May 13, 2011

Hello Parents and Students,

This week has been productive. Students are just about done with their Culture Kit. They are still collecting items to share and are decorating their boxes.

Also, just in case you're confused about the last book report, it does not require a ton of work. All the students have to do is remember a fairy tale, legend, or any folklore and retell it to the class in their own way. I know this may be challenging for some, but what ever they can do would be great. Students may use note cards to help them, but I'd like for them to try to remember the story if possible. NO WRITTEN SUMMARY IS NECESSARY.

The class has been working on rewriting a fairytale or making their own. Students are publishing the short picture books in class. They will be reading them to their Book Buddies next Friday. Next week will be the last week that I will send home a homework packet. That's exciting right?

Students will be bringing home the Wisconsin Fast Growing Plant that was pollinated soon. I've tried to make sure that they are NOT to go around pollinating the neighbor's plants unless they have permission. I've also planted some of the sunflower and wildflower seeds that some of you have sent.

Miscellaneous:
Please make sure you send in the overdue library books (or payment) before June 7th. Oh yeah, there is a contest for the class that has all of the books returned. We get a free ice cream or smoothie.

Also, if you volunteered at school in any way and got your invitation to the Parent Appreciation Luncheon, please respond ASAP. The lunch is this coming Tuesday. If you volunteered and didn't get an invitation, let me know if you can make it and I'll add you to the list.

Thank you and have a great weekend.
Ms. Lyles