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Sunday, December 9, 2012

Week 15 December 10-14

              

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This week we will read a variety of Christmas books. The students will focus on identifying the plot of each story.

Sunday, November 25, 2012

Week 13 November 26-30

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This week we will read Little Panda by Joanne Ryder. The students will  learn about  the birth and growth of  Hua Mei,  the first panda cub to survive in captivity at the San Diego Zoo.

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Week 12 November 12-16

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This week we will read Jack and the Beanstalk. 
Join young Jack as he climbs a giant beanstalk to a magic castle in the clouds. Meet a hen that lays golden eggs and a harp that sings by itself. And don't forget the ogre. A classic fairy tale with a vigorous look that will leave you chanting "Fee-fi-fo-fum!"

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Week 11 November 5-9



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Suspense builds as children follow a dormouse searching for a winter home. She observes squirrels, wasps, toads, etc., readying their homes, and escapes from an owl and a snake, finally finding the perfect spot in a tree.

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Week 10 October 29- November 2


Bear Snores on
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This week we will read Bear Sores On  by  Karma Wilson. In the story, some animals stop by Bear's cave to warm up from the cold, but even after they've brewed tea and popped corn, Bear snores on. What will Bear do when he wakes up to find his cave full of uninvited guests having a party without him?


October Art

Sunday, October 21, 2012

Week 9 October 22-26



Editors of Kingfisher Animal Babies in Grasslands
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This week we will read animal babies in grasslands by Jennifer Schofield. Throughout the story, student will be introduced to seven animals from different habitats, and learn important information about each animal.


October Art


Sunday, October 14, 2012

Week 8 October 15-19

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This week we will read Nature Spy by Shelley Rotner and Ken Kreisler. Throughout the story, students will look at the natural world as a young girl calls attention to the sizes, shapes, and patterns found in plants and animals.


Sunday, September 30, 2012

Week 6 October 1-5

Dig Dig Digging
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This week, we will read Dig, Dig, Digging by Margaret Mayo. Throughout the book, students will explore the unique capabilities of different machines, and that they all have something in common




Last week, the students learned about Community Helpers. Thanks to Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten for the community helper art idea.  

Ms. Jackson's Community Helpers!




Check out our Ms. Jackson's Class crazy socks


Sunday, September 16, 2012

Week 4 September 17-21






 

This week, we will read Miss Bindergarten Takes a Field Trip with Kindergarten, written by Joseph Slate and illustrated by Ashley Wolff.  In the story, Miss Bindergarten leads her class on a tour through town, exploring and learning about various community helpers along the way.






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Sunday, September 9, 2012

Week 3 September 10-14

This week we will read Plaidypus Lost by Janet and Susan Stevens Crummel. The story is about a young girl who misplaces her favorite stuff toy, a platypus made out of her grandfather's old plaid shirt. We will take a journey on their adventure and share in the anxiety of the little girl when she misplaces her Plaidypus, and witness her joy in finding him again.


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September Art


Riding the Bus to School!



Monday, September 3, 2012

Welcome Letter

Welcome Families,

            Kindergarten is a time that children begin a lifetime of learning. It is a year for learning, growing, making friends, and a lot of fun, too! Our days are filled with stories, letters, phonics, numbers, writing, and many other activities and memories. What a pleasure it will be to have your child in my classroom.This is going to be an exciting year!
 
 Best Wishes,
Ms. Jackson
 
Important Reminders
 

Behavior: With regard to behavior, your child is expected to act in a manner that will ensure safety and consideration for the feelings of others. Please see the Student Handbook for further information about behavior and discipline.
 
Arrival/Dismissal: We are prepared to welcome students at 7:30 a.m. Please do not drop off students before 7:30 a.m.
 
Pick up time: The school day runs until 3:10 p.m. and students leaving early miss valuable information. We begin loading afternoon pick ups at approximately 3:20 p.m. Unless it is an absolute necessity, please do not sign your child out in the afternoon prior to dismissal.  If your child needs to ride a different bus than his/her usual one, or if your child normally rides the bus and will be picked up after school, please send a note or call the school at 281-328-9370 before 1:00 p.m. to let us know of the change.
 
Breakfast/Lunch: Breakfast is served from 7:45 a.m. until 8:15 a.m. daily. The price for breakfast is $1.30 and the lunch price is $2.10.
 
Friday Folders: These folders go home every Friday which include your child's weekly work and important school wide information. Please return the folders on Monday.
 
Birthdays: If you would like to send a birthday treat for the class, please send  a note the day before. We will celebrate birthdays no earlier than 2:30 p.m.
 
Volunteer: Volunteering is essential in providing the best opportunity for your child’s education. Keep an eye out for specific information about volunteering.
 
Communication: The best way to contact me is by calling the school at 281-328-9370 or through email. My email address is ojackson@crosbyisd.org. Please do not post any questions you may have about your child on the blog. The blog was created to keep parents informed about important information.