Gillian's First Report Card

I received Gillian's first report card yesterday and was laughing on how cute it was:

1st Quarter:

Math- We use elements of our daily routine to promote math skill. For example: as a group, we will count the number of days on the calendar. We also count the number of friends in our line and the number of lunch boxes in the basket. We will continue to develop rote counting and number recognition skills. As the year progresses Gillian will be even more familiar with numbers and better able to count along with the group.

Science- This quarter, the class took part in the school's "Go Green for God's Creation" celebration. The students learned about the beautiful Earth God has given us and the importance of keeping it clean and healthy. We discussed the sky, the water, and the animals on Earth and the importance of protecting them.

Literacy- Gillian enjoys having stories read to her. When reading, we talk about being detectives and looking for clues about what is happening and what will come next in the story. We are also introducing the concepts of "title," "author," and "illustrator". As Gillian is constantly exposed to book and has reading modeled for her, Gillian will become a more successful reader.

Language- Gillian is much more talkative now than she was at the beginning of the year. She is much more comfortable now speaking to her teachers and classmates. As the year progresses, we will continue to support Gillian as she develops vocabulary, and it will be easier for her to express her thoughts and needs.

Social/Emotional- One LIFE SKILL on which the entire school focused on during this quarter is Sense of Humor. Gillian laughs and is sill with friends. For example if someone is doing a goofy dance, Gillian giggles and dances too. Or, she and her friends make silly faces at each other and laugh together.

Fine/Gross Motor Skills- Gillian loves to run and play during recess time. She especially likes being on the "Noah's Ark". There is also a slide on the Ark which Gillian likes to use. Gillian also like to swing on the playground.

I'm so proud of her!