Buzzing about insects!

We began our INSECT UNIT this week! We have already learned so much about these amazing creatures and will be studying them for the next three weeks.

Making an insect with all three body parts

Learning about insects that do different things

We had a guest in 2nd grade this week! A student found a monarch chrysalis and we have watched it change throughout the week!

Insect traits

So excited for our insect unit!

We continue in our Daily 5 sessions and meeting in groups:

Work on writing

Read to self

Read to self

Word work

Work on writing

Read with someone

Read to self

We are studying maps in social studies. This week, students finished their land form project and began constructing a map of "Barefoot Island."

Creating a map with a map key

Creating a map with a map key

Creating a map with a map key

THERE WILL BE NO SPELLING LIST OR TEST FOR THE UPCOMING WEEK. 

Reminders:

*Field trip to Bishop Spencer on Tuesday 10/27. Students can wear orange, black, or Halloween-themed attire. We will leave school @ 9:45 a.m. and return at 11:30 a.m.

*Halloween festivities on Wednesday 10/28: Halloween Ball directly following chapel and 2nd grade party from 2-3 p.m. Students can wear their Halloween costume!

*Parent/teacher conferences on Thursday 10/29 and Friday 10/30... NO SCHOOL on these days.

We are so thankful for you and your students. Please enjoy a safe and happy weekend with your loved ones. Praying for peace and comfort for our community.

Love,

Jenny and Sarah