We are learning about rocks and minerals. Last week we went on a rock hunt and collected rocks from the Brown School property. I have asked the kids to bring in a rock from home. It can be a rock that they find in the yard or a special rock that you keep in the house. We will be comparing the rocks based on their size, texture and color.
Dear Parents, As you are aware, we have been learning about United States geography. As we continue on with this theme, we will be taking part in the Flat Stanley Project. Flat Stanley is a character from a chapter book we have been reading who was squished by a bulletin board and became flat. He then traveled the world by mail, plane and train on great adventures. After reading this book, I thought it would be fun to take part in the Flat Stanley Project. I have communicated with schools and teachers throughout the United States and have arranged to exchange flat travelers. The children have created their own flat characters to send out (which will be done from school). Each child will also have the opportunity to host a flat traveler from another state (and later on in the year we will reach out to other countries). When your child comes home with a flat traveler, they will be asked to write in a journal and document their adventures. Many schools are looking to learn about our state as well, so please be sure to add details about our geography, weather, things we do here, etc. The children should be documenting their visit with the flat traveler. We ask that if you go any where special, like a museum, play, work, or anywhere fun and exciting, that your child bring their flat traveler and take a picture to send back. Your child can also draw a picture. Also, if there are any fun (but small) souvenirs, your child would like to include to send back with their flat traveler, it is greatly appreciated. Some items could be pins, pictures, postcards, fliers or brochures of places you went with your flat traveler,etc. Each child will host a visitor for one week, complete a journal entry or two, and then return it to school so that we can mail it back.
This is a great opportunity for the children to not only learn about geography but it is also a literacy and community building activity. If you have any questions at any time, please email me. I am looking forward to this great experience!