memory, using the character cut-outs to help guide their story in order of events.
3. They do not have to read anything, but rather re-tell the main events to someone at home, using their mitten and characters for guidance.

Tomorrow we will read a different version of this same folktale and compare the 2 stories. Please be sure to have your child re-tell you today's story with their mitten prop. This activity helps with comprehension and sequencing. Encourage them to provide you with details and have them talk about the different characters when they have finished telling you their story.

I am so happy you all had such a nice break together! My first graders have grown up a LOT over this break. Have a wonderful night and welcome back! Happy New Year!