Bully Prevention Week

As promised! Here is our anti-bully video. Let's make the world a kinder place!

Peace In My Fingers

During Bullying Awareness and Prevention week, many of our read alouds focused on bullies, small acts of kindness and making friends (even though they my be enemies at first).  Some of the books we read this week included:

Students were able to make many connections to these stories and the message of standing up for yourself. They also realized that kind words and gestures can sometimes turn bad situations into good situations.  On Thursday, we brainstormed things that we could say to other people that are kind and promote peace.  Take a look at our short video (and apologies for the earworm...this tune will get stuck in your head!).

Anti-Bullying Week, Patterning and Water Cycle Video

Here is the world premiere of our water cycle music video!

Today kicks of bully awareness week.  We will be making a special video to share with everyone.  Stay tuned!

A Prayer for Anti-Bullying

Lord, help us to see every person as made in your image and likeness.   May we always remember that each person's name is holy and special.  Help us to see you in every person's eyes, especially in the eyes of those who suffer because of mean words.  Help us to remember that when we hurt another with our words or actions, we are hurting you, Lord.  You love every person with all your heart.  May we always use our voice to show your love and your kindness.  We ask this in your name. Amen

We were asked the questions "How does a bully make you feel?"  and "How does a friend make you feel?".  We posted our words on Padlet.  Take a look!

Created with Padlet

Created with Padlet

We continue to work on patterning.  Here are some links to help students grasp the concepts we have been working on in class!

Pattern Mania

Patterns Game

Brooklyn Children's Museum

Pattern Memory

CyberChase