This week was filled with snow, reading, snow, math, snow, writing, and more snow ❄. We discovered new kinds of snow formations along the brook (see pictures below) and students had to trudge through the newly fallen snow on Wednesday morning after our snow day on Tuesday. We held reading groups inside this week and continued to host math groups outside for much of the week. I had the pleasure of reading with each student individually this week and I could not be prouder of the progress our group is making in reading. Every student is moving forward with their reading progress! I sure hope they are showing you some of those skills when at home. (Remember, third graders should be reading 20-30 minutes each night).
This week we continued our investigation of Hartford's history. We took a closer look at the early European settlers and what contributions they made to our town. We ended the week organizing Hartford facts in chronological order, gaining a new familiarity with historical timelines. Students also made the connection to the importance of having a written language because Abenaki people did not have a written language, and therefore we still do not know as much about their history as we would like to.
Looking ahead, this week coming up we will be spending a little more time inside to complete our next science unit. Students should plan to start their day inside all week. Don't worry, this will not become our norm 😉. We will be investigating animals through time and how their bodies have adapted in order to survive. The homework this week will be connected to our science unit.
Lastly, tomorrow night I will be hosting a Virtual Math Night for any family members who wish to gain a stronger understanding of the 3rd-grade math curriculum, key learning targets, and strategies to support your child at home. This discussion will be adult-focused. Students do not need to attend.
Questions to spark conversation:
Why do we have more information about the European settlers than the Abenaki? What information do you feel would be important to keep a record of?
What discoveries did you make in the woods this week?
Can you read to me for a few minutes? (listen and praise your child for how they sound, unknown words they solve, and the effort they put forth)
Tell me about the Train Wreck of 1887
Pictures from the week:
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| Enjoying lunch under the trees |
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| After snowy days and windy nights, these formations appeared. |
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| Chopping up the snow |
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| When searching for firewood, one student came across this intricate pattern inside the bark. |
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| Placing historical dates in order |
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| Our walking path has become a side slide |
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| Trying out a new hill for snack recess |
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