February 5, 2015

Today we started of the day by reading Kathryn Otoshi's book, "One". This book inspired a conversation about how our words and actions can have an impact on others. We talked about hurtful things we have seen or experienced and wrote these on a big heart. Each time a hurtful phrase was written, the heart ripped a little. Once it was all torn up, we started to piece it back together with positive actions and words that can help someone feel better. When it was all taped together we knew that we had helped mend it but we also were aware of the negative words still written on it. Ask your us about why the heart doesn't look the same in the end and what we can do moving forward to prevent this from happening in our Cranston School community.

We had dance today with Ms. Janelle today. We got to show off some skills in breakdancing! We also got to play instruments with Mrs. McBride in music.

In math, we worked with Mrs. Cooper on measurement. We then finished off the day with our Tanga art project. We started to decorate the bags that we are going to be putting our writing kits into.

As we continue with our Tanga preparations, we would appreciate it if some parent volunteers could come into our class to assist us in putting finishing touches on our writing kits. We have a couple of tasks lined up over the next week or two, so if you are interested please email Miss Jackson or Mrs. Cooper. Thank you in advance! 

Just a few reminders:
1. Please return signed Report Card envelopes if you haven't already.
2. Review Scholastic Book orders and submit by February 6th for Miss Jackson's class.
3. Return order forms with payment if you are planning on ordering a Tanga t-shirt. Orders are due on February 9th (Monday).
4. If you didn't order a precorder because you have one at home, please start bringing these into school.