Today Patrick performed well in keyboarding, completing two modules. He scored an 87% on module 8, and a 95% on module 9. He tends to look at the keyboard while typing. This is new for him and I continue to remind him that he types more quickly when not looking. I remind him and cover the keyboard to prove to him that his fingers already know where the keys are located. Patrick continued nicely in his FF program today. In Lindamood-Bell, he completed working on the story, The Wolf Pack. Again, Patrick was able to generate well thought-out responses to higher order thinking questions. He also correctly, completed a word and picture summary of the story. Patrick worked very diligently today.

Today Patrick and I finished our read aloud Flat Stanley. He is a very attentive listener. He made several predictions throughout the story supported by facts and information read in the story. He also made several personal connections to the story. Patrick and I discussed the story at length and I am impressed with his higher-level thinking skills. Specifically, his ability to infer:)

Patrick and I opened with the math game Toss a Number. We used both addition and subtraction to play. Patrick won:) He really enjoys practicing his math facts with games. We discussed that every Friday I will give him an untimed addition quiz. The timing makes him feel nervous I think. He suggested that we time later in the year. Next, we reviewed subtraction. I modeled using the strategies and then Patrick practiced successfully using the strategies when needed. Patrick seemed a lot more comfortable with it today. I really want him to become fluent with his basic facts, so he has a solid foundation for later. I am proud of his willingness to practice and use the strategies he needs to be successful.

Patrick worked on his keyboarding skills. We continued his research on Golden Retrievers and took notes, completed a chart, and read several simple and complex texts. We researched foods that are toxic to dogs. We made a list and printed up pictures of each. Patrick will be creating a book on dog care in upcoming sessions.

Patrick divided 2 syllable words and read them. He is doing awesome with the Wilson program. I am so proud of his hard work!

Patrick was absent today.

Warm-up with Yoga , Stretches and squats, Review Block routine 1, Patrick will attempt to earn his gold star blind folded for completion of Block routine 1.
Sparring Drill

Patrick was absent.

Patrick was absent. Please assure Patrick that I will help him master subtraction! He has nothing to worry about. With practice and patience he will be very successful:)

Patrick was absent today. We missed him!