Well we are a little past the half way mark. I can't believe how the year is flying by! You should have noticed some changes in what your child has been bringing home for reading logs. They no longer have a nightly log in sheet. You should see your child logging in the weekly story from the textbook on a reading log in their reading folder each week. You should also be seeing your child working on a book project as part of their reading habits grade. It will be in either a turquoise or purple construction paper folder depending on which homeroom your child is in. They are to have the project completed by the end of the nine weeks. There is a paper in the front explaining the requirements as well as a signature.
Another project we have started is a book publishing project. This is part of their writing grade this nine weeks. Ask your child what their book is going to be about. When your child is finished with their kit they will bring home a slip with an offer to buy a copy of their book. You do not have to purchase a book, they will receive a free copy of their book even if you do not purchase. All you have to do is check the box "no I'm not interested" and sign the slip and the company will publish your child's book. I have done this project for the last 2 years and it has been a great experience.
Lastly, the FCAT is coming soon. Read with your child everyday. Rereading the stories in the textbook is good or books from the library are great too!
Until next time,
R. O'Steen
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