One of our learning goals for the week is to round numbers to the nearest ten and the nearest hundred. Today we focused mainly on rounding to the nearest ten. This can be a tricky idea to grasp so we will practice, practice and practice all this week.
I taught the kiddies a cute little song for the rounding rules. Hopefully they are singing it around the house tonight :)
Monday, 28 September 2015
Comparing Numbers
Over the last few days we have been very busy learning how to compare and order numbers.
We have learned how to use the mathematical symbols of < and >. Not only do we know how to use the symbols, but we also know how to correctly read a math sentence that uses these symbols.
For example kidddies, tell mom and dad how to read...
534 > 521
Here is a problem that the whole family could have fun with:
There are 2 jars of candies.
The number of candies in each jar has the digits: 2, 5 and 6.
Jar A has fewer candies than jar B.
How many candies could there be in each jar?
How do you know?
How many ways can you find?
Have fun!
We have learned how to use the mathematical symbols of < and >. Not only do we know how to use the symbols, but we also know how to correctly read a math sentence that uses these symbols.
For example kidddies, tell mom and dad how to read...
534 > 521
Here is a problem that the whole family could have fun with:
There are 2 jars of candies.
The number of candies in each jar has the digits: 2, 5 and 6.
Jar A has fewer candies than jar B.
How many candies could there be in each jar?
How do you know?
How many ways can you find?
Have fun!
Sunday, 27 September 2015
Learning Goals - Week of Sept 28
Learning Goals this week:
- we will round numbers (to the nearest ten and nearest hundred)
- we will identify pronouns
- we will identify contractions and their meanings
- we will read fluently
- we will write super sentences
- we will be bucket fillers
- we will round numbers (to the nearest ten and nearest hundred)
- we will identify pronouns
- we will identify contractions and their meanings
- we will read fluently
- we will write super sentences
- we will be bucket fillers
Beautiful Oops!
As part of Fun Friday we read an inspiring book called "Beautiful Oops" by Barney Saltzberg. My goal of the lesson was for the kiddies to realize that we can learn from our mistakes and that sometimes when we make an "oops" it can be turned into something beautiful!
Wednesday, 23 September 2015
Workshop Day!
Today I was away all day at an in-service. I trust that the boys and girls had a great day with their supply teacher and I look forward to seeing them tomorrow!
Tuesday, 22 September 2015
Curriculum Night
Curriculum night is Thursday night! The format has changed a bit this year. Mrs. Balogh sent out an email to families tonight that read the following...
New this year – we are encouraging students from grades 1 to 8, to attend with their parents, so they can introduce their teachers and demonstrate their learning with a guided tour of the classroom and our school. This student-led event, will provide an opportunity to develop self-confidence and leadership skills, as well as having a voice in sharing the key learning components of the class. The homeroom teachers will spend the first part of each session with some information items, and then time will be provided for the student-led visit.
I am excited for the boys and girls to participate and have a voice in this important evening and I look forward to meeting everyone!
New this year – we are encouraging students from grades 1 to 8, to attend with their parents, so they can introduce their teachers and demonstrate their learning with a guided tour of the classroom and our school. This student-led event, will provide an opportunity to develop self-confidence and leadership skills, as well as having a voice in sharing the key learning components of the class. The homeroom teachers will spend the first part of each session with some information items, and then time will be provided for the student-led visit.
I am excited for the boys and girls to participate and have a voice in this important evening and I look forward to meeting everyone!
Monday, 21 September 2015
Problem Solving
In math we have begun learning about how we solve problems. I introduced the boys and girls to a "Four Step Problem Solving Plan." Together we created an anchor chart to help us understand what each part of the plan means. Over the next few weeks we will practice, practice and practice solving various problems. We will practice as a whole group, small groups and independently to solve problems using this plan. My math program is very problem solving based as it is my philosophy that rich and meaningful problems help develop and foster higher level and critical thinking skills.
Here is an idea of the Four Step Plan
Step 1: Think
- read and reread the problem
- highlight what you know (what is important)
- highlight and think about what you need to find out
Step 2: Plan
- make a plan (what should I do?)
- choose a strategy
- gather your materials
Step 3: Do
- follow your strategy
- solve the problem / find the answer
- show your work clearly using pictures, numbers OR words
- write a finishing sentence
Step 4: Look Back
- check your answer
- add more detail to clearly show your thinking
- think if there is a different or better strategy you could use next time
Here is an idea of the Four Step Plan
Step 1: Think
- read and reread the problem
- highlight what you know (what is important)
- highlight and think about what you need to find out
Step 2: Plan
- make a plan (what should I do?)
- choose a strategy
- gather your materials
Step 3: Do
- follow your strategy
- solve the problem / find the answer
- show your work clearly using pictures, numbers OR words
- write a finishing sentence
Step 4: Look Back
- check your answer
- add more detail to clearly show your thinking
- think if there is a different or better strategy you could use next time
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