Thursday - October 16, 2019

Math | Large Numbers

Today we discussed about place value when working with large numbers. 

Place value is important because it helps us understand the meaning of a number. If people just used numbers randomly, no one would know which numbers people meant. You need place value to understand the order of numbers as well. Using Montessori materials, we discussed the concept of ones, tens, hundreds and thousands when counting and adding large numbers.

Science | Testing and Building

Today we tried to create 3D shapes and structures using plastic sticks and plasticine. Some students tried to create domes, ferries wheel and complex structures. Check your child work at SeeSaw!

Author & Artist Visits!

Author Jace Jax and artist Henry Hama will be visiting our school on Thursday, October 17th! These local Calgarians will be reading their new book Kidsburgh Chronicles Little Jack Jarmagan: A Halloween Tale! Jace Jax has been writing for years. The Kidsburgh Chronicles has been Jace’s pet project for over a decade. Henry is an artist and has always loved drawing pictures. Together, they embark on a journey to transport young and old to the magic realm of Kidsburgh. Most importantly, the core of every Kidsburgh Chronicles story is one that promotes imagination, creativity and courage.

Accompany young Jack Jarmagan as he encounters the creatures lurking in Kidsburgh on Halloween night!

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Important dates: 

Oct. 17 - Thursday: Author and Artist Visits!
Oct. 18 - Friday: Book orders | You can also order online at http://www.scholastic.ca/parents/ 

Nov 12 - Tuesday: Photo Retake Day