Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Battle Row

As part of Boot camp today, the children played a partner strategy game called Battle Row.  The object of the game was to use their multiplication facts to capture 4 combat vehicles in a row on their game boards.  I love to see them working together and having fun while learning their facts!

























Sincerely,
Amanda Gustafson

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Fitness facts

Multiplication boot camp amped up today with the introduction of a partner game called Fitness Facts.  After answering multiplication questions, the children and their partner completed fitness challenges. It was a good way to burn off the pent-up energy after Christmas program practice AND practice our multiplication facts!  Apparently, the kids don't realize you're not supposed to giggle in boot camp!
















Sincerely,
Amanda Gustafson

Monday, December 16, 2013

Crazy week!

Dear Parents:

It's Monday morning and do you see all of the arrows already drawn through my plans!?  It's looking to be a crazy, but blessed week as we prepare for our Christmas program.   I am hugging my extra-large second cup of coffee this morning, and cherishing the quiet before we forge into the week!

 The Christmas program will be this Thursday, December 19 at 2:00pm and at 7:00pm.  Your child must wear a white turtleneck and khaki pants.  You are invited to attend either performance. The children have worked VERY hard learning all of the words to the songs.  You will be so proud!













Sincerely,
Amanda Gustafson

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Tuesday, December 3, 2013

It's beginning to look a lot like Advent!

We're awaiting the birth of our Lord with readings of His birth in Christian Studies (Matthew 1: 18-25) and by making "stained glass" advent wreaths with oil pastels.  













Sincerely,
Amanda Gustafson

Monday, December 2, 2013

Desk switch

It's good to be back!  Today, we switched desks and thus, teammates.  We had a great time making team posters and learning to work with our new teammates.  











Sincerely,
Amanda Gustafson