Math problems and Economics

Students are practicing adding and subtracting three digit numbers. They explain their thinking to each other. Second graders drew their shoes and discovered that 14 pairs were made in China, 2 in Indonesia and 3 in Vietnam .

Job Reports and Adding with Money

Students took turns sharing their job reports all week. They did an excellent job sharing and listening. Students learned about training pets. They practiced counting money and making change.

Middle school Guests

Seventh and eighth graders from WMS brought their self-published books to share with Eastbrook students. Our class seemed to enjoy listening to the stories that taught about the importance of friendship and apologizing. Only one of the students had been a former student of mine. He said he was surprised I was still at here.

Butterfly Ballet and Clicking quarters

Second graders were fascinated by the butterfly ballet. We sat in the highest seats and could see the orchestra pit and singers too. This week students have been learning about weather. They have learned about wind, clouds, and air temperature. Students warmed glass bottles with their hands making quarters click.

Busy week

Monday: Students read a play to the third grade. They worked on a craft provided by parents. Tuesday: Students started a March art project by painting a lion. Others worked on learning weather words. Thursday: Students practiced math skills and designed patterns.

Dr. Seuss and dental health

This week we reviewed for our unit reading test, practiced a play, subtraction with regrouping, and reviewed healthy habits like hand-washing, and dental care. Students listened to Butterfly read by its author. A parent, who is also a dentist, shared information, a demonstration, and a toothbrush and floss for each student.