We had a GREAT first day! What a nice bunch of kids! I am looking forward to a wonderful year. Today we read some stories, sang some songs, played a name game, discussed rules and procedures, etc. (All those beginning of the year, get to know you, figure it all out things.)
This year our school is implementing lots of changes. I'm not sure how much of this Mrs. Wright discussed at Back to School Night, but one of the biggest changes for us is in our schedule. We have a very long morning packed full of important instruction. We're trying to find a good balance for our first graders. We know they need some "wiggle" time.
For the first couple of weeks we'll be getting familiar with new routines and procedures. Formal language arts assessments begin September 2nd. (More about that soon.) In the mean time, please know that we are getting to know each other and working our way into the schedule.
Helpful Hint: Don't ask your child, "What did you do today?" You'll get, "Nothing," as an answer. Try something more specific. "Tell me something fun you did today. Tell me about your friends. Tell me about music, pe, etc. What is your favorite thing about first grade?"
Also, I read LOTS of stories EVERYDAY. Ask your child to tell you about a story. Today I read "Little Little Dog" This was my favorite book when I was a child and was given to me by my mom when I was 1 1/2 years old! Ask about it!