Dear Parents,

What a busy time of year! Besides our usual studies, we are busy preparing our minds and hearts for the coming of Jesus. We are also having fun with Christmas projects and learning Christmas Carols.

This year the first graders with "go caroling" through the halls of OLR followed by a Christmas Party complete with crafts and treats. We are hoping to secure Father Bartol Hall for this special event.

Our party moms are busy planning for our party. They may be contacting you to donate treats or your time. Please stay tuned.

The children really enjoyed shopping at Santa's Secret Shop last week. It was so nice to see them put so much thought into their selections. A special thanks to the moms who provided after-shopping treats!

We also had a great time seeing The Wizard of Oz last Friday. That afternoon we drew pictures of our favorite scenes from the play.

Because Christmas break is fast approaching, I need to get our Scholastic Book orders in A.S.A.P. Please have all orders in by Wednesday, December 10th.

Have a great week!

Ms. Kopilchack

Now, for a look at this week's activities:

Reading/Writing
Our story this week is Whose Baby? This is an informational story that teaches about baby animals and their families

We are working on our fourth class book, What Would You Bring Him?. The children imagine that they are visiting Baby Jesus and tell what gift they would bring Him. We are also working on a surprise project!

Phonics/Word Wall Activities
We continue with the short "o" sound and use our word wall to help us with our writing activities.

Math
We are learning several stategies to help us learn subtraction. We also practice math facts without the use of manipulatives.

Science
We wrap up our States of Matter activities before moving on to Sound, Light and Heat

Religion
We are learning about Advent and the true meaning of Christmas.

Homework
Study spelling words, Christmas story problems.