A Big Bite

What a Wonderful, Whacky, Warm and  Wild first Week of school (can you name the author's craft I just used?)!  It's one I won't forget!  We have been focusing on building community through cooperative games, morning meetings, end of the week meeting and shared learning experiences.  We will continue to get to know each other over the next few weeks as we begin to dive into all of the fourth grade curriculum.  Ask your child to tell you their experiences in Room 23 and about the photos below. 
Have a great holiday weekend!
Mrs. A

Can you find your child's shoe?

Our first "End of the Week Web."

Paper Chain Challenge

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The fourth grade team shares one of their favorite books, All Are Welcome Here by Alexandra Penfold, in this back to school video.  Enjoy!

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Wow, can you believe how quickly the summer has flown by?  Kind of like the seagull in the picture, don't you think? 😄😃😉
My name is Mrs. Williams and I teach fourth grade at John F. Kennedy Elementary School.  Perhaps you are in my class!  If so, take some time to read the letter that I have for you by clicking on the link below.  There is a letter for your parents also.  I will be heading to Ohio later this week to bring my son back to Xavier University and my daughter will head back to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute next week.  I am going to spend my last few days with them, having fun, reading, eating ice cream and making a few last memories until I see them in December.  Go make some memories with your family and friends too. See you soon!
Mrs. A

Letter for Students

Letter for Parents

Meet Mrs. Williams

Bookworm Buzz

Shouting at the Rain by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love, love, love. These characters will stay with you for a long time. That's the point, isn't it?


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Saving Winslow by Sharon Creech

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely loved this book! Never, ever give up. Stay positive. The messages will resonate with all different readers. Mrs. Richards MUST get us this one for the library. :)

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A Boy Called Bat by Elana K. Arnold

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Great story. So much to talk about in this book.

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Mr. Wolf's Class by Aron Nels Steinke

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

An accurate reflection of what can happen at the beginning of the school year....lots of laughs!

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Ellis Island by Elizabeth Carney

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Great information about Ellis Island. Students will love all of the text features and the quiz at the end.

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Hey, gang!  Check out this cool video from Mystery Science about how emojis were created!  So cool!

A Big Bite

The last day is finally here!  Where did the time go?  Thank you for a great year.  Have a wonderful summer, full of fun, reading, travels and new adventures.😊
Love,
Mrs. A

The last Dancers of the Day!

Thank you for the class gift!

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Here are some pictures from the concert.  Great job everyone!