The children created these beautiful ocean silhouettes.  First, they used chalk pastels to do the background.  They used different colours to simulate the sun shining on the top of the water and getting progressively darker toward the bottom. Then, they traced the shapes of different ocean animals on black paper and cut them out. Please notice their careful cutting skills.

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The children also used the loose parts to make an ocean scape.  Then, they wrote about their scene. Ask your child to describe his/her picture.

“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” – Buddy The Elf

The elves of Division 12 have been hard at work celebrating the festive season.  They were absolutely adorable in the Christmas concert . . . singing “Christmas is a time . . falala” and playing their instruments!

They also participated in Festive Sweater Day, Twin Day, The Pancake Breakfast and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

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May your family have a holiday season that is full of wonderful surprises, treats and nonstop laughter.

One of the big ideas in the science curriculum for grade one is that living things have features and behaviours that help them survive in their environment. We have been learning about how ocean animals have unique structural features and behavioural adaptations that allow them to live in the sea.

First, we read facts about four very different animals.  Then, we recorded the information on a graphic organizer under the headings, can, have, are.  Next, we wrote full sentences about each fact using a capital at the beginning and a period at the end. Finally, we wrote a good copy and put the pages together in a report. 

We brought our reports home today to share with you. We are feeling very proud!