We learned so much at the zoo!

The first graders had an amazing time at the zoo! One student told Ms. Feinman what she learned: "I learned that the zoo is very exhausting!" It was a very long day. But the students got to see some very exotic animals! Read the comments to see what they have to say about the zoo trip!

Zoo Guidelines

Dear Families,
The zoo trip is right around the corner! We will be leaving promptly at 8:30am on Wednesday. Please make sure your child arrives to school on time. This is an educational trip. We want our students to learn as much as they can on Wednesday. Therefore, please make sure you adhere to the guidelines below.

Students are to wear comfortable walking shoes. NO BOOTS, NO DRESS SHOES, NO SANDALS

Students are to be in uniform.

Students should bring a light jacket in case of rain. This jacket should be easily tied around the waist, as we will be carrying our zoo books all day. (Wed. should be around 60 degrees)

Students should bring a bottle of water with them that will stay on the bus. Students are very thirsty after a long day outside. (ONLY water- due to spillage) Water fountains are located throughout the park.

Students should bring a small snack that will also stay on the bus to be eaten after leaving the park.

Bagged lunches will automatically be bought from the cafeteria.

A disposable camera is acceptable to bring into the zoo. However, your child will be carrying a book and a pencil all day. Backpacks are NOT allowed in the zoo. Therefore, your child would need some sort of fanny pack, or clip for the camera.

We will not be allowing ANY students into the gift shop. It would be unfair for those students that did not have money. It also takes away from the time spent enjoying the animals and learning about them.

Apply sunscreen to your child before they leave for school!

Do not let your child bring money to school on Wednesday. We are not responsible for lost or missing money. Students will not be allowed to buy anything on the trip. (Including things from vending machines)

If you plan to join your child on the trip, make sure the classroom teacher is aware. Because most students will be eating bagged lunches we are asking you not to buy your child food at the zoo. In the past, this has become a discipline problem. Also, be aware that you will have to drive separately.

Siblings are not allowed to attend this trip, even if paid for separately. We feel that this takes away from your FIRST GRADER’S experience. In the past, it has also caused some problems. Please make arrangements for them.

If you are planning to chaperon, please make sure the classroom teacher is aware. Please make sure you have a cell phone, and the teacher has your number. The zoo is a large park! We don’t want anyone to get lost!

Classroom teachers will decide on times to eat lunch. Please stay in contact with your teacher so you know when to meet for lunch.

Make sure your child eats a hearty breakfast! It is going to be a LONG day!

If you have questions, please see Ms. Feinman


Thank you, First Grade Team

LEAVING DIGGS: 8:30 / ARRIVING BACK TO DIGGS: 5:30

Learning about polar bears!

Polar Bear with cubs in snow. Discovery Communications, Inc.
(2009). Retrieved February 20, 2009, from
Discovery Education: http://streaming.discoveryeducation.com/

Polar Bear swimming. Discovery Communications, Inc.
(2009). Retrieved February 20, 2009, from
Discovery Education: http://streaming.discoveryeducation.com/

Mother Polar Bear with young. Discovery Communications, Inc.
(2009). Retrieved February 20, 2009, from
Discovery Education: http://streaming.discoveryeducation.com/

Head of Polar Bear. Discovery Communications, Inc.
(2009). Retrieved February 20, 2009, from
Discovery Education: http://streaming.discoveryeducation.com/

We will be learning all about polar bears this week! Each time you learn a new fact, add it here as a comment! We can't wait to see what you have learned!

Bison

Today we learned about Bison! We discovered they live only in North America. Buffalo are commonly mistaken for bison. Buffalo are actually only found in Asia and Africa. A male bison is called a bull. A female is called a cow. Bison eat grass and flowers. They travel in herds. They have horns which continually grow and never fall off. They can use these horns as weapons. We can't wait to see the bison at the North Carolina Zoo!

Bison on snowy hill. Discovery Communications, Inc.(2009). Retrieved February 19, 2009, fromDiscovery Education: http://streaming.discoveryeducation.com/

Arctic Fox

Write what you have learned about the arctic fox. (2 sentences)

What else would you like to know about the arctic fox? (2 questions)

Arctic Fox. Discovery Communications, Inc.. 2009.Discovery Education. 18 February 2009

Turtles!

Write what you have learned about turtles.

We read a poem about turtles, watched videos about turtles and talked about turtles. We can't wait to see them at the zoo!

http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/

Otters

Write what you have learned so far about otters.

What do you still want to know about them?

NC ZOO Field Trip!!!!!!!!!!

We are getting ready for our upcoming field trip to the N.C. Zoo in Asheboro. Parents, please send in your child's permission slip, along with $5.00 to cover the cost of the trip. Please see the note that was sent home this week for more details. If you are interested in attending the trip as a chaperone, please let me know. We would love to have you join us! It is always a very fun and educational day!