We are so grateful for the many blessings from God, especially those that He reveals to us as we journey home from holiday visits. What a blessing to have a home waiting for us!
First graders have so enjoyed their study of Native American culture, that we will incorporate more of this unit as we study the first inhabitants of the major regions of the North American continent. This unit will help students learn the basic needs of humans of long ago, and how these indigenous people used the natural resources available to them to meet those needs of survival.
Our science lessons will continue with the botany unit we began in November. During this month we will take time to study the unique characteristics of the evergreen tree. If you have the tradition of buying a live Christmas tree for your home, please consider saving a small sprig, so we can compare the various species of evergreen trees.
The Friday following Thanksgiving is much more than Black Friday! In 2008 the president named this day each year as Native American Heritage Day/National Maize Day when Americans everywhere can spend time to remember how important corn was to the Pilgrim settlers in the 17th century. On Monday, November 26th, your first graders will enjoy learning about corn and the many ways that the early settlers used this important food.
Many blessings,
Mrs. E
