Dear Parents,
I'm back in school today, though still hobbling. Though we had just 4 periods today, we had a briefing, Dictation as well as an English quiz ( on whiteboard) on comparatives and superlatives of adjectives ( e.g. smaller, smallest). For Maths, we had an estimation activity to estimate the weight of objects given, as well as a class project " My book of Mass" which is a self illustrated and created booklet by pupils showing the object, the weighing scale (appropriately chosen by them e.g. for heavier objects, the weighing scale has to be in kg) showing the mass as well as a statement stating the mass of the object. This helps the children to demonstrate their learnt knowledge of estimation as well as different weighing scales ( in g or kg) that they have come across. I also used a kitchen scale to allow them to each weigh an object of their choice. I went round to each child to let him/her try while the rest were doing their project.
Things to bring for 26 March : a) Small whiteboard, duster and marker b) Maths Coursebook 2A c) A4 size blank paper - 5 sheets
Homework has been issued earlier, due Monday.
Btw, there will be a learning journey on Thursday 17 May to a farm. I know it is a long way ahead, but interested volunteers to be facilitators, please do sign up with Mrs Singh. (Mrs Singh, can you please help to coordinate? Thanks. ) Btw, I've not mentioned to your child as he or she will be overly excited and think that we are going next week or something, so I am not mentioning this yet. So please try not to mention to them yet. Thanks.
Reminder: Practical Masss Quiz on Mass is next week on a one to one basis (Tues and Wed). Pupils need to estimate mass of objects as well as to weigh specific given objects and record the mass, and to answer questions by selecting appropriate objects given in a helping list, to match the criteria (e.g. of a certain mass) stated in the question.
Thank you. Have a wonderful weekend!
Ow Yeong
Friday, 23 March 2012
Tuesday, 20 March 2012
20 March 2012
Dear Parents,
My sincere apologies. On my way to school this morning, I slipped and fell (there was a wet mud puddle near the void deck area) and I've sprained my left ankle. The doctor has given me 3 days' of medical leave. This is unforeseen. Rest assured that I've planned everything for the children and have sent it to the school ic to get the relief to cover and also Mrs Nair will be there to ensure it is done. I'm attaching the plan for the 3 days for your info. I will be back ( if all goes well) on Friday (starting with my remedial with the children who comes at 11am for remedial). Teaching and learning will not be affected as I've arranged written components for these 3 days. ( By the way, for early info, I will be away for a symposium for HODs and meeting from 29 March to 30 March and 2 April - 3 days - arrangements have already been made accordingly as well.)
Btw, I will be including Mental sums questions for your info this term for reference on what are the questions given to the pupils. I am also highlighting to you what will be done in class these 3 days besides homework issued tomorrow as usual.
20 March
2pm to 3pm ( Maths)
1. Mental Sums (in Mental Sums book)
10 questions
What is the number that is 1 less than 567?
What is the number that is 10 more than 434?
What is the number that is 100 more than 222?
What is the sum of 20 and 40?
What is the difference between 100 and 400?
What is the sum of 30 and 70?
What is the difference between 1000 and 200?
What is 9 x 9 ?
What is 8x 6?
What is 4 x 7?
Answers :
566
444
322
60
600
100
800
81
48
28
2. To complete all the questions in Maths Coursebook 2A on Mass (to write into the Maths coursebook)
3pm to 3.30 pm (English)
1. To get pupils to copy : Things to bring for 21 March : a) Maths Coursebook 2A b) Foolscap Paper - 5 sheets c) highlighters / coloured markers d) Journal (with homework done)
2. Penmanship in Stellar : next 2 exercises (books are at the back of the class)
3. To collect the Maths Test papers (signed) as well as the journal rubrics feedback form (signed ) and the term 1 periodic feedback on pupils' progress form issued yesterday ( signed)
4pm to 5pm (English)
To complete the rest of the "Chicken Rice" Worksheets ( they have done 3 exercises yesterday). They were kept at the back of the class/ cupboard yesterday.
21 March
2.30 to 3.30 pm (English)
* To collect homework due today : English Journal, Maths reflection sheet, Maths Journals (names, register no and class plus date to be written and detached from the Maths activity book 2A part 1) - Maths Activity book 2A part one to be collected and placed at the back of the class for my checking when I come back that all corrections are done.
1) To copy things to bring for 22 March : 1) Materials for the scrapbook cover page - blank paper, colouring materials, stickers or decorative materials 2) Maths Coursebook 2A
To copy homework due Friday and Monday -
Due Friday 23 March :
- E learning via assigned work online in lead.com.sg and problemsums.com
Due Monday 26 March :
- Maths Worksheets on Models : to be stapled
- English Reading comprehension Booklet 2 : The next 2 exercises
2) English Comprehension - To do Reading Comprehension Booklet 1 - in the cupboard ( To complete all corrections and to do the remaining 4 comprehension exercises not done - whole book should be completed by end of day. To remember to work the passage by highlighting key points and also work on the questions by highlighting grammar and key points. English monitors to assist those who need help. )
(Unfinished work will be done during the English period after recess.)
5 to 5.30pm (English)
- To complete English comprehension
- To collect booklet
- silent reading if free at the end
5.30 pm to 6.30 pm (Maths)
-- Go to lead.com.sg/ Maths P2 / Mass : To get pupils to answer on their foolscap paper by writing clearly Lead.com.sg , Maths quiz on Mass , questions....
(Pupils to self check when answers are revealed using green pen/ colour pencil)
22 March
2 to 3.30 pm (English)
1) To copy Things to bring for 23 March : a) Small whiteboard, duster and marker b) Maths Coursebook 2A c) A4 size blank paper - 5 sheets
Homework already given on Wed.
2) Scrap book project - Part 1 - cover page (NO ASSISTANCE TO BE GIVEN TO THE CHILD AS WE ARE ASSESSING THE ABILITY OF THE CHILD)
- To do in class- the design of the cover page and the last page of the scrapbook - This is like the book jacket that will be covering the scrapbook. To include a title of the scrapbook that the child has decided to have, author and illustrator's name ( the child's name and class) on the cover. On the last page of the scrapbook to include start date for preparation of the scrapbook - end date will be written in at the end of the project. The child must work independently on his or her own to complete this page. The RT and Mrs Nair will use a class list to note down
a) how serious the child is in the work - e.g. trying his or her best and doing it neatly and carefully
b) did the child show that he or she has planned in any way for this.
c) did the child bring all the materials that he or she will need?
This evaluation is important information as we are assessing this part as well.
The scrapbook covers etc made will be collected and stored in one of the trays at the back of the class. IT MUST NOT BE TAKEN BACK HOME. The child can ONLY bring home his colourng and decoration materials or unused paper.
After work is done, it will be silent reading. The child cannot go on to the next part of the scrap book as we are doing it at the same pace tog at each stage.
4pm to 5pm (Maths)
To do Maths Activity Book 2A Part TWO - kept at the back of the class - on the topic of Mass
To complete in class
5 pm to 5.30pm (English)
Reading period - pupils to read silently in class. Books to be placed for easy retrieval as usual for selection by pupils.
Note:
a) Spelling is on Friday as usual.
b) Practical assessment on Mass will be in Week 2 - it will be done throughout the week starting from Tuesday as it is assessed on a one-one basis - a bit like oral but we will see the children handle the weighing of given items. (I will go through with the children regarding the skills they must know on Friday and Monday to prep for this.) This marks for this assessment IS taken into account.
Have a wonderful day!
My sincere apologies. On my way to school this morning, I slipped and fell (there was a wet mud puddle near the void deck area) and I've sprained my left ankle. The doctor has given me 3 days' of medical leave. This is unforeseen. Rest assured that I've planned everything for the children and have sent it to the school ic to get the relief to cover and also Mrs Nair will be there to ensure it is done. I'm attaching the plan for the 3 days for your info. I will be back ( if all goes well) on Friday (starting with my remedial with the children who comes at 11am for remedial). Teaching and learning will not be affected as I've arranged written components for these 3 days. ( By the way, for early info, I will be away for a symposium for HODs and meeting from 29 March to 30 March and 2 April - 3 days - arrangements have already been made accordingly as well.)
Btw, I will be including Mental sums questions for your info this term for reference on what are the questions given to the pupils. I am also highlighting to you what will be done in class these 3 days besides homework issued tomorrow as usual.
20 March
2pm to 3pm ( Maths)
1. Mental Sums (in Mental Sums book)
10 questions
What is the number that is 1 less than 567?
What is the number that is 10 more than 434?
What is the number that is 100 more than 222?
What is the sum of 20 and 40?
What is the difference between 100 and 400?
What is the sum of 30 and 70?
What is the difference between 1000 and 200?
What is 9 x 9 ?
What is 8x 6?
What is 4 x 7?
Answers :
566
444
322
60
600
100
800
81
48
28
2. To complete all the questions in Maths Coursebook 2A on Mass (to write into the Maths coursebook)
3pm to 3.30 pm (English)
1. To get pupils to copy : Things to bring for 21 March : a) Maths Coursebook 2A b) Foolscap Paper - 5 sheets c) highlighters / coloured markers d) Journal (with homework done)
2. Penmanship in Stellar : next 2 exercises (books are at the back of the class)
3. To collect the Maths Test papers (signed) as well as the journal rubrics feedback form (signed ) and the term 1 periodic feedback on pupils' progress form issued yesterday ( signed)
4pm to 5pm (English)
To complete the rest of the "Chicken Rice" Worksheets ( they have done 3 exercises yesterday). They were kept at the back of the class/ cupboard yesterday.
21 March
2.30 to 3.30 pm (English)
* To collect homework due today : English Journal, Maths reflection sheet, Maths Journals (names, register no and class plus date to be written and detached from the Maths activity book 2A part 1) - Maths Activity book 2A part one to be collected and placed at the back of the class for my checking when I come back that all corrections are done.
1) To copy things to bring for 22 March : 1) Materials for the scrapbook cover page - blank paper, colouring materials, stickers or decorative materials 2) Maths Coursebook 2A
To copy homework due Friday and Monday -
Due Friday 23 March :
- E learning via assigned work online in lead.com.sg and problemsums.com
Due Monday 26 March :
- Maths Worksheets on Models : to be stapled
- English Reading comprehension Booklet 2 : The next 2 exercises
2) English Comprehension - To do Reading Comprehension Booklet 1 - in the cupboard ( To complete all corrections and to do the remaining 4 comprehension exercises not done - whole book should be completed by end of day. To remember to work the passage by highlighting key points and also work on the questions by highlighting grammar and key points. English monitors to assist those who need help. )
(Unfinished work will be done during the English period after recess.)
5 to 5.30pm (English)
- To complete English comprehension
- To collect booklet
- silent reading if free at the end
5.30 pm to 6.30 pm (Maths)
-- Go to lead.com.sg/ Maths P2 / Mass : To get pupils to answer on their foolscap paper by writing clearly Lead.com.sg , Maths quiz on Mass , questions....
(Pupils to self check when answers are revealed using green pen/ colour pencil)
22 March
2 to 3.30 pm (English)
1) To copy Things to bring for 23 March : a) Small whiteboard, duster and marker b) Maths Coursebook 2A c) A4 size blank paper - 5 sheets
Homework already given on Wed.
2) Scrap book project - Part 1 - cover page (NO ASSISTANCE TO BE GIVEN TO THE CHILD AS WE ARE ASSESSING THE ABILITY OF THE CHILD)
- To do in class- the design of the cover page and the last page of the scrapbook - This is like the book jacket that will be covering the scrapbook. To include a title of the scrapbook that the child has decided to have, author and illustrator's name ( the child's name and class) on the cover. On the last page of the scrapbook to include start date for preparation of the scrapbook - end date will be written in at the end of the project. The child must work independently on his or her own to complete this page. The RT and Mrs Nair will use a class list to note down
a) how serious the child is in the work - e.g. trying his or her best and doing it neatly and carefully
b) did the child show that he or she has planned in any way for this.
c) did the child bring all the materials that he or she will need?
This evaluation is important information as we are assessing this part as well.
The scrapbook covers etc made will be collected and stored in one of the trays at the back of the class. IT MUST NOT BE TAKEN BACK HOME. The child can ONLY bring home his colourng and decoration materials or unused paper.
After work is done, it will be silent reading. The child cannot go on to the next part of the scrap book as we are doing it at the same pace tog at each stage.
4pm to 5pm (Maths)
To do Maths Activity Book 2A Part TWO - kept at the back of the class - on the topic of Mass
To complete in class
5 pm to 5.30pm (English)
Reading period - pupils to read silently in class. Books to be placed for easy retrieval as usual for selection by pupils.
Note:
a) Spelling is on Friday as usual.
b) Practical assessment on Mass will be in Week 2 - it will be done throughout the week starting from Tuesday as it is assessed on a one-one basis - a bit like oral but we will see the children handle the weighing of given items. (I will go through with the children regarding the skills they must know on Friday and Monday to prep for this.) This marks for this assessment IS taken into account.
Have a wonderful day!
Monday, 19 March 2012
19 March 2012
Dear Parents,
Today, we have played a Mental Sums game at the field just before recess, and will be having activities that include Big Book reading, lessons on adjectives and comparison of adjective, as well as written work for English. I will also be giving them their Maths Quiz paper back, after going through it with the class.
I will also be issuing them their periodic review check list and the English Journal checklist (not graded) to them for your signature.
For your information pl. Thank you.
Have a wonderful day!
Ow Yeong
Today, we have played a Mental Sums game at the field just before recess, and will be having activities that include Big Book reading, lessons on adjectives and comparison of adjective, as well as written work for English. I will also be giving them their Maths Quiz paper back, after going through it with the class.
I will also be issuing them their periodic review check list and the English Journal checklist (not graded) to them for your signature.
Homework due Wednesday 21 March 2012
- English Journal : (to be written in the English Journal exercise book)
A) What I did during the March holidays
B) The food from the School Canteen that I like best
- Maths
A) Reflections on the Mentals Sums game that I have played today ( to be written on foolscap paper )
B) To complete my Maths Journals from Maths Activity Book 2A Part One – at the end of the book
Things to bring tomorrow ( 20 March 2012)
- Mental Sums Exercise book
- Spelling Exercise book
- Maths Coursebook 2A
- Small whiteboard, duster, marker
- A4 size blank paper – 3 sheets
Have a wonderful day!
Ow Yeong
Monday, 12 March 2012
Periodic review for pupils to be issued on Day 1 Term 2 Week 1
Dear Parents,
My apologies. I have been unwell after the swimming carnival (till now) and thus was not able to complete and send the periodic review for your children to you via post by today. As there is no point in sending the review late this week to you, I would be handing it via your child to be given to you on Day 1, Term 2 Week 1.
Sorry for any inconvenience caused. Happy Holidays to your child!
Ow Yeong
My apologies. I have been unwell after the swimming carnival (till now) and thus was not able to complete and send the periodic review for your children to you via post by today. As there is no point in sending the review late this week to you, I would be handing it via your child to be given to you on Day 1, Term 2 Week 1.
Sorry for any inconvenience caused. Happy Holidays to your child!
Ow Yeong
Thursday, 8 March 2012
Holiday homework and other matters
Dear Parents,
Sorry I have forgotten to post the typed homework and things to bring list. It is a document that is stored in my school lap top.
Thus I am not able to produce the same document but rather will just let you know the gist.
Holiday homework - in lead.com.sg ( English and Maths assignments - not the same for all) and problemsums. com ( Maths assignments - again not the same for all )
The last part is to prepare for the Scrap book assignment in Term 2 - by gathering information, pictures, plan what to write and include. BUT the scrapbook must be done from scratch in school, as the process will be evaluated as well. Materials can be brought from home.
Things to bring:
1) Maths File
2) English File
3) Maths Coursebook 2A
4) A4 size blank paper - 4 sheets
5) stapler
Btw, as we did not have time for our Mass Maths project today, I will be asking the children to bring their materials again when school reopens.
I will also be recalling the Maths Activity book 2A part one in Term 2 Week 1, but not on day 1.
As for the portfolio, in order to lighten the load of the portfolio for ease of transport by the children, we will be helping to tie up the existing P1 portfolio materials and will return to you in early term 2. In this way, when we let the children bring back the portfolio later at end of Term 2, it will be lighter.
We will also be giving a holistic assessment checklist ( whole level has this) in Term 2.
Thank you. Have a wonderful week ahead!
Ow Yeong
Sorry I have forgotten to post the typed homework and things to bring list. It is a document that is stored in my school lap top.
Thus I am not able to produce the same document but rather will just let you know the gist.
Holiday homework - in lead.com.sg ( English and Maths assignments - not the same for all) and problemsums. com ( Maths assignments - again not the same for all )
The last part is to prepare for the Scrap book assignment in Term 2 - by gathering information, pictures, plan what to write and include. BUT the scrapbook must be done from scratch in school, as the process will be evaluated as well. Materials can be brought from home.
Things to bring:
1) Maths File
2) English File
3) Maths Coursebook 2A
4) A4 size blank paper - 4 sheets
5) stapler
Btw, as we did not have time for our Mass Maths project today, I will be asking the children to bring their materials again when school reopens.
I will also be recalling the Maths Activity book 2A part one in Term 2 Week 1, but not on day 1.
As for the portfolio, in order to lighten the load of the portfolio for ease of transport by the children, we will be helping to tie up the existing P1 portfolio materials and will return to you in early term 2. In this way, when we let the children bring back the portfolio later at end of Term 2, it will be lighter.
We will also be giving a holistic assessment checklist ( whole level has this) in Term 2.
Thank you. Have a wonderful week ahead!
Ow Yeong
8 March 2012
Dear Parents,
Today we reviewed the topic of Mass ( and will continue to complete it in 1st 2 to 3 days of Term 2 Week 1) and did written work on the topic. We also had Spelling and Mental Sums, as well as creative writing (publishing corrected work - in the creative writing book).
The English file has been returned but we didn't have time to complete all filing so only essential school worksheets were filed, but as for all of our enriched work, we were not able to file in as yet. Please sign on the cover pages of the school worksheets. The Spelling and Mental Sums books were also returned for your signature, including today's work.
As mentioned, I will mail you the periodic feedback (for end of Term 1) on Monday.
The Maths Quiz paper will be returned only in Term 2 Week 1.
Note: Dates to take note in advance for Term 2 -
1. Results for journal assessment in Week 1 : we are selecting one of the pieces for an informal evaluation - marks not counted - the piece on "My favourite play areas in school"
2. Maths Practical paper in Week 2 - more details will be given later
3. Scrap Book project to be done in school over two to three weeks - starting at end of Week 1
4. Picture conversation assessment ( in Week 6 to 7 - over two weeks as I am doing one to one assessment)
5. 10 May English written quiz
6. 11 May Maths written quiz
Here's wishing your child a very happy and wonderful March holiday!
Ow Yeong
Today we reviewed the topic of Mass ( and will continue to complete it in 1st 2 to 3 days of Term 2 Week 1) and did written work on the topic. We also had Spelling and Mental Sums, as well as creative writing (publishing corrected work - in the creative writing book).
The English file has been returned but we didn't have time to complete all filing so only essential school worksheets were filed, but as for all of our enriched work, we were not able to file in as yet. Please sign on the cover pages of the school worksheets. The Spelling and Mental Sums books were also returned for your signature, including today's work.
As mentioned, I will mail you the periodic feedback (for end of Term 1) on Monday.
The Maths Quiz paper will be returned only in Term 2 Week 1.
Note: Dates to take note in advance for Term 2 -
1. Results for journal assessment in Week 1 : we are selecting one of the pieces for an informal evaluation - marks not counted - the piece on "My favourite play areas in school"
2. Maths Practical paper in Week 2 - more details will be given later
3. Scrap Book project to be done in school over two to three weeks - starting at end of Week 1
4. Picture conversation assessment ( in Week 6 to 7 - over two weeks as I am doing one to one assessment)
5. 10 May English written quiz
6. 11 May Maths written quiz
Here's wishing your child a very happy and wonderful March holiday!
Ow Yeong
Wednesday, 7 March 2012
7 March 2012
Dear Parents,
Today, I have given the children the homework list ( March holiday homework) and things to bring tomorrow and on 19 March when school reopens. Homework issued this time round is customised for your child to further revise key concepts or to further challenge him/her. I have also given them their Term 2 spelling list. There was a misprint and I have told them to make the nec amendments on the paper - For Weeks 5 to 8, there is NO SA1 spelling list. We will be giving them words which are usually mispelt and this will be issued later when school reopens.
The children were introduced to the topic of Mass today. They had also reflected on what they have learnt.
They have also done their Maths written quiz. Reminders were given today for English on the Scrap book to be done in Term 2 ( to be done ALL in class), as the process will also be assessed.
I will issue the English file tomorrow. Today, we had to make time (an hour for the Maths quiz) and thus did not have much time for further filing. Due to time constraints, I will mail you a copy of the periodic update on your child's progress for end of this term on Monday. For your kind understanding please.
Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Ow Yeong
Today, I have given the children the homework list ( March holiday homework) and things to bring tomorrow and on 19 March when school reopens. Homework issued this time round is customised for your child to further revise key concepts or to further challenge him/her. I have also given them their Term 2 spelling list. There was a misprint and I have told them to make the nec amendments on the paper - For Weeks 5 to 8, there is NO SA1 spelling list. We will be giving them words which are usually mispelt and this will be issued later when school reopens.
The children were introduced to the topic of Mass today. They had also reflected on what they have learnt.
They have also done their Maths written quiz. Reminders were given today for English on the Scrap book to be done in Term 2 ( to be done ALL in class), as the process will also be assessed.
I will issue the English file tomorrow. Today, we had to make time (an hour for the Maths quiz) and thus did not have much time for further filing. Due to time constraints, I will mail you a copy of the periodic update on your child's progress for end of this term on Monday. For your kind understanding please.
Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Ow Yeong
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