May 8 in Room 11

• An orchestra from Bend Middle School and the North Bend Middle School Band played for the students at Hillcrest. Room 11-ers really listened well and were a good audience. They remembered that at a concert you only show appreciation with the hands.
• The orchestra showed four different kinds of stringed instruments: violin, viola, cello and string bass. The bigger the instrument, the deeper the sound.
• Students finished their Mother's Day gifts. I wonder how many will wait until Sunday to present them...During Bellwork time, students had an writing activity using the letters of the word "Spring."
• Final spelling test today.
• In math the class worked on adding on time, as well as counting back. For example, 20 minutes before 4:15 -- draw the minute hand and write the time.
• The class worked on their Thousands Book at the end of the day.