Postcard Exchange

This year our class participated in the national Postcard Exchange. This activity helps students learn about the different states in our country, and about students in other schools. During the past few months we have received postcards from around the country. When each postcard arrived, we found the state on the map and learned a little about that state.  The students eagerly waited for each postcard, and after reading them, we added them to our bulletin board for others to enjoy. 

Ask your child about some of the states we learned about. You'll be impressed with how many they know.

Nonfiction

We recently finished a reading unit on Nonfiction Text. During this unit the students learned what nonfiction text is and how to identify whether a book is nonfiction. 

First, the students learned about the roles of a nonfiction author and illustrator.

Next, the students learned about nonfiction features.

After each mini lesson, the students looked for the focus feature and when they found it shared with their small group. At the end of the lesson, students shared their findings with the whole group.

The students really enjoyed this unit and are continuing to share when they find a nonfiction text feature.