Thursday, October 13, 2011

Apples. Apples Apples



We had a wonderful day filled with APPLES! We have been reading many fiction and non-fiction books based on apples. We have also learned a great deal about Johnny Appleseed. Our culminating day of apples was filled with learning and fun. We began the day with a survey of who likes apples and who does not. The children were then given the opportunity to taste both a red apple and a green apple. The children then discussed the similarities and differences between the two. We also participated in shared reading of some poems about apples and songs about apples. The children were able to watch Mrs. Meissner use a special machine that peels and cores the apples with a twist of the handle, this was a highlight for all of the kids. We then made homemade applesauce. Each child was given the opportunity to taste the homemade applesauce, Every child took a bite. We would like to say a special thanks to the mom's of Brooke and Emily, and the dad of Mrs. Brown for making this super fun day such a super success!

Reading with Fifth Graders, what the Fifth Graders said.

After the first few sessions of reading with the fifth graders, we wanted to know what they had to say. This is what a few of them had to say about the experience.


"Whenever I got to an exciting part, they predict and they usually get it right." Katherine

"Where there were bolded words, the kindergartners repeated after me." Katie

"We used the cut-outs from The Three Billy Goats Gruff and we acted out the story." Sarah

"I think we should bring in our favorite books from when we were little." Ben

"I think we should change partners so we get to know everyone." Jaden