BAKERS

MAY 31, 2016JUNE 3, 2016

ROOM 1 WEEKLY UPDATE

BAKERE12@MSU.EDU, 517888-8888

WHAT ARE WE DOING

THIS WEEK?
MATH:
- Continuing Fractions
(6.3, 6.4, 6.5)
-Chapter 6 Math Test on
FRIDAY! Watch for study
guide coming home mid
week!
SCIENCE:
-Introduction to mammals
-Begin biome project at
school (Due June 17)
SOCIAL STUDIES:
-Continue learning about
Maps (this week we will
focus on map keys and
legends!)
LANGUAGE ARTS:
-We will finish publishing
out short stories early
this week. We will spend
Friday afternoon sharing
our stories with Mr.
Harnicks
Kindergarteners!

SPECIALS SCHEDULE:
-Monday: Art
-Tuesday: Spanish
-Wednesday: P.E.
-Thursday: Library
-Friday: Music

Students & Sleep, Volume #1

Q: How much sleep do children need per night?
A: According to Science News for Students, children
should be getting about 10 hours of sleep per night! To
achieve this, the American Association of Pediatrics
(AAP) recommends establishing routines which
incorporate the 4 Bs of Bedtime:
1. Bathing: Baths can be soothing for children, and
can help children relax before bedtime.
2. Brushing: Children should brush their teeth right
before bedthe toothbrush should be the last
thing in his or her mouth before going to sleep!
3. Books: Books can serve as a source of comfort
as well as a cue that it is time for bed. This is a
habit that a child can use throughout his or her
life!
4. Bedtime: While you cant force a child to sleep,
implementing a routine will let your child know
that it is time for bed!
The AAP also recommends making sure your childs room is
dark and to use a nightlight for any light in the room!

Next weeks topic: How sleep can impact a childs

mood!

When I go to
bed, I like to read
Magic Tree
House books!
-Sarah K.

I really like
when my mom
reads My
Fathers Dragon
to me.
-Andrew V.

I like reading
the American
Girl Doll books
with my little
sister.
-Kali M.

What is your favorite book to read before

bedtime?

BAKERS
JUNE 6, 2016JUNE 10, 2016

ROOM 1 WEEKLY UPDATE

BAKERE12@MSU.EDU, 517888-8888

WHAT ARE WE DOING

THIS WEEK?
MATH:
- Math Game Monday
(Great job on Ch. 6 Test!)
-Begin Ch. 7
(Measurement)
SCIENCE:
-Continue working on
mammal biome. Students
may need to work on
these at home! (Due June
17)
SOCIAL STUDIES:
-Review Ch. 8 (Maps)
Tues/Weds. (look for
study guide coming
home!)
-Ch. 8 Test on Thursday
LANGUAGE ARTS:
-Spelling Pre-test Monday
-Begin Unit 5: Fairytales
we will be filming our own
fairytale later this
month!!
-Spelling test: Friday

SPECIALS SCHEDULE:
-Monday: Art
-Tuesday: Spanish
-Wednesday: P.E.
-Thursday: Library
-Friday: Music

like
to take
I make
my
I always eat
Students & Sleep,
VolumeaIbed
#2
shower
first as
as soon

Frosted Flakes
because
it
I get up.
with my mom.
helps
to
wake
H.
Q: Can a lack of sleep impact
a childs
mood? -Brianna
-Alison
O.
me up.
-Nathan R.

A: YES! According to the American Academy of Sleep

Medicine, a lack of sleep can have a huge impact on
your
childs
day.first
Children
who
dont
sufficient
What
is the
thing
you
do get
after
waking up
sleep at night are more
likely
to
be
overactive
and
in the morning?
noncompliant, as well as being more withdrawn and
anxious (Dr. Dean Beebe, Cincinnati Childrens
Hospital).
Children may also have difficulty interacting with
others as well as exhibiting risk-taking behaviors.
If you think your child is getting enough sleep, but still
exhibiting the above behaviors, the Journal for Sleep
Specialists recommends watching for the following, as
they could be indicators that your child is having
trouble sleeping at night:
Snoring/breathing problems
Difficulty waking up in the morning
Sleeplessness during the day
Mood swings
Next weeks topic: How sleep can impact a childs
success at school!

BAKERS
JUNE 13, 2016JUNE 17, 2016

ROOM 1 WEEKLY UPDATE

BAKERE12@MSU.EDU, 517888-8888

WHAT ARE WE DOING

THIS WEEK?
MATH:
-Continue Ch.7
(Measurement)
-Mid-chapter review on
Thursday
SCIENCE:
-Dont forget, biomes
must be finished by
Friday (6/17), they look
great so far!
SOCIAL STUDIES:
-Introduction to
Economics! -Parents: I am
looking for volunteers to
come to school and share
a little bit about their
careers with students.
Contact me if interested!

LANGUAGE ARTS:
-We will begin writing our
classroom fairytale. Each
student will be able to
help in some way! Filming
begins next week!

SPECIALS SCHEDULE:
-Monday: Art
-Tuesday: Spanish
-Wednesday: P.E.
-Thursday: Library
-Friday: Music

Students & Sleep, Volume #3

Q: Does sleep impact a childs success in school?
A: Studies show that sleep DOES impact a childs
success in school! Dr. Joshua Sparrow claims that
memory is affected by both the brain and sleep.
Therefore, if a child is not getting enough sleep, then
his or her academic success may suffer! In fact, the
American Association of Pediatrics calls a lack of sleep
a serious threat to academic success.
We all want our students to do well in school. Medical
professionals claim that higher academic performance
can be associated with the following:
Waking up later on school days
Early rising on weekends
Taking less time to fall asleep
Few night awakenings
Fewer day time naps
Remember, students need about 10 hours of sleep
per night so that their brains can rest for their next big
day at school!
Next weeks topic: How exercise can aid sleep quality!

I like Language
Arts because I
like to read and
write.
-Lauren C.

Math is my
favorite,
because it is
easy for me.
-Joey J.

I think my
favorite is
science because
we do cool
experiments.
-Jake K.

What is your favorite school subject?

BAKERS
JUNE 20, 2016JUNE 24, 2016

ROOM 1 WEEKLY UPDATE

BAKERE12@MSU.EDU, 517888-8888

WHAT ARE WE DOING

THIS WEEK?
MATH:
-Measurement Scavenger
Hunt (Monday)
-Finish Ch. 7, review day
Thursday, test on Friday!
SCIENCE:
-Biomes are on display in
the library! GREAT JOB!
-We will begin our next
unit Wednesday, reptiles!
SOCIAL STUDIES:
-We will spend the week
learning how different
careers impact the
economy. THANK YOU
PARENT VOLUNTEERS!
LANGUAGE ARTS:
-Our script is finished! We
will begin dress
rehearsals and filming of
our fairytale this week!
Please contact me if you
would like to assist in any
way!

SPECIALS SCHEDULE:
-Monday: Art
-Tuesday: Spanish
-Wednesday: P.E.
-Thursday: Library
-Friday: Music

Students & Sleep, Volume #4

Q: Does exercise impact sleep?
A: YES! Kids build up a lot of energy during the day. Its
important to give kids an opportunity to burn off this
energy before going to bed. Exercise provides an outlet
for this energy and helps children go to bed feeling
tired. The more vigorous the activity, the bigger the
sleep benefit! (WebMD). Furthermore, children who
exercise on a regular basis tend to fall asleep faster
than other children.
The CDC recommends that children get 60 minutes of
exercise per day. Below are some activities that your
family can do together to achieve this goal!
Riding bikes
Roller blading
Playing at the playground
4-square
Ask your child to teach you a game he or she
plays at school!
Next week: The impact technology has on sleep!

I think it is fun
to use chalk and
do hopscotch
down the
sidewalk.
-Emily B.

Its fun to play

PIG or Around
the World with
my friends.
-Hudson V.

I like running
with my dad. We
are doing the
Color Run in the
summer.
-Ally R.

What is your favorite activity to do

outdoors?

BAKERS
JUNE 27, 2016JUNE 30, 2016

ROOM 1 WEEKLY UPDATE

BAKERE12@MSU.EDU, 517888-8888

WHAT ARE WE DOING

THIS WEEK?
MATH:
-Math Game Monday
(GREAT JOB ON CH.7
TEST!)
-We will begin our LAST
math unit this week!
(Geometry)
SCIENCE:
-We will continue to learn
and read about reptiles
around the world.
-Mammal & Reptile Test
will be July 8!
SOCIAL STUDIES:
-Students will research
careers that interest
them and share their
findings with the class
LANGUAGE ARTS:
-Our fairytale is finished! I
will be posting the final
product on the class
website this week!
-Next: Persuasive writing!

SPECIALS SCHEDULE:
-Monday: Art
-Tuesday: Spanish
-Wednesday: P.E.
-Thursday: Library
-Friday: Music

Students & Sleep, Volume #5

Q: Can using technology at night impact my childs
sleep?
A: Yes! Items like iPads, cellphones, computers, etc.,
emit what is called a blue light. Our brains
associated blue light with morning, making it more
difficult to fall asleep. Texts and video games stimulate
our brains, tricking them into thinking we are supposed
to stay awake.
About 70% of children sleep with an electronic device
in their bedroom. Just having a device in the bedroom
can cause disruption in sleep quality. The National
Sleep Foundation recommends putting away all
electronic devices at least 30 minutes prior to bedtime.
Remember the 4 Bs of Bedtime? This can be a good
alternative to technology before bed
Bathing
Brushing
Books
Bedtime
Stay tuned, Julys newsletter series will focus on
Summer Safety!

Yes, I have a
blanket that I
sleep with every
night.
-Sarah S.

My mom got
me a bear that
I like to put
next to me at
night.
-Addison V.

I like to sleep
with my
nightlight on. It
projects stars
onto my
ceiling.
-Chris G.

Do you have something that comforts you

when you sleep?

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