Our December has been super fun!

What a great December it's been!  We have been super busy with reading and writing poetry, practicing word study, writing about our secret places with a focus on the setting, learning about four  explorers (Columbus, Ponce de Leon, Cartier, and Newport), and working with money (counting, comparing, and making change!).

We have also has several special events.  First, we watched the 5th grade performance and learned a bit about famous composers! 

Second, Mr. Henry talked to the students about his work on submarines. 

Third, Mr. Campbell (Ella's Dad) came in to talk about Caspar David Friedrich and the art print titled "The Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog." Using oil pastels, students were asked to create their own "sea of fog" in a land which they were the explorer - See, we even plan Art Print around content!  :) 

Lastly, we celebrated winter by having yummy treats (THANKS TO EVERYONE!) and making 3D snowflakes (AGAIN, THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!).  It was a huge success.  We actually have a few leftover goodies, so I'm saving those for a special treat after reorganize our classroom library.  - Yes, I plan to bribe them!  :)