When it was time for our grandparents to meet us in the cafeteria, the students were hardly controllable they were so excited! It was really neat to walk in and see all the families that turned out in support of this day for our 2nd grade classrooms.
After lunch and recess, we all headed into the classroom where the students began to interview their grandparents and parents. The students also had to choose one question and answer with the class when they introduced their grandparent or parent. The answers were so interesting!I love all the memories that people share!
After introductions, we set to work creating 2 different class books. The students had to write and draw why grandparents are special and grandparent/parents had to write and draw why grandchildren are special. It was fun to see all the different drawings - we had quite a few artists with us. Everyone agreed though - grandchildren are very, very special.
When we finished up with that project, I shared some of the technology that we use in our room as well as explained about our Africa unit. I then went on to share how we created our power point presentations and how much work and effort the students put into them. Then I turned it over to the students and they shared their animal reports and answered any questions that their grandparents might have had. After we had all shared, I did end our activities a little earlier than planned due to the heat. You should have felt how hot my classroom was! WOW! Even though we ended a few minutes early, we all still had a great time and I just want to say "Thank You!" to all who could join us! Your children and grandchildren know how much they are loved and it was great to meet and visit with all of you!
