Mrs.Crim

Minshew Elementary 2nd teacher!

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We are learning that teen numbrrs are ten and a number!

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We are learning all about how to sequence teen numbers!

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We're learning tricky teen numbers through partner activities!

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We're learning that 3D shapes are all around us! And we can design and model a gingerbread house made of 3D solid shapes!

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Block play introduces basic scientific concepts like gravity, cause and effect, and balance.
Spatial reasoning: Children develop an understanding of spatial relationships and how objects fit together in three-dimensional space.

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Thank you Dallas Zoo for an educational and fun in school fieldtrip!

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Recess: Unstructured play teaches crucial social skills like negotiation, cooperation, and conflict resolution.

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Writing: The benefits of developing comprehension and vocabulary in kindergarteners include improved academic performance, enhanced critical thinking, and a stronger foundation for future learning!

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Think-pair-share: Children turn to a partner sharing what they did over fall break! Practicing formulating thoughts and articulating their thinking is a daily practice!

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Concrete learning helps little learners grasp abstract math concepts using hands-on tools, building a solid foundation for long-term success!

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We read daily: Sight words provide a foundation of automaticity, allowing students to focus on more complex words, while decodable readers provide practice with phonics in connected text!

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Writing: we're learning how to write sight words and cvc words to create a sentence!

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Science: we're discovering what is magnetic and how magnetism works!

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Number bonds simultaneously teach addition and subtraction, increase fluency with math facts, and provide a foundation for more complex math, such as place value and mental math strategies.

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Social-emotional: we're working on responsible decision-making. This competency requires students to stop, think, and choose an appropriate response when in conflict.

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Sensorial: play dough is a fun sensorial activity that inspires children to explore letters, numbers and shapes through hands-on play.

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Reading stimulates the brain, improving critical thinking, memory retention, and the ability to follow plots and understand characters!

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Math: We are discussing students' different methods of seeing the dots, which helps them understand the variety of ways to represent a number!

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Writing: Illustrations provide a visual way for children to express their understanding and imagination, turning their internal ideas into tangible creations.

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Math games propel students to stretch their minds, provide novel challenges, and let them play while making deep connections to core math concepts!