Thursday, January 25, 2024

Literacy: Blends, R-Controlled Vowels and Magnificent Things

 During word study students are learning about r-controlled vowels (or, ar, ir, ur, er) along with blends (two or more consonants that each make their own sound (s-l.)  Heart words for this unit include: would, could, should, her, over, number. Below is an example of a familiar grade level passage that includes these spelling patterns. and heart words. Ask you reader to show you what they know!


First Graders continue to work collaboratively in groups to plan their Magnificent Things.  They are showing initiative by deciding on which tools and materials they will need for their creations. Some of the magnificent things that are being constructed include finished and unfinished work holders, a student art gallery display sign, and a lid for the classroom pompom jar.







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