Math Mountains!!

We are working on solving for the missing partner (yes... Algebra in kindergarten).  The students are really getting the hang of it!!  This week we worked in small groups and with partners to explore strategies to solve for the missing partner/addend.  Check out these picture and click on the link below to watch a video that explains how we use Math Mountains as a strategy.

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A Lesson in Being a Good Sport!!

Today I shared some stories with the children about some of my failures.  I want them to know that I try many things... sometimes I fail but because I never give up sometimes I succeed as well!!  I hope your child learned today that trying, perseverance, and even failing sometimes are all things great leaders have in common!!  We had a lot of fun!!

We're so excited!!!!

Today we were blessed to receive 30 iPads for our classroom!!  We are so excited to begin using them  to research information, utilize as a part of Daily 5 literacy instruction, and so much more!!  I will be collaborating with our technology specialist from the county to develop lesson plans to maximize the use of these amazing learning tools!!  Please discuss the importance of taking good care of these iPads with your child! I will be sending home an agreement for you and your child to sign.  We are so grateful for these tools and we want them to be taken care of so they can provide benefits for years to come!!  Thanks so much!!