Animal Habitats!

We have started researching and writing about animals and their habitats!  The second graders are so excited.  Thank you for your trips to the library! (Many students have shared that they got to go get more information from the library!)

We will be writing our reports exclusively at school, so you won't see the product until it is finished.  It's so important for students to begin to learn the steps of writing a research paper.  The sense of ownership and pride they feel when they are finished is amazing!  They are doing a great job so far and I am so proud of their work!

We are also studying the biomes of the world!  We started with deserts and are now studying the different kinds of grasslands throughout our planet.  Check in with your favorite second grader for some interesting information!

Upcoming Events!

Wow!  The year is just whizzing by!  Hard to believe we are already in April!  I just wanted to remind you of a few big events coming up:

April 14-16--Used Book Sale

                --Once again, the fifth graders are hosting a used book sale with the profits benefiting the fifth grade legacy project.  Last year, it was great!  Lots of great books to choose from and it supports a great cause.

April 16--Run for the Arts

April 20-- Family Write Night 6:30pm

              --A great and FREE night out with your family!  Come and meet a real live screenwriter AND learn how to start a family journal!  Your favorite second grader's poetry will also be on display!

May 13 -- 2/3 Artist in Residence Dance Performance 6:30pm

            --The second and third graders have been working with Rebecca Martinez, a wonderful dance instructor.  She has been teaching each class a different dance from Mexico or Cuba.  The students are looking fabulous and will be amazing at the performance!  Bring your video cameras!