Making Gingerbread Houses

It is an annual tradition that second graders get together and make gingerbread houses.  Every house has the finest details and smells delicious.  Enjoy a peek!

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Happy Grinch Day!

I love the teachers from whom I stole this idea from.  Grinch Day fills our day with many smiles.  I didn't take as many pictures as I thought, however, enjoy!

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October Fun

Last week we studied pumpkins.  We measured their circumference, weight and counted how many seeds were in each pumpkin.  In addition, we rotated in different groups to a different second grade teacher for an activity.  You will see some of the students working in a different classrooms. Finally, we mixed up some witch's brew according to a recipe I found.  We practiced our fluency as we read the recipe over and over.  Enjoy your visit!

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Does the Shoe Fit?

Selecting a book that is "just right" for young readers is not easy.  Using shoes gave us the perfect connection.  This week we used shoes to show how one book does not fit everyone.  In addition, your interests reflect the type of shoes you have in your closet.  When we choose a book there is so much to think about first!

Fall is in the Air!

This week we read a Biography about Johnny Appleseed and a Non-fiction book about apples.  We finished the week by making applesauce in the classroom!  In addition, we selected one writing piece that we wanted to fix up and publish.  All week we worked on adding more details and checking over our piece.  On Friday we had an Authors Party.  We celebrated our writing by sharing our stories with a partner and eating applesauce.  Enjoy your peek into 2nd Grade!

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It's the small moments that make it special!

It is very common for a student to pop out of their seat and shout "I lost a tooth!"  It is always a special moment to share in this milestone.  Yesterday we had a friend who twisted, pulled and twisted again and again.  The whole class watched in anticipation to see if it would come out.  When it did we all cheered and clapped.  Just another wonderful day in second grade!

A peek into our first full week of school

We had a busy week learning many routines that will make our classroom an enjoyable community.  Here are a few pictures to enjoy.

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First Day of School!

We had a wonderful day getting to know each other on the first day!  Some of us were nervous, but after drinking a little "Jitter Juice"  all was relaxed and fun.  Enjoy the photos I was able to shoot.

Please read the homework assignment sheet that was sent home today and return it tomorrow.

Thank you!
Mrs. Wiggs

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Feelings about starting second grade tomorrow...

Thank you to all the parents who stopped in to help get thier child settled.  It was wonderful meeting everyone!  I am excited for tomorrow!  Remember to bring a snack, sneakers and a smile!

Here are some feelings and thoughts that were left on our smartboard.  A younger brother may have erased a few thoughts from early in the evening. 

End of the Year Smorgasbord

I found so many pictures of us having fun as I cleaned out my computer picture file.  They bring back so many fond memories.  Enjoy!

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Easter & Science Fun

We had Easter Fun coloring eggs and doing a jelly bean experiment. Our Living Science Unit has been filled with growing plants and bugs. Take a peak!

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Maple Syrup Field Trip

Last Week we were invited by the High School Academy students to participate in a maple syrup demonstration. At the pond located behind the High School, several students set up the buckets to catch the sap and cooked down the sap right there. It was a cold day for this excitment, but we were determined to see how maple syrup was made by the Native Americans. Enjoy this peek!

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St. Patrick's Day Fun!

Even though we didn't see a leprechaun, we had alot of fun going on a scavenger hunt.  We worked in teams and walked around the school using clue to find hidden pictures.  When we returned, we had a fun surprise from Mrs. Montgomery.  She gave us all little hats and read a fun St. Patrick's day story.
I wonder if the Leprechaun got into our classroom over the weekend?

Searching for clues in the nurse's office

Finding clues at the lost and found.

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Working hard!

Finding clues together

Working hard

Working with a partner

Finding clues in the hallway

A fun story to end the day!

A Combination of Events from January & February

In January we enjoyed our field trip to Strong Museum and some outdoor fun in the snow. In February we operated on words to form contractions, had a Valentines celebration and shared in some fun on the 100th day of school. Enjoy!

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