Today we’ll be using Tangrams to represent, compare and order fractional amounts.
Check out the video below to learn where the Tangram puzzle originated.
Today we’ll be using Tangrams to represent, compare and order fractional amounts.
Check out the video below to learn where the Tangram puzzle originated.
Today students applied their knowledge of decimals, multiplication and money to solve a fencing problem. Students impressed me while we “unpacked” the problem together with comments such as, “Hey, we did a problem like that a while ago!” and “That’s just like what we were doing last week!” Students are connecting their learning!
While students could do the math involved with the problem, they had a challenge in talking about it and explaining what they were doing to solve the problem as well as writing their ideas clearly on paper. Each group solved the problem in a different way. As the year continues, communication will continue to be a focus for everyone.