This week in reading class we started a new book that they are going to love reading. It is a semester ahead of schedule for the class, but I feel they will be able to do it. So far they already can read most of the words in the first story.

In Science class this week we planted some flowers for our new greenhouse. The children already know what plants need to grow, but it was a good review for them. We also started creating a book about our five senses. So far we are finished sight and hearing.

In phonics we are still practicing how to differentiate between short i and short a sounds in short three letter words.

August surprised me this week during reading class. We played a game where the students have to read a line from the story before they can have their turn. It was Jason's turn and August wanted Jason to have a turn so he helped Jason read the page. Not only does this show that August is improving, but he is displaying more thoughtful behavior.

I saw signs of improvement in Elaine's social behavior this week. Children are talking to her more. She is still very dependent on the teachers on duty during play time, but it is improving.

Christine and Leetrue are getting into more and more trouble together lately. They are very noisy at inappropriate times during the day. This is mostly due to the fact that when they are talking, they want EVERYONE to hear what they have to say.

Theresa is well behaved, but has been taking longer than usual to finish her lunch. It is taking an hour just to eat. We'll try again next week.

It was lovely seeing Ryan again. The students miss him and can't wait to have him back. I think the break he is taking will do him some good. We can't forget how young he is and how mature he has gotten.

Jason has a lot of fun at school. I am trying hard to make him understand the right place and the right time to act silly. I just need to remain consistent with how I deal with him so I can change his thinking pattern.

I am so impressed with Ivy. She is already reading and she is always well behaved. She is a real pleasure to teach and will become a great role-model for her classmates.

I have had no problems this week with Jae's bossiness. Part of the reason is students are becoming less likely to fight over sitting beside her. She is now beginning to understand that kindness is a better way to make and keep friends than dominance.