Play dough

Some students would like to make some play dough for their diorama. Here's a recipe you can make with your parents' permission.

Ingredients:
4 c. flour
2 c. salt
2 c. water
2 T oil
4 tsp. cream of tartar

Method:
1. Mix flour, salt, and cream of tartar.
2. In a separate container, add food coloring and oil to water.
3. Add liquid to flour and salt mixture.
4. Cook over low heat until very stiff.
5. Knead on floured surface.

After using, play-dough may be stored in a plastic container in the refrigerator.
Bake to preserve.

First Quarter

First Quarter We made it through the first quarter. The children have settled nicely into the routines of the classroom, they've experienced the fun of three field trips, and they are starting to take responsibility for their assignments. That last one may take some all year (or two), but we're getting there, with at least some growth. Thanks for your help in this parents and grandparents. You're awesome! Richland Church Service On November 5, our class, along with others in the school, will participate in the church service at Richland SDA Church. Because they will be singing with their Kindergarten buddies, they will not need to be in their black and white uniform, but in their usual church attire. Moon Journals Starting in November, we will be creating Moon Journals. It'll be fun making observations each night and using our creativity to make related projects. Check your children's homework folders for details soon to follow. Parent-Teacher Conference Wednesday and Thursday will be half days due to the Parent-Teacher Conferences. I look forward to meeting with the parents to discuss each child's progress.

Winding Down

We're coming up to the bend in the road for the last leg of the race. Library books and classroom books need to be returned by this Wednesday, all missing assignments need to be turned in by Thursday morning, and the spider project and Math facts need to be accomplished by next Thursday.

Book Order Wish List

If you would like to contribute to adding some great books to the classroom, please see my wish list below.
#4 Animals Up Close $10.00
#5 Archaeology Detectives $8.00
#12 Body Science $9.00
#15 Car Science $10.00
#19 D is for Drinking Gourd: An African American Alphabet $6.00
#36 How to Do Homework Without Throwing Up $3.00
#43 Incredible Insects Q & A $6.00
#45 It's Elementary! How Chemistry Rocks Our World $8.00
#63 Scholastic Encyclopedia of Animals $8.00
#66 Sea Horses $3.00
#77 Vet Emergencies 24/7 $5.00
#80 The World of Astronomy $6.00

Thank you for your generous contribution.