Mrs. C's 3B

Last Post for the Year

2010-06-16T12:46:00.001-07:00

I hope you are all enjoying the start of summer vacation. I have been busy getting things done that I didn't have time to do during the school year. I already miss everyone though, and I can't believe how fast this year went. These are pictures from the last month of school. I hope you enjoy looking at them, and I know you will all enjoy a restful summer. See you in September!

We started May with a procession to Mary. The entire school said the rosary together, and then we moved outside (singing), where Father Brommer closed the service with a blessing. It was a beautiful day and a beautiful ceremony.

Next, came our recorder concert. As you know, the third graders had been practicing playing the recorder since February, so it was nice to finally hear them all play together.

Surprise! There was dancing!!

And the Bunny Hop!!

In the middle of May, we had our class party at Koser Park. I tried to get at least one picture of everyone, but I apologize if I missed anyone. It's hard to keep track of 24 kids when they're running all over the place!

In June, we went on our field trip to Chocolate World and the Hershey Story Museum. It was a wonderful field trip. The museum was excellent and had a lot of interactive displays that the kids really enjoyed. And as usual, everyone was on their best behavior.

We were separated into groups, so I wasn't able to get pictures of anyone but my group.

Oh wait . . . there was one group shot . . .

It was hairnets and aprons for all in the chocolate lab. Aren't we gorgeous???

And finally, we took a trip to Rakestraw's for some ice cream after a hot and sweaty Field Day.

Once again, we were blessed with beautiful weather and excellent behavior.

GOOD-BYE THIRD GRADE, HELLO FOURTH GRADE!!

Chicks, Books, and Race Day!

2010-05-04T19:05:00.000-07:00

Once again, time has gotten away from me, but I'm adding a new post at last, so here we go . . .

In March, our chicks finally hatched. These are pictures of the kids holding the chicks in pairs. The chicks were sometimes a little "messy", and not everyone was thrilled to hold them, but they certainly were cute, and we were sad to see them go.

The first week of March was Read Across America Week. Third graders worked in pairs to recreate a book cover and write a summary of the book.

After months of staying inside for recess, we finally got back outside. You can still see the snow piles in the background, but judging from how many kids are not wearing coats, it was obviously a very warm day.

On another sunny day, we spent the last half hour reading outside. The girls decided to sit by Catie's tree and read and remember her.

And finally, Race Day. We couldn't have asked for better weather, or a harder working group of kids. It was a great day!

2010-02-21T16:15:00.000-08:00

Finally, another post! Where has the time gone?? Didn't we just finish opening Christmas presents?? It's impossible that we just had Valentine's Day, and we're already into Lent! This year is just flying by!

January and February are two hard months in school because there's not much going on. After Christmas break it was time to get back to work. And one of our favorite places to work is in the Computer Lab. It's time for some keyboarding, so sit up straight, get your fingers in position, and here we go!!

Cassie! Eyes on the screen please!
Hey Nicholas, maybe after she takes our picture, we can take our fingers off the Home Row. It's so much easier that way!

Looking good girls! Ana, why aren't you in uniform??

So that's why she always sits in the back! You can see everything from here!!

Now back to the classroom. What were we working on here? Math? Writing workshop??

Yes Aaron, we will have snack in 5 minutes.

Recess is over and now it's lunchtime!!

I will mesmerize you with my glowing laser.

You are no match for the laser's powers.

HOT LUNCH!! What's on the menu?

Hey! Aren't you girls fourth graders? Aaaahh Naomi. Always willing to be goofy for the camera.

Pasta and meatballs. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmm . . .

Art class! It must be Friday!!

We were painting with watercolors and then we made them into pets to go along with our persuasive letters that we wrote.

Mine looks so good, I can't stand it!!!!!

Valentine's Day in 3B.

It's says, "To Ana, I choo choo choose you for my Valentine!"

Hunter, those chocolates were DELICIOUS!!!

Ummmm, I don't remember who these go to . . .

Catherine, you're so creative! Always making something to give to someone.

So, can I have all of your candy? Hands off, candy girl. It's mine!!

Knock, knock. Who's there? Ivan. Ivan who? Ivan to be your Valentine. HA! HA! HA!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MRS. BRITT!!!!

Coming in March - Baby chicks and Read Across America Week. Stay tuned!!

December Happenings

2009-12-26T11:51:00.000-08:00

There was a lot going on during December in 3B. We started out the month by making ornaments for some soldiers in Afghanistan.

But before we made the ornaments, we wrote letters to send to the soldiers wishing them a Merry Christmas, and letting them know that we are thankful for everything they are doing for our country, and that we are praying for them and their families.

After writing the letters, it was time to get to work on the ornaments. We had to paint popsicle sticks green, then glue on some different colored sequins. Finally, we glued the sticks together to make a Christmas tree.

Thank goodness we had some parent helpers! There was a lot going on, and we couldn't have done it without them!

Making the ornaments was a lot of work, but it was certainly worth it. The Christmas trees turned out great!

A few days after making the ornaments, it was time to go shopping!

The Secret Santa Shop was held in the library, and there were lots of gifts to choose from.

There were even gifts for our pets!

The Secret Santa Shop was a lot of fun, and it really put us in the Christmas spirit.

For a few weeks in December, the second floor collected donations for the Interfaith Homeless Shelter in Harrisburg.

We made ornaments and hung them on the tree.

We brought in donations of things like toothpaste, shampoo, soap, and baby items just to name a few, and we put them under the tree.

And we were reminded of how good it feels to give rather than to receive.

On December 17th, we had a real treat . . . a visit from the Earth Dome! It was ENORMOUS!!

Mr. Barry taught us geography about places from all over the world.

Then, we all got to go into the Earth Dome.

We weren't sure that everyone would fit, but we did.

We learned a lot about the Earth in a short amount of time. It was awesome!!

Finally, it was time for the Christmas party!

There were games,

and prizes,

and there was spending time with friends,

and ELVES!

It was another terrific party. Thank you to our homeroom moms, and to everyone else who came in to help, or who sent something in for the party.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

THANK YOU!!!

2009-11-24T16:33:00.000-08:00

3B spent some time this week thinking and writing about things for which we are thankful. We really are a lucky class and we have many blessings.

Hailey: There are many things I am thankful for this year. I am thankful for my family because some people do not have a family. I am thankful to God and Jesus, and Mary, and Joseph. I am happy and I am thankful for my sisters. I am thankful for our soldiers, who are helping us by risking your life for us. Thank you. I am thankful for my mom and dad, my cousins, and my whole family.
Ben: There are many things I am thankful for this year. I am thankful for Jesus and my family. My family loves me and we go places together. I am thankful that God gave me life. I am thankful for being able to go to school. And I am also thankful for my friends because they play with me.

Jensen: I am thankful for many things like my sister, who bugs me, and my parents who love me. Also, for my grandparents, who let us stay in their condo. I am thankful for water and food because I can't live without food and water. I am thankful for friends because they care for me. I am thankful for my house for keeping me warm, and school so I can learn. I am also thankful for animals because of the food chain. Those are most of the things I am thankful for.

Nicholas: I am thankful for many things. I'm thankful for my home. My home hugs me safe during a storm. Also for freedom because freedom keeps me free from evil. I am thankful for food. Food keeps me from being hungry. I am also thankful for my mom and dad, because they keep me healthy and safe.

Christopher: I am thankful for lots of things. I am most thankful for my family. Everyone in my family loves me. The thing I am second most thankful for is my house because some people don't have a house. Another thing is food. People need food so I am thankful for it. The last thing I'm thankful for is my friends. These are just a few of the things I am thankful for.

Naomi: I am a really lucky and thankful person. I'm lucky and thankful because I have a house to live in, toys I can play with, and I have a cute little dog named Tanner to keep me company. I also have loving friends who share their food with me if I don't have any. Other people might not have a loving family or a house or food. So the least we can do is give a little bit of our money or food, or even just a simple crayon and paper. I hope that I've helped you to understand that the world isn't all about you, you, you. It's also about others and how we can make their lives better. We also should be happy for what we have. So stop counting what you don't have, and start counting what you DO have!

Jarred: I am thankful for my family because they do so much for me, and they love me too. My younger sister is always nice to me, even when we fight. I do not see my Dad every day because he works in New Jersey, but I still get to see him, so I am thankful for that too. I am thankful that I live in a safe home with my parents who love me.

Julia: I would love to share what I'm thankful for. I'm really thankful for a house and my family. I love that they are living with me. Also, I'm thankful for food in my house and that we can afford to buy food at the store. I'm also thankful for a bed, clothes, and lights to light the house, plus closets that can hold my clothes. You see, there are a lot of things you can be thankful for, like clothes, food and beds. It's easy to think of things like that. But I'm thankful for a teacher who teaches me, like Mrs. Cavada. I'm so thankful for my dad who went to Iraq, and I'm thankful to my mom for giving me life.

Hannah: There are many things I am thankful for. I am thankful for my two little sisters because they are lovable and playful. I'm thankful for my parents, who are kind and helpful, and who love me. I am thankful for school because I learn at school. I'm thankful for church because I learn about God. I am thankful for soldiers because they fight bad people. I am thankful for my whole family because we love each other. I hope you have a good Thanksgiving!

Grace: These are the things I am thankful for. I am thankful for my parents, my little brother, and my friends. I'm thankful for my little brother because he is fun to play with. I'm thankful for my family, food, clothes, and water. I am thankful for these things because they keep us alive, warm, and we get a full stomach, and they keep my happy. I am thankful for my teachers, school, books, and soldiers who are fighting in the army. I am thankful for them because they help us. And I am thankful for Mrs. Cavada.

Franchetta: There are many things I am thankful for. First, I am thankful for my family and my friends. Second, I am thankful for my food. I am so thankful for God. Fourth, I am thankful for my house and a place to rest my head. I am thankful for the soil, the birds, the trees, butterflies, nature, bees, and rainbows. I am thankful for Mrs. Cavada. Last of all, I am thankful for the soldiers who protect our freedom.

Ana: There are many things I'm thankful for, and one of them is my family. I am thankful for my sisters because they do nice things for me, and when we don't fight, we always get along. I'm thankful for my brother too, because he always finds a way to make my family laugh. I'm thankful for my parents because they love me, they take care of me, and they send me to a Catholic school. The next thing I'm thankful for is my home. I'm thankful for my house because it keeps me warm and it keeps my family warm. The last thing I'm thankful for is every other thing in my life.

Molly: I'm thankful for a lot of stuff. I am thankful for shelter, and also, I'm thankful for a nice, healthy family. We are thankful for food, but sad for the homeless who have no food. I'll always be thankful for blankets and a cozy bed. My family loves me so much, and I am thankful for that. Out of all the things I am thankful for, I am thankful for the best teacher ever. I am also thankful for some really nice friends.

Gabby: I am thankful for a lot of things. To start with, I am thankful for my friends and family. They are very nice and they treat me well. Also, I am thankful for a nice snowy, cold winter with lots of presents from Santa. And I'm thankful for the food that we can get. Without it, I would be starving. I really am thankful for the soldiers who fight for our freedom. I am thankful for books that I can read. You really need books to learn from. I am also thankful for a great school, where I learn a lot. I'm thankful for a great house that I can live in. My last one, is that I'm thankful for things to be creative with.

Dominik: There are many things I am always thankful for. The first thing I am thankful for is my family. The second thing I am thankful for is food. Whew! All of this talking is making me thirsty! Another thing I am thankful for is life everlasting. I am also thankful for the soldiers who fight in Iraq. These are all things that I am thankful for.

Hunter: This year, there are a lot of things I am thankful for. I am most thankful for my family, because they care for me all of the time. The second thing I am thankful for is my house because my house gives me shelter and warmth when I am cold. The third thing I am thankful for is my grandparents, because they take us places and let us do crafts for holidays. The fourth thing is the soldiers because they defend our country and fight in wars. The fifth thing I am thankful for is my teacher, because she teaches us a lot of stuff so we can be really smart. I am thankful for all of my friends because they are always nice to me. The seventh thing I am thankful for is my food because food helps me not to starve.

Sydney: The first thing I am thankful for is animals because the animals are most of our food. Second, is the Earth, because we live on it. Third, I am thankful for school, because we need to learn. Fourth, I am thankful for the air we need to breathe. Fifth, I am thankful for my friends. Sixth I am thankful for my home. Seventh, I am thankful for my family who love me. Eighth, most of all, I am thankful for you! Thank you!

Cassie: I am thankful for many things this year. I'm thankful for my family because they keep me healthy and they love me. Also, I'm thankful for food, because without food, I couldn't live. And I am thankful for people who protect us, because if there were none, we wouldn't be safe. I am also thankful for clothes because they keep me warm. Also for houses because they keep me from going outside in the rain when it's cold.

Aaron: I am thankful for a lot of things. I am most thankful for my family because they love me so much. Food is really important because you could die if you don't eat food. I am thankful for my sister because without her, I would have to play with just myself. I am thankful for my friends because they are really nice. I'm thankful for my teacher because she helps me get smarter. I am thankful for soldiers because they keep us from harm.

Lauren: I am very thankful for many things this year. I am very, very thankful for my family and friends. They care for me and let me have fun. I am also thankful for my house and food. Without them, we could not survive. I am thankful for my school. It helps me learn more every day. I'm also thankful for Mrs. Cavada. Without her, I wouldn't know as much, and she's a very nice teacher. I am thankful for the church as well. It helps me to learn about God. But I'm very thankful for Thanksgiving. It is a time when all of my family gets together and has a celebration! I love Thanksgiving, and I hope you do too!

Tony: I am thankful for a lot of things. First, I'm thankful for school. Why? Because we would not be very smart without it. I'm also thankful for food. If we didn't have food, we would starve. I'm also thankful for my sisters because I share with them. I'm thankful for shelter. Why? Because without it, we'd be cold. I'm thankful for my parents and my whole family, who love me and take care of me.

Breanna: There are many things I am thankful for this year. To begin with, I am thankful for food. Without food, we would starve. I am thankful for my family. My parents love me, and my sisters love me too, even though we fight sometimes. I am thankful for clothes. Without clothes, we would freeze. I'm thankful for my house because without it, we would have to live on the streets. I'm thankful for my school, because I learn so much. I am also thankful for cars. Without cars, how would we be able to go anywhere?

Abby: There are many things I am thankful for this year. First, I am thankful for my family. My family loves me very much. Also, I'm thankful for food. I love it and I would NOT like to starve! I am thankful for my life because I get to see my family. But I am also thankful for my clothes. I love being warm! Well, also I am thankful for my school. I would not be as smart as I am, without school. I am thankful for my friends. I would be so lonely if I had no friends. Last, but not least, I am thankful for shoes. If I didn't have shoes, my feet would hurt!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM ALL OF US IN 3B!!

The Legend of the Wolf and Little Red

2009-10-30T19:28:00.000-07:00

Our story begins right after Wolf captured Little Red and Granny.

He locked them in his house, and forced them to do his dirty laundry. When word got out that Granny and Little Red hac been captured, all of the forest friends came to their rescue.

First, came a couple of Pink Ladies, who tried to persuade Wolf to let Granny and Little Red go. "Oh Wolf, please let Granny and Little Red go, and we'll head on over to the malt shop." But Wolf just bared his sharp teeth, and the girls dashed away screaming.

Next came a hippie who said to Wolf, "Like, come ON man. Can't we just solve this with peace and love?" But Wolf howled with laughter, and the hippie took off running into the trees.

A few ninjas stealthily crept up to Wolf's house, and they tried to fight Wolf so that Little Red and Granny could escape. But they were no match for Wolf, who was also a black belt in karate. After a few "Hi-yahs!" and some well-placed kicks, the ninjas ran off, whimpering.

A little while later, a princess flew by on her magic carpet. She promised Wolf jewels and riches beyond his wildest dreams, if only he would let her two friends go. Wolf growled and said that his mom wouldn't let him open up a bank account, so her money was no good to him. The princess sailed off into the darkness.

A girly vampire came to Wolf's house. She smiled at Wolf, hoping to scare him with her sharp, orange teeth. But the vampire took one look at Wolf's razor-sharp fangs, and she hurried away from there.

A pretty pink cowgirl rode up on her horse. She said, "Howdy pardner. How's about you let Granny and Li'l Red free, and I'll rustle us up some Texas-sized salads?" "I EAT MEAT!", growled Wolf, and the cowgirl's horse neighed and galloped off.

Next, some frighteningly scary ghouls glided up to Wolf's house. They moaned and groaned until it made Wolf crazy. He sliced through the air with his sharp claws which terrified the ghouls, and they too, fled off into the dark of the forest.

Sometime later, two famous singers got out of their limo, and stepped into the spotlight in Wolf's front yard. They sang at the top of their lungs and hit their highest notes, but Wolf sprang off the porch gnashing his teeth, and the two singers raced off screaming back to the limo.

So then THIS guy showed up, trying to sell Wolf a subscription to "Hair Fancy" magazine. Wolf politely explained that his mommy just renewed his subscription for his birthday. Magazine guy left without a new subscription, but with some great new ideas for a French braid.

Anakin Skywalker zoomed up to Wolf's house in his pod racer. Weilding his light saber, Anakin tried to challenge Wolf to a duel, but Wolf smashed the light saber to smithereens,
and Anakin raced off.

A crew of witches flew in on their broomsticks. They screeched to a halt on Wolf's front porch, and started chanting a spell to free Little Red and Granny. Wolf heard the commotion, came out on the porch, and with one swoosh of his powerful, bushy tail, he had those witches bolting away on their broomsticks.

Things were looking pretty grim for Granny and Little Red by now, when three star athletes swaggered up to Wolf's house and challenged him to three contests. Little did the athletes know, that Wolf had been elected to three different Halls of Fame. Wolf tackled, swam, and kicked his way to victory, and the athletes scooted back into the shadows.

Just when it seemed like Little Red and Granny would be doing Wolf's stinky laundry for the rest of their lives, a feisty pirate landed ashore. Wolf took one look at the pirate's eye patch, and he knew he had met his match. But he wasn't going down without a fight, so he challenged the pirate to a game of Sudoku. Now, everyone knows that most pirates are Sudoku experts, because of having to spend long, boring days at sea. (Stealing the booty gets pretty old after awhile, you know.)

Anyway, the pirate finished her puzzle in record time, and Little Red and Granny were

FREE AT LAST!

When word got out that the pirate had saved Granny and Little Red, the forest friends were all so proud of themselves. After all, they knew that they each had a small part in wearing down Wolf, until he was too tired to fight any longer. The friends partied all night at a celebration in honor of Granny and Little Red. In the morning, they were all so exhausted that everyone collapsed in a heap and took a nice, long nap. And that is the legend of The Wolf and Little Red, and it is why to this day, wolves don't wear clothing. (They don't know how to use a washing machine.) Every word of this story is true. Just ask anyone in 3B.

Third Grade Field Trip to the Oakes Museum

2009-10-10T14:32:00.000-07:00

Third grade had a fantastic time at the Oakes Museum at Messiah College on Tuesday, October 6th. We learned about animals of North America and Africa. We also took a nature hike and played a predator/prey game. We thank our chaperones Mrs. Everly, Mrs. Isenberg, and Mrs. Raia for coming with us. We had beautiful weather, and everyone was very well behaved.

It was a great day!

Mrs. Britt, Abby, Tony, Hailey, C.J., and Naomi being chased by all kinds of bears.

Sydney, Ana, Gabby, Cassie, Lauren, and Mrs. Everly visit the pond and the beaver lodge.

Ben, Hunter, Grace, Molly, Hannah, and Mrs. Isenberg with different kinds of sheep and mountain goats.

Jensen, Julia, Breanna, Franchetta, Catherine and Mrs. Raia with the Bison.

Dominik, Jarred, Aaron, Christopher, Nicholas, & Mrs. Cavada making friends with the caribou.

Where'dya get that gorgeous fur, girls??

Before we started our hike, Helena explained what we would be seeing, hearing, and looking for.

The rarely seen "Cassie Bird". Notice the unusual head feathers.

We spent some time looking for animal tracks, and found quite a few.

Helena was telling us about the kinds of trees we would find in the woods.

Looking at the work of some gypsy moths and listening for birds.

This rotting log will eventually turn into dirt.

Naomi, Tony, C.J., Abby, Hailey, and Mrs. Britt found these guys just "hanging around".

Mrs. Isenberg, Hunter, Grace, Ben, Molly, and Hannah with the giraffe. Did you know that giraffes have the same number of neck bones that humans have? Seven!

Catherine, Julia, Jensen, Franchetta, Breanna, and Mrs. Raia with the elephant at the African watering hole.

Sydney, Gabby, Cassie, Ana, Lauren, and Mrs. Everly with the antelope. The antelope on the back left has those markings to make it harder to spot when the sun shines through the tall grasses.

Jarred, Dominik, Nicholas, Christopher, Aaron and Mrs. Cavada with the lions. Did you know that not all male lions have manes? It depends on how close they live to the equator. The lions in this exhibit were all male, but they did not all have manes.

Our last activity of the day was to play a game of predator/prey. Some of us managed to escape, but not everyone did.

What a good looking class! And so well behaved . . .

. . . most of the time. By 2:00, it was definitely time to head back to SJS.

We had a terrific day!!!!