This week in review

This week we worked on the basics of how a Montessori classroom works. Things like: how to do basic language and math activities, how to check work with Mr. Norman, how to clean up and so forth.
Lots of procedures!

I'm very encouraged by what I've seen so far.

homework for this year is as follows-- (Montessori philosophy discourages loads of homework)

1st grade = 15 min independent reading or being read to... this can be longer if the child is enthusiastic.
2nd grade = 20 min reading an appropriate level book. Most words should be known. This builds confidence.
3rd grade  = 30 min reading  doesn't have to be all at one time.  15 and 15 is great. longer is fine, as long as it is child initiated. 


if you absolutely need more homework, some suggestions are

1. addition, subtraction flash cards,
2. khan academy math  (click link)
3. journal entries
4. exercise
5. Montessori ipad apps  (stamp game, place value, ...)
6. or just talking about the school day.



Everyone should have a "Go Home folder" in their back packs today. (Some students already had one)
Go home folders are for communication, they come and go each day.

Kleenex donations would be appreciated!