Weekly Update: January 13th - 17th

Happy Friday!

Here is a look at ones of the tasks we have been working on this week: Handwriting!

Learning Intentions:

• Written messages can be created or enhanced using a variety of digital or non-digital methods or tools, such as cursive handwriting
• Messages communicated through cursive handwriting can reflect artistry through consideration of letter formation, size, proportion, slant
• Using cursive handwriting to write texts with appropriate letter formation, size, proportion, and slant

Students have really enjoyed practicing their cursive handwriting! Last week we went through the lowercase and uppercase letters, with students tracing the letters, writing them on their own, and tracing sentences that included each letter. This week, we have been practicing handwriting the names of our classmates and the staff members at TRS! Students have already come quite far with their ability to properly form their letters. It is an important skill to be familiar with as it provides students with another option of writing their ideas down and it helps them practice reading handwritten text. Ask your child to write their name in handwriting for you!

A look ahead:

• Next week we are starting our Multiplication & Division unit, our poetry unit, Reader's Theatre and new units in Science & Social!

Reminders:

- Our Alien In-line Skating lessons start next week! The Grade 3/4's will have lessons on Monday January 20th, Friday January 24th and Monday January 27th. On these days, students are asked to bring their helmets, wear clothing they can move in, and bring an extra snack.

Have a great weekend!

-Ms. Mostaghel 😁