Happy New Year Room 112!

I hope everyone has had a fun and relaxing winter break! Ernie and I have had a blast over the last few weeks reading books, catching up on TV shows, being with our friends and family and going to the dog park...a lot!

Here is Ernie doing his best reindeer imitation when he was at his school last week…

We wanted to wish all of our little friends and their families a Happy New Year! I have had such a wonderful time with your children over the last few months. They are all so wonderful and special, and I can't thank you enough for sharing them with me this year!

I also wanted to share a few photos from our Winter Traditions Around the World activity that we did the week before break. As most of the countries we visited taught us that country's New Year's traditions, I thought it would be perfect to share today!

In addition to Kwanzaa, the children also traveled to Scotland to learn all about the Scottish New Year's tradition of Hogmanay! This involves lots of fireworks and dancing and a few new traditions as well. This includes the tradition of first-footing.  

On New Year's eve in Scotland, friends and family members travel to different houses to try to be the first person to step foot into a doorway after the stroke of midnight. This brings good luck to both the first-footer and the families that live in the house. The first footer also brings different items that represent different kinds of luck that they are wishing for the inhabitants.

Here are some of our friends with their Hogmanay bags. This included coal to represent the hope for warmth in the winter months, a shortbread cookie to represent enough food for your family, a pastry known as black bun to symbolize hospitality and salt, which stood for friendship.

The children were then able to take their Hogmanay bags and a special star and travel around the school knocking on doors to practice being first-footers and wishing other classes good luck in the New Year!

We had so much fun learning about all the different winter traditions in the three first-grade classrooms! In addition to learning all about Kwanzaa and Hogmanay in our own classroom, we also learned about Japanese Chinese and Filipino New Year's in the other first grade classrooms, as well as learning about the winter solstice!

In the Philippines, people celebrate the New Year by eating 12 round fruits, each one representing a month.

In China, the children created dragon masks to represent good luck in the new year!

When learning about the winter solstice, the children created paper lanterns with new year's wishes drawn on the bags and tissue paper flames taped inside.

I unfortunately didn't get a picture of the Japanese wish balloons that the children also created, complete with written wishes inserted into the balloon, and ready to fly away! They were very excited about this activity!

All of these amazing crafts and activities should have made it home before the break in their suitcases, complete with world map and star stickers to show where we have traveled, their own personal passports and, of course, first-class tickets around the world! 

Please tell everyone in your family a great big Happy New Year and Happy Hogmanay from Ernie and I!

Winter Traditions Around the World

In Social Studies this week, all of the first graders will be traveling "around the world" to learn about different winter traditions that are celebrated!  The children really enjoyed the first day of our project. We made suitcases with a map on it to put stickers on the different countries we visit, we created passports to put a flag sticker in for each country as we learn about them, and we got our first plane ticket!

Here we are ready to go through airport security and board Air Harlan with our tickets in hand!

Today we traveled all over the United States to learn about Kwanzaa!  We learned about how this celebration was started in the United States, but is based on 7 principles from Africa.  We looked at a kinara with its 7 candles, and also learned about the colors of Kwanzaa - red, black and green - and what they symbolize. 

Finally, we created our own woven mkeka mats.  This is the mat that is placed on the table during a Kwanzaa celebration dinner.   

Here are our completed mkeka mats!  They turned out so beautiful!  

Stay tuned to see where Room 112 travels next!  You never know what country we might fly to next!

Miss Nelson is Missing!

We had such a great time this morning seeing the play "Miss Nelson is Missing!"  The children really enjoyed how the play was mostly the first Miss Nelson book, but with added parts from the second book, "Miss Nelson is Back."  They all showed their Harlan Habits of respect, responsibility and kindness while in the theater. Great job room 112!

Thank you again to our chaperones for joining us on the trip!

Field Trip Reminder

This is a gentle reminder that we will be going on our field trip tomorrow to see the play Miss Nelson is Missing. Two quick notes...

• The bus is leaving at 9:00AM. We are unable to wait for tardy students so please make sure your child is at school on time tomorrow.
• Please have your child wear his/her Harlan Class Shirt tomorrow. As a reminder, this year's color is orange. If your child does not have a class shirt please have them wear an orange shirt to match (if possible).

Thank you in advance!  If you have any questions, please let me know.

Delayed Start - Wednesday, Dec 9

This is a gentle reminder that this Wednesday, December 9 will be a delayed start day. School will begin at 10:19 AM and end at its regular time.

Buses will run 90 minutes later than their usual schedule.

Field Trip Chaperones

Thank you so much to all of the parents who volunteered to join us next Thursday on our field trip to see the play, "Miss Nelson is Missing."  We have been given 3 tickets for chaperones.

The students helped me randomly draw names and the following parents were selected:

Mrs. Ivey
Mrs. Liebler
Mrs. Plunkett

If you were selected and are no longer able to attend, please let me know ASAP so that I may contact another volunteer to fill your spot.

Thank you again to all of our wonderful volunteers!

Field Trip - Miss Nelson is Missing

This is a gentle reminder that if you have not already returned the signed permission slip and field trip fee for the Millennium Theater's production of Miss Nelson is Missing, please send this in your child's yellow folder this week.

Due to the limited number of chaperone tickets, I will take all interested chaperone names and draw them out of a hat. If you are interested in chaperoning, please  return your interest form by this Friday. All interested chaperones will be notified by the end of the week. 

Also, if you are choosing to write a check, please make your check out to Harlan Elementary. 

Thank you in advance!

Schedule for the Week of 11/30 - 12/4

Monday (D) - Art

Tuesday (A) - Music

Wednesday (B) - Media Center

Thursday (C) - PE & Music

Friday (D) - Art

Please remember to return library books on days we visit the media center and bring gym shoes on days we have PE.

Information on Whooping Cough from Oakland County Health Department

Pertussis

What You Need to Know

What Is Pertussis?
Pertussis is a very contagious respiratory disease caused by the bacteria Bordetella Pertussis. Commonly referred to as whooping cough, it is sometimes called the “100-day cough” because of the severe, prolonged coughing it causes. This bacterial infection is easily spread through coughs and sneezes. Five things you should know about Pertussis include:
• Pertussis is very contagious.
• Anyone can get Pertussis, but it is more severe in young children.
• Pertussis is commonly misdiagnosed and under-diagnosed.
• You can get Pertussis more than once, and vaccine protection fades over time.
• Pertussis can be severe and even deadly in infants.

Why Are Infants At Such High Risk From Pertussis?
Every year in the U.S. about 15 to 20 children die from Pertussis, most are young babies who have not been fully immunized. Because it takes three shots, given at 2, 4 and 6 months, infants 6 months or younger are at greater risk of getting Pertussis. With their small airways and the amount of mucus caused by Pertussis, babies have trouble breathing. They often turn blue during their coughing spells or even temporarily stop breathing, which is called apnea.

How Is Pertussis Spread?
People infected with Pertussis usually spread the disease by coughing or sneezing while in close contact with others who breathe in the Pertussis bacteria. Pertussis is most contagious during the first two weeks of illness.

What Are The Symptoms Of Pertussis?
Symptoms are usually mild at first and similar to the common cold. After exposure it can take one to three weeks for signs and symptoms to first appear:
• Runny nose
• Nasal congestion
• Sneezing
• Red, watery eyes
• Mild fever
• Dry cough

1-2 weeks later, coughing worsens, but cold-like symptoms improve. The person may not appear ill between coughing attacks. At this stage thick mucus accumulates inside airways, causing uncontrollable coughing. Severe and prolonged coughing attacks may:
• Provoke vomiting
• Result in a red or blue face
• Cause extreme fatigue
• End with a high-pitched "whoop" sound during the next breath of air

Many people do not develop the characteristic whoop. Sometimes, a persistent, hacking cough is the only sign that an adolescent or adult has whooping cough.

Why Is Pertussis Misdiagnosed And Under-Diagnosed?
• Misdiagnosed: Because Pertussis bacteria are only detected at the start of infection, the test may be negative by the time someone seeks medical care.
• Under-diagnosed: Because many adults who are ill do not go to the doctor, they are never diagnosed.
• Fading immunity: Because of previous vaccination or infection, people expect to be immune, but booster doses are needed to maintain immunity.

How Can Pertussis Be Prevented?
The best way to prevent Pertussis is to get vaccinated.

Who Needs To Be Vaccinated And When?
The Pertussis vaccine includes vaccines against two other serious diseases — diphtheria and tetanus.
• The vaccine for young children is called DTaP. For maximum protection against Pertussis, children need five DTaP shots. The first three are given at two, four, and six months of age. The fourth shot is given between 15 and 18 months of age, and a fifth shot is given when a child enters school at four to six years of age.
• A booster vaccine is needed to remain immune against Pertussis. A Pertussis booster vaccine (Tdap) is recommended at 11-12 years of age. Adults need one Tdap booster in place of their next tetanus (Td) booster (which is given every 10 years).
• Tdap is recommended for all family members and caregivers of infants at least two weeks before coming into close contact with the infant. Babies who get Pertussis are often infected by parents, older siblings, or caregivers who might not even know they have the disease.
• Pregnant women need one dose of Tdap during the third trimester or late second trimester during each pregnancy. Receiving Tdap during pregnancy likely provides protection in early life, before the baby starts getting DTaP vaccines. Tdap is recommended before discharge from hospital or birthing center for new mothers not previously vaccinated or if vaccination status is unknown.
• If directly exposed to a person with Pertussis, a doctor can give antibiotics to help prevent illness in addition to the vaccine.

Always Practice Healthy Habits:
• Cover mouth and nose with a tissue when sneezing or coughing, or turn away when coughing.
• Immediately throw away used tissues, followed by careful hand washing.
• Avoid sharing objects if they have been in the mouth (pacifiers, toys, silverware, etc.); wash objects in hot, soapy water between use.
• Wash your hands with soap and water after coughing, sneezing or touching common surfaces like door knobs, keyboards and telephones. You can also use alcohol-based hand cleaners.
• Since this is a respiratory illness, persons who have Pertussis should wear a mask if they must be around other people.

A Follow Up Message from Ms. Thompson

November 19, 2015

Dear Parents and Guardians:

This letter is to inform you that two more students at our school have been diagnosed with whooping cough (also called pertussis). Pertussis is a contagious illness that is spread through coughing and sneezing. It begins with mild cold-like symptoms which appear 7-21 days after a person is exposed. Please see the attached fact sheet from Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) for specific information on what symptoms to watch for, which persons are most at risk of serious disease, and preventive measures.  Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page on pertussis can be found at http://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-73971_4911_4914-240419--,00.html. Also, see attached form.        

In accordance with the CDC’s recommendations students who are immunocompromised or have moderate to severe medically treated asthma, or who live with or have close contact with an infant under 12 months old, a pregnant woman or anyone with a weakened immune system should contact their physician.  These students should begin preventive antibiotics regardless of symptoms or vaccination status.  Please discuss this recommendation with your physician. 

Please watch your child for any symptoms of pertussis over the next several weeks.  If you notice any of these symptoms, your child should be kept at home and contact your physician immediately, as early treatment with antibiotics may reduce the severity of disease and will reduce the spread. Quick identification of suspected cases can reduce any further exposure within our school and encourages timely medical evaluation and treatment. Vaccines that protect against pertussis are available and one of the best ways to prevent infection. Please review your child’s vaccination history to ensure they are current. 

Sincerely,

Embekka Thompson

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A Message from Ms. Thompson

November 16, 2015

Dear Parents and Guardians:

This letter is to inform you that a student at our school has been diagnosed with whooping cough (also called pertussis). Pertussis is a contagious illness that is spread through coughing and sneezing. It begins with mild cold-like symptoms which appear 7-21 days after a person is exposed. Please see the attached fact sheet from Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) for specific information on what symptoms to watch for, which persons are most at risk of serious disease, and preventive measures.  Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page on pertussis can be found at http://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-73971_4911_4914-240419--,00.html. Also, see attached form.        

In accordance with the CDC’s recommendations students who are immunocompromised or have moderate to severe medically treated asthma, or who live with or have close contact with an infant under 12 months old, a pregnant woman or anyone with a weakened immune system should contact their physician.  These students should begin preventive antibiotics regardless of symptoms or vaccination status.  Please discuss this recommendation with your physician. 

Please watch your child for any symptoms of pertussis over the next several weeks.  If you notice any of these symptoms, your child should be kept at home and contact your physician immediately, as early treatment with antibiotics may reduce the severity of disease and will reduce the spread. Quick identification of suspected cases can reduce any further exposure within our school and encourages timely medical evaluation and treatment. Vaccines that protect against pertussis are available and one of the best ways to prevent infection. Please review your child’s vaccination history to ensure they are current. 

Sincerely,

Embekka Thompson

Report Card Envelopes

Please remember to sign and return your white report card envelope in your child's yellow homework folder.  Thank you in advance!

A Note from our 1st Grade Daisies

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE

The Harlan 1st Grade Daisy troop is sponsoring a Thanksgiving food drive! Please help us help our community by donating non-perishable Thanksgiving-themed food items (no glass!). The will be collecting Monday November 16 through Monday Nov 23 and there are collection bins located in Harlan's Main Lobby. Everything collected will be donated to Baldwin Center of Pontiac. Thank you for your help!! 

1st Semester Report Cards

Tomorrow, Monday, November 16 our first semester report cards will be coming home.

In addition to the report card, a letter explaining standard-based grading will be included. If you have any questions regarding your child's report card, please bring it with you to our conference this week.

Also, the report cards will be coming home in a white envelope. This envelope will be used for each of your child's report cards this year. Please sign the front of the envelope to indicate that you have received your child's first semester report card, and return it to school as soon as possible.

In regards to report cards, I want to give a gentle reminder that some of the standards (in particular, reading) are based on end of the year goals, meaning that students are not expected to have mastered these until June of next year.  

I look forward to discussing all of the progress your children have made at our first Parent Teacher Conference.

Schedule for the Week of 11/16 - 11/20

Monday (A) - Music

Tuesday (B) - Media Center

Wednesday (C) - PE & Music

Thursday (D) - Art

Friday (A) - Music

Please remember to bring gym shoes on days we have PE and return library books on days we visit the media center.

Gentle reminder: 

Wednesday, Nov. 18

Thursday, Nov. 19

Half days of school

12:05 pm dismissal

Schedule for the Week of 11/9 - 11/13

Monday (D) - Art
Tuesday (A) - Music
Wednesday (B) - Media Center
Thursday (C) - PE and Music
Friday (D) - Art

Please remember to bring gym shoes on days we have PE and return library books on days we visit the media center.

Harlan Dance Party

This is a gentle reminder that the Harlan Dance Party will take place tonight from 7-9pm in the multipurpose room.  This event has always been a ton of fun!

Found Large Mixing Spoon

A large mixing spoon was found left over from either Pumpkin Day or our Halloween party.  It has a metal handle and a black "scoop."  Please let me know if this belongs to anyone.

Thank you!

Lunch Boxes

Unfortunately, we forgot to get our lunch boxes this afternoon.  : (

We were having such a great Writer's Workshop session that by the time we looked up, we didn't have any time to get them from the multi-purpose room before dismissal.  I apologize for the inconvenience.

I will make sure that the lunches come home tomorrow.

Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences

Our first Parent-Teacher Conferences are right around the corner!  I am really looking forward to speaking with all of you about your amazing children!  At this conference, I will share work samples showing your child's progress, as well as additional take-home material to support learning outside of the classroom.

Conferences will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 18 and Thursday, Nov. 19.

Please use the below sign up link to reserve your 20 minute conference.  If your child has Mrs. Jameson for math, I have included a link to her sign up as well, where she has reserved 5 minute mini conference times to discuss your child's progress in her classroom.

Kefgen Conference Sign Up
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080a4ba4a822a46-conference

Jameson Math Conference Sign Up
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0448aaa92eaaff2-fall

Please let me know if you have any questions.  Thank you in advance!

Upcoming Science Assessment

We have been working hard on our Solids, Liquids and Gas science unit these last few weeks!  We have been learning about all the different properties (or ways of describing) both solids and liquids including solids being rigid or flexible, smooth or rough and hard or soft, and liquids being foamy, bubbly, transparent, translucent and viscous!

We have also conducted several experiments including our recent Slime Lab brought to us by the Ann Arbor Hands On Museum, sorting dry soup ingredients using different size screens and comparing a set of objects in our discovery bags.  We are currently in the process of observing if water evaporates faster in different parts of the room.  You can also ask your child if they can remember our song about what it means to evaporate.  "EVAPORATION! evaporation! When the the water disappears!"

Tomorrow will be the conclusion of our Solids, Liquids and Gas unit with our final unit assessment. Please see the below study guide and go over with your child their understanding of the concepts we have learned this semester.  If you have any questions, please let me know.

I can use vocabulary that I learned in my Solids, Liquids and Gas unit:

Solid - does not change its shape, takes up space

Liquid - changes it shape to fit its container, takes up space

Gas - changes it shape to fit its container, fills any container

Melting - when a solid turns into a liquid (ex. ice becoming water)

Evaporation - when a liquid turns into a gas (ex. water disappearing over time)

Freezing - when a liquid turns into a solid (ex. when water turns into ice)

I can sort objects based on their properties:

  

              

           

(Group of stars, group of hearts, group of smiley faces)

Popcorn Day - Date Change

Teachers were just informed that the next Popcorn Day will not be this Wednesday, November, 4 as stated on this week's newsletter.   The date has been changed to November 17.

Thank you for your understanding on this change.

Found Light-Up Pumpkin

As I was taking down all of our Halloween decorations today, I found this light-up pumpkin that was accidentally left behind. If he belongs to you, please let me know by using the email link below, and I will put it in your child's backpack.

Thank you!

Skefgen@birmingham.k12.mi.us

SCHOOL CLOSED - Tuesday, Nov. 3

This is a gentle reminder that school will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3 for election day.

School will resume at our normal time on Wednesday, November 4.

Math Pentathlon

If you are interested in having your child participate in this year's Math Pentathlon, please sign and return the interest form by tomorrow.  This form was sent earlier this week.  Below are the initials of the students whose forms I have.  If you have returned your form and do not see your child's initials, please let me know.

Thank you in advance!

WG
EGP
CA
SA
SP
JB
AT

Harlan Halloween Reminders

Tomorrow, Friday, October 30, Harlan will be celebrating Halloween!  All families are welcome to attend both the all-school parade and our classroom party that follows.  Your child is welcome to wear their costume to school, but there will also be time for them to change if you would prefer.

Our room parents will be decorating/getting or room ready tomorrow morning and all are welcome to assist them.

Please also remember that Friday is a half day of school.  The children will be dismissed at 12:05.  If you are attending the party and plan to take your child with you. please make sure that you sign them out in the office.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

Reminders for the week of 10/26 - 10/30

Wednesday, Oct. 28
Slime Lab
An in-school field trip conducted by the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum.  This interactive science experiment will focus on our current science unit - solids liquids and gasses!

Picture Retakes

Thursday, Oct. 29
Media Center
Please remember to return library books so that your child may check out new books to read with you at home.

Friday, Oct. 30
Harlan Halloween
Parade begins at 10:15am
Classroom Boo Bash 10:45-11:45am
All families are welcome to attend our classroom party.  If you have any questions, please let me know and I will pass them on to our room parents.

Pumpkin Reminder

If you have not already had a chance to visit our Pumpkin Day sign up sheet, please see the below link.  We are still in need of volunteers and donations of supplies.

Thank you to those who have already sign up!

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/409044cafad2fa75-pumpkin

Popcorn Day

This is a gentle reminder that tomorrow, Tuesday, Oct. 13 will be Popcorn Day.  The cost of each bag will be $0.50.  Popcorn will still be served to those who forget their money.

Schedule for the Week of 10/12 - 10/16

Monday (A) - Music
Tuesday (B) - Media Center
Wednesday (C) - PE & Music
Thursday (D) - Art
Friday (A) - Music

Popcorn Day
Tuesday, October 13 will be Popcorn Day.  Each bag costs $0.50.

Pumpkin Day Volunteers

On Friday, Oct. 23. the Harlan 1st Graders will be celebrating Pumpkin Day from 1:30-3:00pm!  This is an afternoon of math and science exploration revolving around pumpkins!  Room 112 is looking for volunteers to assist us in small groups as we complete all of the different activities!  We are also asking for a few donations of materials.  If you are interested in joining us for Pumpkin Day or would like to donate items, please use the below sign up link.

Thank you in advance!

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/409044cafad2fa75-pumpkin

Box Tops

This is a gentle reminder that tomorrow is the last day to send in Box Tops.  We already have a great collection that the children have been bringing in!  Thank you so much for collecting and sharing these!

Delayed Start reminder

This is a gentle reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday, September 30 is a Delayed Start Day.  School will begin at 10:14am.  All busses will run 90 minutes later than their normal schedule.

Family Pictures & Oct. Pride Posts

Yesterday the October Pride Posts (pumpkins) were sent home in your child's folder.  Please complete the sentence starter "_______ is sweet as pie when..." and return it in your child's folder this week.  I will be taking the September apples down on Friday and begin putting up our new pumpkins.  If you haven't had a chance to read all of the wonderful things that the room 112 families have said about their children this month, please stop by our classroom!

Also, if you have not already sent in a family picture for our room 112 Family Tree, please send it in your child's folder this week as well.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thank you in advance!

Delayed Start - Wednesday, September 30

This is a gentle reminder that next Wednesday, September 30 will be a delayed start day.  The first bell will ring at 10:14am and the second bell will ring at 10:19am.  Busses will run 90 minutes later than their normal schedule.

Harlan Spirit Week

Next week is Harlan Spirit Week!  Below are the daily themes.  If you have any questions, please let me know.

Monday, Sept. 28 -
Favorite Sports Team:  Wear your gear and show your love!

Tuesday, Sept. 29 -
Get Up and Go Pajama Day: Roll out of bed and wear your pjs to school!  Stuffed animal, blanket and slippers too!

Wednesday, Sept. 30 -
Wacky Hair Day:  Grab the gel, and braid it, twist, color it!  The crazier the better!

Thursday, Oct. 1 -
Farmer Day: Wear your jeans, cap, John Deere attire and bandanas

Friday, Oct. 2 -
Harlan Husky Pride Day: Wear your class tshirt or any other Harlan Husky wear!

Specials Schedule for the Week of 9/28 - 10/2

Monday (C) - PE & Music
Tuesday (D) - Art
Wednesday (A) - Music
Thursday (B) - Media Center
Friday (C) - PE & Music

Please remember to return library books on days we visit the media center and bring gym shoes on days we have PE.  Thank you!

Family Tree Pictures

As some of you may have noticed, the inside of our classroom door is currently decorated with an empty tree.  This tree will eventually become a Room 112 Family Tree!  I am asking for each child to bring in a picture of their family to be added to our tree.  This picture can be either 4x6 or 6x8, and include as many family members as you would like.  I will be hanging them up as I receive them.

These pictures will be returned at the end of the year.  I would like to have all pictures collected and hung by the Fall Frolic on October 2 so that visitors to our classroom can see our completed Room 112 family!

I look forward to seeing all your family pictures!

Picture Day

This is a gentle reminder that this Thursday, September 24, will be Picture Day!

I will begin collecting any picture forms that are sent in on Monday, September 21, and bring them with us on Thursday.  If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thank you in advance!

Mystery Reader

This past Friday our class welcomed our first Mystery Reader!  Thank you so much to Mrs. L for reading us The Mysterious Tadpole by Steven Kellogg!  We had a great time hearing such a fun story!

If you are interested in becoming a Mystery Reader in Room 112, please use the sign up link below.

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080a4ba4a822a46-mystery2

Specials Schedule for the Week of 9/21 - 9/25

Monday (B) - Media Center

Tuesday (C) - PE & Music

Wednesday (D) - Art

Thursday (A) - Music

Friday (B) - Media Center

Please remember to return library books on days we visit the media center and bring gym shoes on days we have PE.

Reader's Workshop

We have been working hard in Reader's Workshop!  The first graders have been practicing transitioning to and from the carpet with their book boxes to their reading spots, discussing what readers need in order to enjoy the reading process and building our independent reading stamina!  We have also been practicing how we read with a partner.  Here we are sitting with our partners in what we call EEKK!

"Elbow to elbow,

knee to knee.

I'll read to you,

and you'll read to me.

Book in the middle

so we both can we!"