Happy May! 

"How-To" Expository Writing Unit

During the month of May we are focusing our writing on nonfiction. Students will be creating individual 5-10 Step "How-To" procedural power point presentations.

   This year we are asking students to  

   demonstrate their "how-to" knowledge, and
special skills in the classroom as we

   photograph each step.
This will enable their photos to be
inserted into their step-by-step
power point slides. 
If your child needs props for his/her
"How-To" please send them in within
                                                                  the next week.  Thanks!

   Please help your child decide on a "How-To" topic that can be

   demonstrated and photographed at school.  

                                                          Below are some examples:

                                                       * How to be a Self-Manager

                                                       * How to plant a seed

                                                       * How to be a good friend

                                                       * How to braid your hair

                                                       * How to tie your shoe

                                                       * How to count money

Insect Exploration!

Our science unit on insects will begin this week.  The students will have the opportunity for hands-on learning with live specimins.  They will care for and observe behaviors, body parts, and life cycles of mealworms, milkweed bugs, crickets and butterflies.  We're looking forward to lots of fun and learning as we explore the world of insects!    

Upcoming Events

May 11 Kid's Movie Night - Dolphin Tale 5:00 - 8:00
May 17 Seattle Science Center Field Trip
May 17 McTake Over (McDonald's North) -
to benefit Relay for Life 5:30 - 7:30
May 28 Memorial Day - No School
May 30 Volunteer Breakfast 8:30 - 9:45
June 13 Field Day
June 21 Last Day of School - early dismissal at noon