1S performed their play today, based on the book, The Snatchabook by Helen Docherty.  This is a story about the value of bedtime stories.  The children worked incredibly hard to do their best acting, singing, and moving around the stage to tell the story of woodland creatures who love books. When their books begin to mysteriously disappear they find themselves with a mystery to solve.  Who is taking all the books? The reviews from their fellow first graders included, "Love the costumes!", "We could hear all your words!", "The songs are great!", and "I love the set."   This is definitely a talented bunch of students.

Reminder: Field Trip on Monday.  Children are to wear white MKA shirts, jeans are allowed.  Please use your judgment for footwear, (sneakers or boots if it is muddy). 

Do you like to read, write and do math? If so, first grade is for you!  We think first grade is the best! In first grade you have time to read every day! You have 2 recesses to play with your friends. I remember when I was in first grade we heard the best read aloud stories!  Come and visit! You will see first grade is the best.

This is a sample of persuasive writing the first graders are currently engaged in. They begin with a hook to grab the reader’s attention. The authors clearly state their opinions, provide reasons to support their position and include a small moment piece to add to their persuasive talents. Finally, the children have learned to use a wrap up sentence to end their position paper.