Last week the Junior Kindergarteners explored the fours different zones that make up the Intertidal Zone, a habitat where the ocean meets the land. This week we will continue our investigation of the Intertidal Zone, by examining the unique characteristics of Intertidal animals and the limiting factors that they face daily.

In science we will conduct an experiment to determine if animals dry out in salt water. Students will understand that losing too much water is harmful to an organism and that Intertidal organisms must have adaptations for dealing with a variety of salinity. 

In math this week, students will begin to identify even and odd numbers. We will explore the concept of odd and even numbers by using manipulatives as well as use a hundreds chart to show the alternating pattern of odd and even numbers. 

In Language Arts we will work on reading strategies as we make, revise and confirm predictions to understand text. The Junior Kindergarteners will also work on choosing  ‘Just Right’ books, books that are not “too hard” and not  “too easy” but are “just right”.

Important Dates:

Monday, February 27- Beach Cleanup

Tuesday, February 28- No Water Day

Homework:

Monday: Today we spent the day giving back to our community by cleaning up Ocean Beach. In your homework journal please write or draw a picture of why you think Beach Cleanups are important. 

Tuesday: Practice your handwriting by writing the lower case letters c, d, g, t and o on the paper provided for you in your homework folder. For an extra challenge try to write a word that begins with each of these letters.  Remember to make the letters the correct size, and place the letters correctly- tall, small, or descending.

Wednesday: We have been exploring some animals that live in the Intertidal Zone. Tonight complete the survey in your homework journal by asking three people which Intertidal animal is their favorite. We will graph these results tomorrow at school.

Thursday: The Junior Kindergarteners have been selecting ‘Just Right’ books, books that are not “too hard” and not  “too easy” but are “just right”. Tonight read your just right book at home with an adult.

Friday:  Have a Fantastic Weekend!