Number the Stars

We started our new read aloud book today, Number the Stars, by Lois Lowry.  Below is a short summary.  Although this book deals with sensitive topics (war, Nazi Germany), Lowry does an excellent job of explaining the war while also being sensitive to children and protecting them from the more gruesome realities of World War II. 

"Ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen and her best friend Ellen Rosen often think of life before the war. It's now 1943 and their life in Copenhagen is filled with school, food shortages, and the Nazi soldiers marching through town. When the Jews of Denmark are "relocated," Ellen moves in with the Johansens and pretends to be one of the family. Soon Annemarie is asked to go on a dangerous mission to save Ellen's life..."  (Goodreads.com).


Homework:

• Practice multiplication facts
• Read 20 minutes 

Reminders:

Classroom Supplies:  Again, thank you, thank you, thank you to families who continue to keep our classroom stocked with supplies so we can focus on learning.  Your generosity is so appreciated.  Thank you!

• Hand sanitzer 

Kidblog Link:  

• https://kidblog.org/class/RES11/login

Thank you,

Mrs. O'Neill