Pete the Cat

We love Pete the Cat! We could read his books over and over!
Here are some videos of Pete the Cat's books and songs...

We first met Pete the Cat in "I Love My White Shoes." In this video, the author tells (and sings) the story for a live audience.



In his next book, Pete put on his shoes and went to school.



In his latest book, Pete the cat has a shirt with four groovy buttons.



We know that once you meet Pete the Cat, you'll be singing his song, too. You can find his books at our Fox Run Library and book fairs, and at the Semmes library.

Brain break video: Verb Rap

Hi Fox Run Readers!
I know that sometimes your brain needs a break. You want to keep learning, but you want to be having fun, too, right? I've found some brain break videos to add to our blog.
Third, fourth, and fifth graders, this one's for you. When you watch it, you can't help singing (or rapping) along! Verb!

Summer Calendar

A Summer Journal is one way to help your child express thoughts and creativity.

Let your child choose and decorate his/her own journal.
Some children prefer paper that is lined, while others prefer unlined paper.
Your child might really respond to keeping a journal if you keep your own journal.

You can start by suggesting topics, such as a word for the day. For example, the word might be "happy". Your child would write the word, then draw a picture of something or someone who makes them feel happy. They can write a sentence about their drawing.
Let your child take photos of people, places, or things that are of interest. Encourage them to discuss why they took the photo and why it is special. They can write a sentence about the photo.

Encourage your child to write on a topic of their choice. If they need help, you can use the Summer Calendar which provides different topics. Use these topics as a starting point.

Have fun!

The students have been studying different types of media. They have been identifying the purpose, the audience, and the techniques used in media. Students decided to create their own community message ads with helpful tips for the summer.
Suggested Summer Activity:
View a few commercials with your child.
Discuss the purpose of this media: entertain, inform, persuade (It can sometimes be a combination but there is one main purpose.)
Who was the targeted audience for this ad?
Was this ad successful? Why? What movement or sound did it use?
Your child can then draw a picture of the main interest points of the ad.

What is a Fox Run First Grader?

Today first grade students in Mrs. Cunningham's class talked about what it means to be a first grader at Fox Run. They thought about their answers, then we recorded their thoughts in this movie.



Second grade, here they come!

Choosing a Library Book

Several of our first graders visited the library, and we talked about how we choose a library book. We made a video to share with you!

Watch this with your Fox Run Reader. Talk about how you can look for books at the Semmes library (the library with a playground) or at school. When your student choose a book, talk about the connections they see to themselves, to their world, or to other books they've read.

Happy reading!

Summer Reading

Hi Fox Run Readers!
I'm creating a summer reading page on this blog, just for YOU! I know you want to keep reading all summer to stay sharp and be ready to learn next year.
So...check out the summer reading page for book suggestions and a list of places that will give you fabulous prizes for something that's already so much fun--READING!
Look on the right hand side of this blog for the link that says "Summer Reading." And, since I won't see you at the Fox Run Library this summer, I'll look for you when I go to the Semmes Library!