viernes, 16 de diciembre de 2016

Wishes for New Year 2017

Click HERE to see 3C's wishes for the New Year on green screen.  Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, Happy New Year and Chinese New Year...Happy EVERYTHING to all of our family and friends around the world!

sábado, 17 de septiembre de 2016

International Dot Day 2016

Dear Parents,

Thanks so  much to all of you who celebrated Dot Day with us on Thursday.  The third graders loved sharing their Voicethreads, playing games, and celebrating Making Their Mark with you!  Special thanks to Maria for her hand in organizing the games and snacks, and thank you to all who brought in delicious treats as well!

I have created a Shared Dot Day Photos Folder for all of the photos from that day, so if you have any that you would like to share with our classroom community, please add them!

To view the Voicethreads that your students have created, please visit the ePortfolios page in the menu located on the right side, and click to view your child's blog.  Here you will see their written narratives, reflections, and mandalas, as well as the link to the Voicethreads.  Be sure to check back on their blog throughout the year to see updates on their projects, and feel free to leave comments of both encouragement and suggestions for improvement!

Thank you so much for joining in on our classroom festivities.  It is an honor to be working with such a wonderful group of parents!

Feliz Finde,

Ms. Hodges

jueves, 11 de agosto de 2016

Is it Really the End of Week 2?!

Wow, time is flying by!  Already we are at the end of week two, and the 3C class has learned many routines for Daily 3 and Daily 5, created bar graphs, drafted I Am poems, collaborated during the marshmallow challenge, fostered new friendships, learned seven different reading strategies, and tiptoed into using Google Drive.  Thanks to both parents and students for a successful start to the year!

Please see the updated tabs on the blog for Classroom Info packets, Daily 5 and Daily 3 literacy and math informational letters, and contact updates.

Feliz Finde!

Best,

Ms. H.

domingo, 31 de julio de 2016

Welcome to Third Grade in 3C!


Dear Third Graders and Parents,

Welcome to third grade!  I am truly looking forward to our year together, as we have wonderful learning ahead of us.  Be prepared to inquire, collaborate, and explore!

On this website, you will find various resources for our class, as well as student e-Portfolios (soon to come!) and our classroom calendar.  For daily updates about our classroom, please follow the classroom Instagram (Condors3C) and Twitter (@Condors3C) accounts.

What's in Store for Week 1?

This week, we will take time to learn all about our friends in the classroom, establish classroom norms and routines, and begin reading and math class structures.  We will also begin to set class goals and learn what it means to have a student-led classroom.  That's right, third grade - you are in charge of your own learning!

A quick note about homework:  

As is consistent with all third grade classes at Lincoln, homework packets will be sent home each Monday, and are to be returned every Friday in each student' homework folder (which students have been asked to provide, as listed on the supply list).  Tasks will consist of important review material and weekly reading, yet will also be short so as to respect your valuable family time and extracurricular activities.

This week, however, will be a bit different:  We will have some special getting-to-know-you tasks.  As part of the preparation for these fun community-building activities, students will be expected to bring the following as a special assignment:

Monday's SPECIAL Assignment:

For Tuesday, please bring a souvenir of something from your vacation.  Whether you traveled or enjoyed time at home, we want to hear about your vacation!  Choose an item:  It can be anything, so long as it reminds you of the summer.  Please be sure to bring it on Tuesday morning for sharing!

Weekly Homework Assignment:

By Friday, please complete the Student Survey and return to school.  Please remind your parents to do the same!


My door is always open to you.  Should you have any questions, please email me at christine.hodges@lincoln.edu.ar.  I truly look forward to knowing each and every one of you, as we grow together throughout the year as a supportive community of learners!

Sincerely,

Ms. Hodges


martes, 31 de mayo de 2016

Mystery Skype


we are setting up for a mystery Skype.

Ms.Hodges is preparing us for the mystery Skype.

Greeters start off.

They live north of the equator.

We have clues, they live in the United States.

They don't live in Texas.

They are not west of Misuri.

More clues, they are north  of Ohio.

They don't live on the south of Michigan.

They aren't in Minnesota.

They don't live in Michigan.

They guessed our country first.

They don't live live in Wisconsin.

We guessed the country, they live in New York.

They live west of Monroe.

They don't live in Chester.




martes, 15 de marzo de 2016

International Day

Dear Students and Parents,

We would like to extend a sincere thank you for all of your hard work, dedication, and shared talent that you put forth as we prepared for and presented at International Day.

Please enjoy the recording of fourth grade's dance below.

Muchisimas Gracias!

Saludos,

Ms. Hodges & Ms. Jezabel


martes, 8 de marzo de 2016

Book Diorama

Book Diorama Check-In Dates

*For examples, search Google for Book Dioramas and you will see plenty of examples. Which ones do you like the best, and why?


Monday, March 28
____Finish reading your book and tell Ms. Hodges the title.

Monday, April 4
____Pick your favorite scene in the story, or brainstorm a scene in the book that you want to represent in your book diorama.  Write down the moment in the book that you want to create a picture of when you make your diorama.

Monday, April 11
___Identify at least 2 characters.  Brainstorm how they will be made and what they will look like, and draw your plans to turn into Ms. Hodges.  Think:  “What characters are most important in the story?”  “How can I make their personalities shine through?”  “What materials will I use to make them?”

Monday, April 18
___Identify at least 1 more character.  Brainstorm how they will be made and what they will look like, and draw your plans to turn into Ms. Hodges.  Think:  “What characters are most important in the story?”  “How can I make their personalities shine through?”  “What materials will I use to make them?”

Monday, April 25
___Brainstorm how you will show the setting in your scene.  Think:  What does the setting look like at this part in the story?  What materials will you use?  

Monday, May 2
___Write a paragraph that summarizes the plot on an index card.  Make sure you summarize the most important details from the beginning, middle, and end.  Use only a few interesting details in the summary, such as descriptions and dialogue.  Also, remember to use characters’ names and the setting.

Monday, May 9
___Create the scene on your diorama.

Monday, May 16
___Finish the characters and the plot card for your diorama.

Monday, May 23
___Present your finished diorama!

Book Diorama Check List

Monday, March 28
____Title of your book: ______________________________________________

Monday, April 4

____Pick your favorite scene in the story:

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Write down the moment in the book that you want to create a picture of when you make your diorama.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Monday, April 11
___Identify at least 2 characters:

1:  ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Brainstorm how they will be made and what they will look like, and draw your plans to turn into Ms. Hodges.  Think:  “What characters are most important in the story?”  “How can I make their personalities shine through?”  “What materials will I use to make them?”
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Monday, April 18
___Identify at least 1 more character:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Brainstorm how they will be made and what they will look like, and draw your plans to turn into Ms. Hodges.  Think:  “What characters are most important in the story?”  “How can I make their personalities shine through?”  “What materials will I use to make them?”
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________


Monday, April 25
___Brainstorm how you will show the setting in your scene.  Think:  What does the setting look like at this part in the story?  What materials will you use?
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________  

Monday, May 2
___Write a paragraph that summarizes the plot on an index card.  Make sure you summarize the most important details from the beginning, middle, and end.  Use only a few interesting details in the summary, such as descriptions and dialogue.  Also, remember to use characters’ names and the setting.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Monday, May 9
___Create the scene on your diorama.

Monday, May 16
___Finish the characters and the plot card for your diorama.

Monday, May 23
___Present your finished diorama!





Plot Card
Name:___________________
Use these prompts to complete the prompt card for your Book Diorama.  You may choose to either complete this form, or to create your own card and add your own illustrations and format to it.  When you are done with your card, please remember to keep it and turn it in with your diorama.

1:  SOMEBODY
List and describe the main characters.
______________________________________________________________________________

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2:  WHERE
The story took place (where and when).....

______________________________________________________________________________

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3:  A character WANTED….

______________________________________________________________________________

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4:  BUT (complication)...

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5:  SO (resolution)....

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jueves, 3 de marzo de 2016

International Day Schedule & Info

Dear Parents and Students,

Please see the schedule below for information about International Day.  It's coming up quickly, and will be held next Friday, March 11!  We are busy preparing here in 4th grade, and look forward to having you join us.

Please note that forms are due at school on Monday, March 7.  You can purchase passports beforehand for 500 Bs or on the day of the event for 600 Bs.

Linda should also be contacting you soon about assisting with set-up, running, and cleaning up the booth.  Thank you in advance for your support.

  We look forward to International Day 2016!

Cheers,

Ms. Hodges

Schedule of International Day
Time
Elementary  & 5th grade
ECE , 6th/8th & HS
8:00-8:30
·         Set-Up/Preparation for Diversity Exhibitions
·         Change into costumes
Class as normal
8:30-10:30
Elementary Diversity Exhibitions
·         Students circulate between classes
·         A schedule will be sent out

Class as normal
10:30-11:15
Snack/Recess
10:15-11:00         Prepare to get ready forInternational Day Performances
11:00-11:15
Prepare for InternationalDay
11:15-1:00
International DayPerformances    
**Gecko Dome**
1. Everyone sit in Gecko dome (Map)
2.  “Opening Ceremony” Parade
3.  Order of Performances (ECE-HS)
1:00-2:10
International Day Food Booths Open
2:10-3:00
“Community Clean Up”
We all pick up after ourselves

martes, 16 de febrero de 2016

Flexibility Song and lyrics

Growin' Up

chorus:  Growin' up means coin' things you don't want to do sometimes.
Growin' up means coin' things you don't want to do sometimes.

Like eaten' all your greens, keep you bedroom clean, take your dirty jeans to the laundry room.
Think of someone else, not about yourself.  No more alibis, it's time to realize.

repeat chorus

Like get a summer job, help out in the yard,
study extra hard so you make good grades.
Wash a dish or two after supper's through,
Now you've got a clue it's not about you.

repeat chorus

Growin' up!  Growin' up! Growin' up!
shout:  Growin' up!