In math we have been working on solving various word problems and documenting solutions. Most of the children can find answers readily, but clearly showing their thinking is much more challenging. We have been working on making diagrams, or pictures, with numbers to represent solutions. Students have also been encouraged to write a math equation to go with their solution.

This week during read aloud we have been focusing on Aesop's fables. We have read about 10 fables so far and discussed the morals, or lessons in the story. Ask your child to share a favorite with you.

This morning most of the children completed their animal projects in the computer lab. Next week they will work on organizing all of their pages in a slide show. They have done such a great job on these projects that I have decided to print each report as well so they can have a hard copy to keep.

*Next Monday we will travel to Harwood around 9:45 for an African music performance. We will return to school around 11:00.