Happy
Spring!
The snow is finally melting and we are beginning to see signs of spring.
April showers bring May flowers and lots of wet clothes… Please ensure your
child has an extra pair of socks packed in his/her bag, splash pants are also
encouraged on wet days.
Lenten Project
Thank you for your generous
donations to the Barrhaven Food Bank with our Lenten Spirit Days. This week is
we are collecting non-perishable food items to fill the front foyer of the
school. Students are invited to bring in food items any day this week.
Items Needed
We are in need of
tissues, wipes and glue sticks. If possible please send in these items for the
class. Thank you to those who have already sent some.
IMPORTANT DATES
Good Friday – April 18th – no school
Easter Monday – April 21st – no school
In Language we will be focusing on recounting an event
in writing (e.g., My Weekend). Our reading comprehension focus this month is on
making inferences using pictures and words from the text. We will also be
working on non-fiction features such as diagrams, labels and the table of
contents.
In Mathematics we will be working on solving addition and
subtraction problems. The students are encouraged to explain their thinking and
answers using pictures, numbers or words.
In Science continue to work on our living things inquiry. The students
have come up with several questions about living things and are researching
their questions in books and online.
In Drama the students will be learning to role play
and tell stories.
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The Grade 1 TeamJ
