Happy November!

Today I will be handing out overdue notices.  If a child brings in a check or money for an overdue book, please send them to the office.   Linda Stanek will give them a receipt, and let me know what has been paid for.   This is due to a new district policy.

This week in the Media Center we are starting our "Wonder board."  This is a place where the kids can write on a sticky note what they are wondering about.  Then as they are posted, I will chose one for the "Wonder of the Week."  We will put out books and materials to look at, to see if we can answer their question.  I found this idea at the conference I attended in October.  It will be interesting to see what they wonder about!

In Kindergarten this week you have 3 choices:
The WorryWarts (some classes have already heard this one so I have an alternative)
Something Might Happen!  These two books are to go with the Second Step lesson for this week.
The Trouble With Cauliflower--to go with "Around the Table" in Harcourt
If you are doing something different, please let me know!  Also when you are doing an author study, please let me know!  I can help!
Also I would like to know where you are in Jolly Phonics, so I don't get ahead with my Smartboard lesson.

For PreK classes I have some choices as well:
The Rainy Day (a farm book)
Who is the Beast?
Whoever you are.  (Second Step books)

As we begin November, my thoughts turn to what I am thankful for.  One of those things I am thankful for is a great place to work and wonderful people to work with!  Thank you!

Have a great week!