Today during reading we talked about how the solution to a problem in a story is usually very closely related to the theme of the story.  For example in the story Stellaluna, Stellaluna solves her problems when she learns to be herself, and the theme of that story is BE YOURSELF. 

In math we learned what a remainder is and how to solve division equations that have them.  We will be practicing that skill more tomorrow with some fun challenges for those who've mastered the idea.

We also started making our longhouses today.  Not only is this a good activity for learning about Native American culture, but it is also a wonderful chance to practice math skills.  We were measuring and calculating to make rectangular prisms with roofs that fit.  We will also be measuring the area and perimeter of our long houses later on.