We are finishing our reading unit with the theme of changes. To complement the unit, we wrote non-fiction stories about the life cycle of plants or animals. Then the ConVal arts consultants came into the classroom to help us create accordion books with illustrations using the technique of Eric Carle's collage art. Here are a few photos of the children showing off their finished books, and soon, the actual book will be coming home in your child's portfolio. Speaking of portfolios, they will be brought home by your child next Friday, March 25th. Reports cards will also come home that day. Set conferences are not being scheduled. However, feel free to contact me after viewing the portfolio and report card. If you request a conference, I will arrange to meet with any of you after school from 4:00 - 6:30 PM during a two week time frame starting on March 28th until April 8th. You may e-mail me at nbluhm@conval.edu, send in a note, or call school and leave me a message. You could also leave a comment on the blog site : mrsbluhmsclassroom.blogspot.com.
Other news: Upcoming field trips and NHDI dance performance
First our school will be participating in a week of dance April 4 - 8th. On Friday, April 8th, we will be performing at the GBS gym at 6:30 PM. Don't miss this exciting all school performance.
Two end of the year field trips are also scheduled. On Friday, June 3rd we will be going to the Colonial Theatre in Keene to see the African Children's Choir perform. This will be a 10:00 AM performance, and we will be taking a school bus. Then on Friday, June 10th, we will be going to the Boston Science Museum. We will also be taking a school bus for this trip. So, mark your calendars. Permission slips and more information will be sent home as the time approaches. However, if you are able and wish to commit to coming to both or either of these trips, just let me know.
Enjoy the warmer weather. We are all looking forward to seeing the ground.
