This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Zest. Zest is not just a brand of soap! It is an enthusiasm and excitement for all that you do; a desire to be active and feel alive! Children learn to be passionate about things by watching their parents get excited and from receiving encouragement for things at which they are good. We want the children to approach life as an adventure; so that one has motivation in challenging situations or tasks. Zest is essentially a concept of courage, and involves acquiring the motivation to complete challenging situations and tasks. … [Read more...] about Zest
The Farmer and the Eggs!
The PTA arranged for Quiver Farms to bring their chick hatching program to Lincoln School. The farmer arrived with the hen and the eggs. Now we need to wait patiently for some cracks and chirps! … [Read more...] about The Farmer and the Eggs!
Liberty Science Center
Third graders went on a field trip to Liberty Science Center. Students enjoyed the hands-on activities and exhibits. They also viewed a movie about the night sky. This field trip reinforced our science curriculum. … [Read more...] about Liberty Science Center
Add a Little Zest
This month Lincoln School is focusing on the hard character trait- Zest. Zest is not just a brand of soap! It is an enthusiasm and excitement for all that you do; a desire to be active and feel alive! Children learn to be passionate about things by watching their parents get excited and from receiving encouragement for things at which they are good. We want the children to approach life as an adventure; so that one has motivation in challenging situations or tasks. Zest is essentially a concept of courage, and involves acquiring the motivation to complete challenging situations and tasks. … [Read more...] about Add a Little Zest
The Room Escape
After reading Stone Fox by John Reynolds Gardner, Mrs Risoli’s reading students “escaped” the room by completing tasks on characters, plot, and vocabulary. Students worked collaboratively to solve problems. … [Read more...] about The Room Escape