Mrs. Swanson's Curious Thirds

What did students do this week? This was an exciting three days for us in Grade 3. We came back together as a class community and settled back into our routines! We reviewed what a community is — people who care for and help each other. We shared ideas about how to continue to make our classroom a kind, inclusive, and fun place to learn. We also got back into reading, writing, and math! We did this while working together and listening to one another. We read a story this week called ‘My Sit Spot’. The students demonstrated mindfulness as we had some rich conversations about Sit Spots and why we need to be respectful when we are observing nature. Outside, the students were very excited to go into the nature classroom and choose a spot. We sat quietly, listened, and noticed things in nature like birds, leaves, and bugs. We noticed how being outside made us feel. We felt calm and connected.  Students chose: - a comfortable spot that feels good. -a place where they could be quiet. -a ...

  October 1st - 3rd What did students do this week? This week in Grade 3, we learned about Terry Fox and his inspiring journey across Canada. Students shared what they already know about Terry Fox and learned more about our Canadian hero. Terry showed courage, determination, and kindness as he ran to raise money for cancer research, even though he had only one leg. What did students do with this information? We read stories and watched videos about Terry Fox.   Students determined adjectives describing Terry Fox and displayed them.  We wrote about what Terry’s message means to them and how they can show determination in their own lives.  Students took their key information and put it into sentences, including capital letters and end punctuation. Students listened and sang to the Terry Fox song, "Finish It." Please have your child play the beautiful song for you. We prepared for our school’s Terry Fox Run. We practiced running, jogging, and walking at our own pace....