We were so lucky to have perfect beach weather for our time at Alameda Crown Beach last Friday! Thank you to all of the grown ups who joined us for Beach Day. We were able to observe both low and high tide and interacted with some of the creatures that call the mudflat home. It […]
In science last week we dissected seeds and flowers and discovered and labeled the parts. We then discussed how the various parts work together and watched a BrainPop video on pollination. We also tried our seed design challenge again with the knowledge we gained from our first try in making seed pods that best disperse […]
We enjoyed seeing grown ups roll up their sleeves and do big math work with their Temesalians last week for Math Night. Students chose at least three games to teach and play with their special guests. We took two breaks to play SKUNK all together where we got a real-world taste of probability. Thank you […]
Walkathon for Human Rights! – June 1 The theme for our 6th annual Walkathon is Human Rights. This year’s social justice work has focused on many issues and movements including Black Lives Matter, support for refugees, and support for Standing Rock. 2017 Walkathon t-shirts will reflect these causes. We ask that K-8 students bring a white or black t-shirt […]
The Readathon was such a fantastic day of exploring genres, welcoming guest readers, and lounging around in PJs with good books and great company. We enjoyed visits from special stuffed friends, 7th grade buddies, and a sweet canine. It was also a wonderful way to say goodbye before Spring Break. Author, educator, and family advocate Brook Pessin-Whedbee, was […]
Homework started this week! A packet went home in your child’s folder on Monday with an introductory letter. Please let us know if you have questions. Students should be reading for at least 20 minutes each school night and filling in their reading log. We modeled and practiced the reading log at school. The rest of […]
We wrapped up 2016 with a Celebration of Learning where we presented our published expository essay pieces; sang holiday songs; and enjoyed an amazing, festive, and delicious potluck! We really appreciated spending quality time with families before winter break and showcasing the Temescalian’s hard work. Third grade scientists brought home their Borox crystal “snowflakes” after observing them. We […]
We shared our musical and mathematical skills and talents on Grandfriends Day. After the Temescalian’s performance singing and playing xylophones in the synagogue space next door, we returned to the classroom to share our favorite math games and banana bread we all had a hand in making. For science we sprouted scarlet runner beans and sent the seedlings home in […]
Please help your child with the routine of bringing home their weekly reflections in their folder on Friday, and returning it on Monday with a note from a grown up. The notes should be specific and encouraging and be addressed to the student. The purpose is to celebrate their learning and goal setting, and to help […]
Thank you to all of the grown ups that took the time to meet with us during parent-teacher conferences last Thursday and Friday. We enjoyed connecting and partnering with you and learned even more about your children. Teaming up is the best way to help each students bloom and thrive in third grade and conferences were a […]
