First Grade Newsletter
February/March 2015
Tolbert Elementary
Math
For the months of February and March we are learning geometry,
fractions, and place value. We are continually reviewing addition and
subtraction facts. By this point in the school year your child should be
successful with completing 30 addition and subtraction facts through 10 in
3 minutes. To check your child’s progress, please make sure to look in
his/her red take home folder.
Content
In social studies, we are learning about famous Americans, American
symbols, Black History Month, and Presidents’ Day.
In science, we will be learning about matter and motion. We will be
completing several STEM activities.
Literacy
In reading we continue to use poetry to focus on fluency skills. During read
alouds we are focusing on comprehension strategies, such as character
traits, mental images, and point of view.
In writing, we are completing our unit on non-fiction writing. We will also
work on letter writing and story writing. At this point in the school year your
child should be able to write a complete sentence with correct
capitalization and punctuation. He/she should be spelling sight words
correctly as well as stretching the sounds of unknown words. Additionally, it
is expected that by the end of the quarter each child is able to
independently write 3 sentences that focus on a topic.
How you can help your child at home
1. Review word wall words. (They are listed on your child’s homework
sheet.)
2. Read for 15-20 minutes every night. RAZ kids is a great resource!
3. Practice math facts.
4. Review papers sent home with your child to reinforce learning.
5. Practice tying shoes and zipping/fastening coats.
Upcoming Events
February 20
Moveable Monday
March 5
Stories Under the Stars 6:30
March 6
Spring Pictures
March 20
Career Day
Spring Dance
March 27
End of 3rd Quarter
Spring Break begins
Important Reminders
All money sent to school
needs to be in a bag or an
envelope labeled with the
child’s name.
Snacks sent to school need
to be healthy!
If your child has a change in
dismissal plans after the start
of the day, please contact
the office to notify the
teacher. We are not always
able to check email during
the teaching day.