Math
We have started our new math unit where students are comparing age differences and exploring and representing strategies for addition and subtraction through the context of timelines using the open number line. Students began their investigation with characters from a storybook.
If you have not already done so, please bring in the math form with the years family members were born. Your child will need this information to start exploring concepts of addition and subtraction in a meaningful and engaging way.
On a separate note, two math packages came home this evening highlighting some of the work that was done in class. While other work completed over the unit such as performance tasks, math posters with partners, investigation of problems, and conversations were not included in the take home package, they are also used to assess student work. Please review with your child, sign, and kindly return it.
Below are a string of related questions/problems designed to explore and highlight math concepts. These were all solved through mental math and children's strategies were recorded on an open number line. Students have a discussion around different strategies and which ones are more efficient during the minilesson.
Bruce Spruce Author Celebration
Earlier this week, students celebrated the winner for the Blue Spruce. The winner this year was the story Barnaby Never Forgets by Pierre Collet-Derby. The chosen story was read to us by Ms. Jeremic.
