November 30, 2012

Dear Gefen Families,

This week in science we conducted two experiments. First, we made our own parachutes using a napkin, string, stickers and a paper clip. We observed how the air and the weight of the paper clip made the parachute move. Next, we used syringes and rubber tubing to "push" on air. We learned about pressure and compression with this second experiment.

Hanukkah is quickly approaching! We read and discussed the story of Hanukkah and the meaning behind the customs. We also shared another cute story called Mrs. Greenberg's Messy Hanukkah and did some fun word searches, word finds, a mini book on the how to steps of making latkes, and we wrote about Hanukkah memories. The children are also learning about Hanukkah in Hebrew.

For grammar skills we learned about using commas in a list. We also talked about using commas when writing the date and when we write cities and states.

In math we are near completion of our money unit. Some children are working on identifying and counting coins while others are working on making change. Our next unit will be telling time, using a calendar and time word problems.

Shabbat Shalom,

Hamorah Caren