miss nies' classroom slide show presentation

8/14/2019 Miss Nies' Classroom Slide Show Presentation

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Welcome!Welcome!


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First GradeThis year is going to be a year oftremendous growth for your child

both academically and emotionallyand probably for yourself, as well! Inthis presentation, you will find outmuch needed information about the

upcoming year!


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Main MenuBalancedLiteracy Math

Specials

ResponsiveClassroom

Homework Snack

FrequentlyAsked Questions


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Balanced LiteracyThis is the name of the way language arts istaught in my classroom. This way of teachinghas been formatted to fit your childs ownspecific learningeach child learns in adifferent way, and it allows your child tolearn reading, writing, and word work in thebest wa ossible.

Click here to learnmore about it


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Elements of

Balanced LiteracyGuidedReading

WritersWorkshop

WordStudy

ReadersWorkshop

Read Aloud

CommunityWriting

SharedReading

Word StudyActivities

ReadingComprehension


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Guided Reading

BalancedLiteracy

Children need to be taught all those strategies readers use as theyread looking at the picture, thinking about what would makesense, rereading, saying a word slowly, going back to the beginningof the sentence to listen to what it sounds like, and puttingexpression in their voice. And all of that has to happen at thesame time? Wellnot at first

Guided Reading is the time when your child is in a small groupfocusing on one strategy at a time. Once they have adopted thatstrategy, they can focus on another one, of course still using the

first oneit can be very tricky for them.No wonder they are so tired at the end of the day


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Read Aloud

BalancedLiteracy

Do you still read to your child?

You should.

Read Aloud is the time I take every day to read the children a book.And I dont just read itI act it out with my voice, I stop and tellthem what I am thinking, and I question what I read.

Reading aloud to children allows them to see what smart readers do how they look, what it sounds like, strategies smart readers use asthey read. It allows the children to see what they cannot practice

yet because they are so caught up in being a beginning reader. WhenI tell them about what I do as I read, it doesnt take long beforethey are copying me in their own reading.

Andthe love stories.


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Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding what is read is so very important as children arelearning to read. The comprehension strategies are listed below.You will hear about these strategies throughout the year as thechildren are learning how to use them in their everyday learning.

Making Connections Children use what they already know to understand what they are reading.Questioning

Children ask questions about what they read to gain understanding.Visualization Children create a mental image as they read.Making Inferences Children use pictures and words to infer what is happening as they read. Determining Importance in Non-fiction Children learn to decipher information that is useful in their learning.

Meaningful Conversation Children participate in conversation in large and small group settings.

We often begin holding book clubs, starting in the middle of the year.

Synthesizing Children u se their own words to ex plain their reading and learni ng.

BalancedLiteracy


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Readers Workshop

BalancedLiteracy

This is the time of day when the children practice what readersdo. They read and reread their favorite books, songs, and poems.They have time to just sit back and enjoy all the fun books have tooffer. They also are given more and more responsibility as they

gain knowledge of what readers do as they read.The children are allowed to be in Book Nooks as they spend timewith reading in Readers Workshop. Book Nooks are special spotsthey pick out around the classroom to get comfortable and havefun with their reading.


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Shared Reading

BalancedLiteracy

Children learn to love the act of reading through the sing-songexpression and repeating lines. Using enlarged text, the childrenexperience the joy of reading and rereading songs, poems, andrhymes.

This activity allows the children to become familiar with theprocess of reading: pointing to each word as it is read, returningto the beginning of the next line each time one is read, and usingexpression as the piece is read.

We use charts and big books during this type of reading.


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Writers Workshop

BalancedLiteracy

The children in my classroom are writers. I refer to them aswriters, and they truly do what writers do: use ordinary things intheir lives to craft into amazing pieces of writing.

Children love to express themselves. One way we teach them to dothat is through writing. Writers Workshop gives them theopportunity to learn the different ways they can express their

experiences and knowledge.We start the year writing what children do naturally tell stories.They are guided through how to write these stories using techniquesthat writers use. They spend the year enhancing their craft andimproving their skills.

I do not focus on perfect grammar, spelling, and punctuation, untilwe get to that unit. The stories they tell are priceless, and theirinitial writing emphasizes expression, not perfection.


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Community Writing

BalancedLiteracy

As children begin writing, they need to have the knowledge of howto write the sounds they hear. The children are to put their fiststogether, and as they say the word slowly, start to pull those fists

apart, as if stretching out a rubber band. Eventually, when you tella child, say it slowly, that child knows how to stretch out wordsto listen for all the sounds.

When you visit our room, you will see many examples of this type ofwriting; it is typically done to label parts of our room and makecharts to show conce ts we are learnin .


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Word Study

BalancedLiteracy

This is the version of spelling that we do. We focus on makingwords and understanding parts of words so the children can adoptthis information into their knowledge of words; the words are chosenfrom student writing words they are using frequently and need tolearn to spell correctly. The words we will focus on this year areclassified into two different groups: high-frequency words and starwords.High-frequency words are words that are seen most commonly inprint, and by the end of first grade, should be able to write and read.Click on the link below to find a list of our first grade high-

frequency words.Star words are words that can be used to make other words. If

you take off the beginning part, you can use the rhyming part tomake a new word, such as cat will help you make hat.

Click here to seeexamples of wordstudy activities

High-frequency

word list


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Word Study Activities Introduction to new words: The first day of each week, we work

with our new list of four or five words. We practice writing the

words, using words to describe the hand motions of each letter.Then we check the words, chant them, and finally we use them insentences.

Make a Word: During this activity, all the children have their ownset of letters in front of them. They make a word, such as cat,then they have to figure out what they will change to make the nextword, such as hat. This requires them to think about what partsmake what sounds, and allows them to manipulate the letters withminimal difficulty.

Sentence dictation: This uses our word wall, the place we have inthe room where all of our learned words are posted, and this

activity helps the child take time to check their work. I say thesentence out loud, then one word at a time, reminding them to usethe word wall.

BalancedLiteracy


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High-frequency Word List

Word

Study

askedallareascantcomecoulddiddontdownforfromgetgoing

hashaveherherehishomeImifintolittlelooknewofoff

oneoroutputsaidsawshesometalkthattherethemthenthey

thistoouswaswantwentwhatwhenwherewhowhywith

your

These words are the First Grade words:

These are the Kindergartenwords the children should beable to write and read by thebeginning of First Grade:

a is so like he

and up no at

the me in am

we see it go

an to my Ican on ou do


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Responsive ClassroomResponsive classroom is a method of classroom management thatencourages community within a classroom. This method grew out of thebelief that the social curriculum is as important as the academiccurriculum. Please click on the links to learn more about it

MorningMeeting

GuidedDiscovery

AcademicChoice

Discipline

Modeling


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Morning Meeting

ResponsiveClassroom

This is how we start our day. Morning Meeting consists of the four

following parts: Greeting every child is acknowledged during greeting, and each

child knows that they are an important part of our community.

News and Announcements our daily message announces to thechildren something about the day and also includes a question

they must respond to during morning work. Group Activity this allows the children to cooperate and see

each other as integral parts of our community as we participatein an activity as a class.

Sharing this allows each person to share something aboutthemselves so we can learn about each other as communitymembers. It is not show and tell.


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Discipline

ResponsiveClassroom

The first six weeks of school are vital to children learning the rules

of the classroom, community, and materials. Therefore, we spend agreat deal of time practicing what all types of expectations look likeand sound like.

Read on to find outconsequences for misbehavior

After they have had much time to practice, I will introduceconsequences. The consequences are designed to be logical orfitting to the behavior.

Reinforce: I will notice things they are doing correctly.Remind: If it is not correct, I will ask them to tell me what it should

look/sound like and remind them to do that.Redirect: If reminding doesnt work, or if the child is being unsafe, Iwill stop the behavior immediately. I will tell that child what it shouldlook like, and they will practice it until I see they are doing itcorrectly and safely.


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Logical ConsequencesWhen rules are broken and misbehavior occurs, there is a You break

it, you fix it policy. As it is in the adult world, if a problem is caused,it needs to be solved. Children must learn to solve problems. Thefollowing is a good example of logical consequencesGlue is mishandled and ends up spilled all over a table. The child would have to clean thetable. He or she would only be able to use the glue independently again after showing mewhat it looks like to use glue correctly.

Our class will be creating an Apology of Action list. This list wouldinclude ideas to help someone feel better if you have hurt theirfeelings.

I try to work with the children in ways that will help them learn totake responsibility for their own actions. They are taught to speak

with each other when issues arise. They are also expected to usewords to create their own plan to correct their misbehavior.

ResponsiveClassroom


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Modeling

ResponsiveClassroom

Have you ever felt like your child wasnt doing something the way you wanted him or her to do it?

Modeling is the answer to that. If there is ONE way I want thechildren to do something, such as carry scissors, I model it.

I show them EXACTLY how it looks to do it the ONE way I wantthem to do it, and then each and every child practices doing itEXACTLY that way.

We spend a lot of time on this during the first six weeks of school,and then the children know how to do it for the rest of the year.

What about things that can be done more thanone way? Read on for Guided Discovery


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Guided Discovery

ResponsiveClassroom

Guided Discovery is the answer when there is more than one way todo something. With the children, we brainstorm ways we can usethings in our classroom to help our learning, such as markers.When we have thought of two or three ways to use a material to

help us learn, we all practice those ways, and those are the ways weuse that material.

Unlike modeling, it allows for some freedom, as long as it is helpingus with our learning. It is guided so the teacher can be there tohelp with questions and handle issues that may arise.


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Academic ChoiceThere are different areas in which people excel. Even as adults,we tend to express ourselves best in certain realms. Children arethe same way. As much as they will try new things in first grade,they will also be allowed to express themselves in areas wherethey feel strength already to express their learning in areaswhere they can really shine. Academic Choice gives them the

freedom to do the work they need to do, but to do it in their ownway. They will be encouraged to try different areas, not alwaysgoing to the same ones. The areas listed below are the areasthey will be allowed to use to express their thinking:

art blocks movement

writing drama computer

music

ResponsiveClassroom


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MathWe do not typically have workbooks in this classroom.This year, however, my classroom is piloting a new series.HSP is one of the series our school is considering topurchase next year. My teaching with continue to followthe same structure. Our classroom is filled withmanipulatives the children will use to gain knowledge ofmath concepts. They will, from time to time, becompleting pencil and paper tasks. You will see more ofthat as the year goes on. However, at this age, it is veryimportant for them to have the experience of hands-onexploration to help them understand the concepts.


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Homework Homework is sent home Monday through Thursday.

Homework is listed on the weekly newsletter.

The children must read for 10 minutes each night.

You should also be reading to them!

The children will receive take home folders to

safely bring home their work and book.


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SpecialsThis year, our schedule for specials is as follows

Monday Art

Tuesday Gym

Wednesday Library

Thursday Music

Friday Gym

*Please make sure the children have sneakers on gym days.


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SnackSnack is a little different in my classroom. The children havea snack week instead of a snack day. This means they bringsnack for the entire week. You should have received the

snack schedule for the year. Your child has two weeks duringthe year, usually I try to schedule one of the weeks as thebirthday week. I will send a reminder note home the weekbefore. The positive side of this is you will never have toworry about forgetting your childs snack day.

Click here to readmore about snack


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Healthy SnacksWe try, as much as possible, to eat healthy snacks in this classroom.I know on birthdays and parties we need to make exceptions, but

any other dayslets try to stick to the following types of snacks:

pretzels sunflower seeds muffins

corn chips crackers juice

fruit animal crackers carrots

dried fruit graham crackers celery

Im sure there are plenty of other healthy snacks you can think of. Just use your best judgment when you and your child are picking out the weekly snacks!


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Frequently Asked

QuestionsIs there somethingwrong with my childwriting letters andnumbers backwards?

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Can I come and havelunch with my child?

Can I come visit theclassroom and takepart in activities?

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How can I get intouch with you if Ineed to talk to you?

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What do I need to doif our family is goingon vacation?

What if my child isabsent from school?

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What do I do if I

am picking my childup from school?Answer


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Is there something wrong with my child

writing letters and numbers backwards?

There isnt. At this age and stage of development, itis very common to see children do that. You canprompt them to fix it, as long as both you and yourchild understand that it is normal and nothing to getfrustrated about. They often dont realize they do it.Having a small alphabet for them to look at is a good

idea, so you have something to refer to, and so theyhave a model to look at.

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Can I come have lunch with my child?

Yes, yes, yes! You are more than welcome to comehave lunch. You can bring a lunch or buy one atschool here. If you want a school lunch, just let me

know in the morning so I can tell the cafeteria.We eat lunch from 11:22 to 11:52.

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How can I get in touch with you if I need totalk to you?

There are many different ways for you to contact me.

I check my e-mail at least once a day during the week. Thataddress is [email protected] .

You can call the school at (814)824-3400. My extension is6676.

Stop in to see me before 8:50am or after 3:45pm. Send a note with your child.

Please let me know if you would like to set up a meeting todiscuss concerns. My schedule is very flexible, and I would bewillin to meet with ou an time.

I am always willing to help if there arequestions, so please dont hesitate

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Asked Questions
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Can I come visit the classroom and take part in

activities?

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Asked Questions

Yes. In fact, I would encourage you to do so. It isvery empowering for children to be able to show thosewhom they love all the things that go on in their world,

and just how much they are learning. I think it wouldalso be beneficial for you to see what they areinvolved in during the day; it might help you tounderstand why they are so tired or wired at night!You can also be a guest reader during read aloud the children would love it!


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What do I need to do if our family is going onvacation?

There is a form that must be requested from the office; youcan call them and they will send one home with your child. After

you fill it out, send it back. The administration must approvethe request. Please do this before you leave for your trip.

Please let me know ahead of time so I can get work together ifneeded. Most of the time, I allow the child to make up neededwork when they get back. I can give them our writers workshoppaper so they can write while they are away. But please informme, and we can work out what is the best arrangement for you.

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What do I do if I am picking my childup from school?

There is a new procedure this year of dismissingchildren. It is much safer. It might take a little timeto get used to.

Write a note telling me you will be picking up your child at the endof the day.

Plan to arrive at school at 3:15 so you have time to sign out yourchild and find a seat in the cafeteria.

At 3:25, the office will announce, Children with orange dismissalcards may go to the cafeteria.

Your child will be in the cafeteria momentarily.

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What if my child is absent from school?

Frequently

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If you know your child will be out for an appointment, you canlet me know the day before, so I can send any work home thathe or she might be missing.

If you dont know ahead of time, dont worry about one day.Anything that needs to be made up will be in his or her cubby

to take home the next day. If it ends up being more than oneday, and you would like to come pick work up or have someoneelse bring it home, please call and leave me a message.

Please send an excuse to school with your child the dayhe or she returns even if you have called me. Thenurses office needs a written note.

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