The students in Ms. Freitag’s class made observations of fall objects like leaves, pumpkins, pinecones and gourds. Students noticed how the objects smelled, felt, and looked. Students then wrote descriptive sentences to include adjectives and sensory details. This activity will develop descriptive writing skills to enhance personal narrative writing. … [Read more...] about Fall Descriptive Writing
Halloween Information
It’s about that time again...time for the Ghouls & Goblins to roam at Lincoln School! We have a few helpful hints to make sure that our upcoming Halloween parade is fun & safe! Make sure to return the attached permission slip regarding your lunch arrangements. Lincoln School Grades 1-3 - If possible, have children go home for lunch to change into their costumes. Please return the attached permission slip to the teacher by Friday, October 25th. This will eliminate the need … [Read more...] about Halloween Information
Exploring Phonics Centers
Students in Ms. Campo & Ms. Valente’s phonics class are learning about different phonics centers. Students practiced “rainbow writing” and “build it” centers. Students who met with a teacher practiced writing sentences using dry erase markers. … [Read more...] about Exploring Phonics Centers
Integrating Science and Reading
Mrs. Cioffi's, Mrs. Monochello's and Mrs. Risoli's targeted reading classes planted seeds in eggshells after reading the book How a Seed Grows by Helen J. Jordan. Some students placed their plants in Dr. Velechko's window and are coming by to measure plant growth! … [Read more...] about Integrating Science and Reading
Week of Respect
The Week of Respect is October 7-11. During the month of October, Lincoln School students will learn about, and celebrate, acts of kindness to others. Students will participate in specific activities to demonstrate respect for each other. Ms. Bregman, our Student Assistance Counselor, will visit classrooms during the month to discuss various topics. Even though NJ designates one week for activities, we continue to emphasize character traits throughout the year to foster positive character development. As shared during Back to School Night, we will develop 7 traits: respect, citizenship, … [Read more...] about Week of Respect