Students at all grade levels are demonstrating strong growth as writers. Kindergarten and fifth graders are currently learning how to incorporate research into their writing. Kindergartners are writing All About Books about their favorite animals. They are using Pebble Go to research animal’s habitats, diets and unique features. Our oldest students are using evidence to support their argument pieces. Students are researching a range of topics, including the use of plastic bottles and bags, the need to protect sharks, allowing people to climb Mount Everest and zoos versus wildlife santuraries. Students are researching the pros and cons of their topic and using their most compelling evidence to support their opinion.
First and third graders are expressing their opinions. First grade students wrote reviews on Gold Rush for their final writing assessments. We were proud to get 5 stars for our kind teachers, engaging specials, fun playground equipment and new library! Third graders are planning and writing five paragraph essays on topics such as the best parts of a season and ways to improve Gold Rush.
We are proud of students' effort and progress! We look forward to sharing students’ pieces at Spring conferences next week!
