There's been a lot happening in Grade 2.1 in the past few weeks. We've had fun with technology - taking a 'field trip' to the moon using Google Cardboard. We also were able to experience what it would be like on top of snowy mountains and deep in the ocean. Mr. Gallagher also spent a morning with our class, teaching us about coding. Students then were able to use the computers to practice coding. If your child would like to practice more coding, they can access Code Studio.
Students have been investigating their misconceptions about the earth, moon and sun using non-fiction text, and websites and videos using the Chromebooks. We have been working hard to take notes in our own words, and record the source of our information. Next week, students will be applying their newly gained knowledge in order to make a non-fiction book about their misconception. We have also been exploring the form and function of text features, noting which are important and helpful when finding certain types of information.
In math, we have been consolidating our understanding of telling time to the hour, half hour and quarter hour. We have also been collecting data about wake up and bed times, organising data and interpreting different graphs. When reviewing days of the week and months of the year, students worked together in groups to discover how many weeks make up a year. They realized they could move 'extra days' that weren't in a 7 day week into groups of 7 to make full weeks. I was impressed with students' ability to work cooperatively and to take on a variety of different roles.
Next week will conclude our third unit of inquiry. We will also be adding to our portfolios and reflecting before the end of the year.
Tonight is the Elementary School Concert, and the students are so excited to perform for family and friends. They've been working extremely hard and are ready to sing and dance!
Have a relaxing weekend and see you tonight,
We are 7 and 8 year old students who live in Singapore. Our teacher, Ms. Luttrell, will be helping us write blog posts throughout the year!
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