We have read 3 books so far...
1) Alma and how she got her name 2) The house that once was 3) Hello Lighthouse The last book we read was by far the favorite and the students were amazed at the interesting and creative illustrations. If you would like to discuss this at home with your child, the criteria is.. 1) Are the illustrations interesting and creative? 2) Do the illustrations match the words? 3) Do the illustrations help the reader understand the big idea/ author's message? 4) Does the book engage the reader? 5) Do the illustrations help the reader to understand the story, e.g. characters feelings, mood etc. The grade 2 students are undertaking a project which involves deepening their love of books while engaging in a process with a real world outcome. We are challenging ourselves to try and choose the next Caldecott Medal Award Winner by replicating the process carried out by the Caldecott Committee. The Caldecott Medal has been awarded annually since 1938. It is given by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished picture book for children. This medal is named in honour of Randolph J. Caldecott who was a 19thcentury English illustrator. His work was unique to the time in both the humour and his ability to create a sense of movement, vitality and action in his illustrations that complimented the stories they accompanied. Each year a committee of literary experts judge many picture books which have been published that year. Today we launched the competition with all the grade 2 students. There was lots of excitement and we couldn't wait to read our first contender. Watch the blog and twitter for our updates as we begin our journey to predict the next winner! Magnet Project
During the past few weeks, our class has been learning about, and experimenting with magnets. This topic of study has sparked the students’ interest and creativity. We have focused on many concepts including how magnets can attract or repel, and how magnetic force can pass through materials such as cardboard and glass. As an extension to our learning, the students will be making an in-classmagnet project such as a toy, activity, or game that incorporates magnets. Some ideas include fishing games, mazes, or racetracks. We have begun the planning process, and ask that you spend time discussing options with your child. Please have your child bring required materials for their project, including magnets, to school by Tuesday October 30th. Some of our highlights this week:
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