We are entering in a very busy and exciting time! Even with testing, we are able to celebrate with my tradition with the balloon countdown. Each day they pop a balloon with a special activity to add to our day. I love that we are able to have fun together and relax a bit this time of year.
We made it through both Reading and Science in our MAP tests. The students are proud of their gains, some of them really blowing me out of the park! Next week we will test Tuesday and Thursday, finishing up our spring round. We know this is just one measure of growth, and I like to remind parents, that these numbers do not tell the full story. I myself, am not a good test taker! š
Third graders participating in Literacy Night -What a fun way to celebrate the importance of reading!
Book Reports -Please see email I sent home yesterday with directions. Physical copies went home yesterday as well. This is a fun one, but please make sure you practice! I still have a dress up bin at home if you have something particular you are looking for, please ask.
Congratulations to Mr. Bryce Sebens, our first “Living Legend” of Third Grade 2026! We are all so proud of you and thanks to the generosity of your friends and all your hard work, you achieved the ultimate improvement and honor!
Academics
Literacy – Students are in groups working on a figurative language readers theater, in addition to wrapping up their poetry books.
Math– Third graders wrapped up measurement and are moving into geometry. It’s challenging because this is always our last unit, yet it shows up on the MAP tests. This week concepts covered were lines, and angles. They are confident moving forward with obtuse, acute, and right angles because of our fun NumberRock Song. š
Religion– We began Family Life. Students talked about how God created the human family and how even though they all look different, God made them out of love. Students drew family pictures.
Social Studies– This week students met in their groups based on their Native American Regions. We didn’t have too much time, however they are getting excited to have more time to dive into this project.
Science – We explored a fun Weird But True episode with a written study guide. Students learned how to take notes, while learning about tornadoes and hurricanes. This educational series is on Disney Plus if you have it.
ESPAĆOL -In their book: Juguemos a Leer, we started a chapter where we are going to practice the following letters: F B J R Ć.
PE -This week in PE we learned how to jump explosively and land safely. We practiced our traveling, balance, and jumping skills through gymnastics stations. Some favorites were the balance boards, trampoline, and the rock wall.
Library -This year we got to participate in the Washington Childrenās Choice Awards. We read many books and this week we got to vote on our favorite book. The winner will be announced from the WLA on June 1st; we canāt wait to see which book gets chosen. To look at the story or other library activities, check out librarypage.
Music – This week in music we areā¦Welcoming a special visit from āBeethovenā on Friday! Grant Donnellan, professor of music at WWU, will visit in full Beethoven costume to introduce classical music and violin performance to our 3rd graders. Learning the Dutch partner song Sarasponda, which describes the sounds and motion of a spinning wheel, while practicing teamwork through a rhythm stick routine.
Huge thank you to all the moms who took a break from their very busy schedules to participate in our Mother’s Day Poetry Cafe. The students were so excited to share what they learned and really put on a show for you. Their confidence is just beaming at this point of year and I love to see them in front of an audience! Happy belated Mother’s Day!