<h2>Dear Families,</h2>
Welcome back!  I hope everyone had as wonderful and delicious a Thanksgiving Break as I did.  We have two new students in our classroom and are very happy to welcome Montana and Delase into our family!
<h2>This Week, We Learned</h2>
This week we have been reading <span style="text-decoration: underline">The Secret Garden</span>.  This story is about a young girl who loses her family and is sent to live with a distant relative who has no interest in her company, forcing Mary to entertain herself in the rooms of his mansion and in his many gardens. Ask your child to tell you about it!

In Math, we explored standard and non-standard units of measure.  We learned that there are many ways to measure distance – including using your own body. Most importantly, we learned the difference between a “personal foot” and a “standard foot.”

During Phonics, we played a great game called End Sounds Bingo and are becoming keener at listening for and recognizing the different sounds words.
<h2>Next Week, We Will</h2>
Next week, we will introduce a new component to our Social Studies curriculum called <strong>Time4Kids. </strong>These mini-magazines are published by TIME magazine and are a great tool for keeping up with age-appropriate current events.
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<h2>Reminders</h2>
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<p align="center"><strong>There will be no school for students on Friday, December 4<sup>th</sup>.</strong></p>
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We have a <strong>Field Trip</strong> at the beginning of January. Please send in written permission and fees if you have not already.  Also, students must bring a bagged lunch (clearly labeled).

It is really getting chilly outside!  Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately so they will be protected from the elements during their two recesses.

We had a very low <strong>Snack</strong> turn out for November and December and are now rationing leftovers and odds-and-ends.  Please send snack for December.  We have a long day and the kids could really use the boost.
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<h2>Announcements</h2>
<em>Room 114 is in need of snacks, snacks, and more snacks</em><em>.  We don’t mean to beg, but only a handful of snack has been sent for December the kids are only able to receive half servings so that we can stretch what we have through the rest of the month.  Thanks in advance!</em>
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<h2>Thank Yous</h2>
Thank you to all of the parents who continue to send snacks and supplies.

Thank you to those who have come to be our guest readers!
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