Xtramath Computer Program

The Munchkins learned how to use 'Xtramath'-a computerized fact fluency program they can access at school and home. This program will provide ample opportunities for the children to practice and master their math facts to twenty in both addition and subtraction.  This skill is an expectation of Grade Two.
Common Core Standard 2.OA.2-Operations and Algebraic Thinking:  Add and subtract within 20.

• 2.OA.2. Fluently add and subtract within 20 using mental strategies. By end of Grade 2, know from memory all sums of two one-digit numbers.

Learn more about Xtramath:

https://xtramath.org/

Practicing Xtramath on the IPAD

Please have your child practice his/her math facts using xtramath.

Skyping with a Celebrity!

Wednesday, November 5th  The Munchkins enjoyed a special treat as we 'skyped' with actress/storyteller Mrs.  P!  Mrs.  P.'s message came across loud and clear as she shared with students the importance of using their imagination to create stories.  Mrs.  P. suggested 'the word game' to activate imaginations and create stories.  For example, think of a word: Cat (What does this word make you think of?) Dog (What does this word make you think of?) Playing fetch Mrs. P. urged the children to write down their word associations and use these words to create a story!
We will try the word game in December when we begin our creative writing unit.  Thank you Mrs.  P. for this fabulous idea and thank you Mrs.  Klipfel for organizing this skype visit!

The students are responding to a question asked by Mrs.  P. by raising their hands 

Mrs.  P. talks with a student as she weaves a tale about his hedgehog.

A very animated Mrs.  P. shares her secrets with the children of how she creates wonderful stories, using her imagination.

The children had a wonderful time visiting with Mrs.  P.!

The Munchkins Voted in a Mock Election

On Tuesday, November 4th, Mrs.  Madden's class hosted a 'mock election' for Governor.  All the second graders had a chance to vote! Many Thanks are sent to Mrs.  Madden and her class for sharing this special event with the grade level. Take a look.....

Before the students voted, each student had to sign in before receiving a ballot.

As four students voted at a time, Mrs.  Madden read 'Duck for President' to the rest of the class as they waited for their turn to vote.

Each student sat in a private 'voting booth' as he/she decided who to vote for as Governor.

After voting, each student put his/her ballot into the ballot box!

The results were shared with the students on Wednesday, Nov. 5th.....Martha Coakley won by one vote!  

The children thoroughly enjoyed the 'voting' experience!  Thank you Mrs.  Madden and Class! 

  

Halloween Party!

The children had a wonderful time out our Halloween Party!  Many thanks are sent to our Room Parents and all the parents who donated food and beverages!
Take a look at the Munchkins dressed in their Halloween costumes!