Transitional Kindergarten News
Poetry and Art: We explored the poem "5 Little Pumpkins" and illustrated it in our poetry journals. Students also created a crayon resist watercolor painting inspired by the poem.
Handwriting: We practiced the letter Cc in our handwriting books, focusing on the correct way to circle up and back. Mastering this movement will help with forming other letters like a, g, d, q, and o.
Math: We estimated and counted the number of seeds in a pumpkin. Wyatt was our best estimator of the week! We also began working on the "tricky teens," comparing numbers 1-12 and circling the greater number. Students enjoyed playing the card games War and Go Fish during our centers.
Alphabet Search: Students went on an alphabet search in our classroom, tracing the letters they discovered.
Reading and Art: While reading Halloween stories, we discussed characters and settings. Students then created a Halloween sticker character and drew the corresponding setting.
Science: We read "Pumpkin Jack," exploring the lifecycle of a pumpkin through all four seasons. We planted two whole pumpkins in containers of soil, sealed them, and named them Pumpkin Jack and Pumpkin Jill. They will be on display throughout the school year to observe the decomposition process.
Special Thanks: A big thank you to everyone who made our class Halloween party so special. The students loved all the games, crafts, and treats.
Reminders:
- Snack Calendars: Sent home earlier this week and should be in your child's green folder. Our sharing theme this month is to bring something your child finds outside (feather, acorn, leaf, etc.).
- Turkey Project: Please return your child's turkey project by next Friday. We will be sharing their disguises and displaying them on our lockers.
Things We Collect
Non fiction picture books
Ribbon
Paper lunch sacks
Water bottle caps/milk jug caps
Cardboard tubes
Bubble wrap
Smooth rocks
locks/keys
Nuts/bolts
Stationary/envelopes
Stickers
Craft items
Cardboard egg cartons
Baby food jars