Thursday, December 18, 2014

Thursday, December 18, 2014

Objective: You will practice PARCC to see what it will resemble.

1. Check Math's Mate 2.7 and Turn in

2. Finish Unit Test, MUST be done TODAY!!!

3. PARCC test, 4th grade (linked) You have to click Math tests and then select 4th grade

4. Hour of Code (Linked) Log in with Google (red image on the left) 

            OR

4. Picture Grid

Homework: Please have a wonderful Winter Break. I will miss you all and I will see you on January 20th. Happy New Year!!!

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Objective: I will show what I've learned about multiplying and dividing fractions and decimals.


     1. Math's Mate #25-33


     2. Unit 2 Rational Number Assessment


     3. Missing Work


     4. Hour of Code

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Objective: I will show what I've learned about multiplying and dividing fractions and decimals.


     1. Math's Mate #13-24

     2. Questions on study guide?


     3. Unit 2 Rational Number Assessment


     4. Missing Work


     5. Hour of Code

Monday, December 15, 2014

Monday, December 15, 2014

Objective: I will apply decimal multiplication and division to real-life problems.


     1. Math's Mate #1-12


     2. Review Division Models and Multiplication Models


     3. Decimal Multiplication and Division Practice


     4. Unit 2 Assessment Study Guide--check with a partner after you complete each problem.


     5. IF you finish the study guide and have compared answers with a partner, you can work in Hour of Code or MAPs to Khan

Homework: Finish Study Guide--Unit Assessment is tomorrow!

Friday, December 12, 2014

Friday, December 12, 2014

Objective: We will apply fraction and decimal operations to real-world problems.

1. Warm-up (On big white board)

2. Check Math's Mate 2.6 #31-33

3. Application Problems

Homework: Study, Test Tuesday!!

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Objective: I will multiply and divide fractions and decimals.

     1. Math's Mate #31-33


     2. Check Homework


     3. Showdown: Multiplying and Dividing Fractions and Decimals

Homework: Math's Mate due tomorrow

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Objective: I will divide numbers with decimals in both the divisor and dividend.

Activity:

     1. Math's Mate #21-30
     2. Questions on homework?
     3. Mr. Dewey Video
     4. Division Practice

Homework: Decimal Division Practice Google Doc--complete on a piece of paper

Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Objective: We will learn the traditional method for division

1. Math's Mate 2.6 #11-20

2. Check Homework

3. Notes on Long Division

4. Practice 

5. Long Division Video

6. Practice Long division 

        Decimal Remainder
        2 digit divisor

Homework: Division 

Monday, December 8, 2014

Monday, December 8, 2014

Objective: I will use an algorithm for dividing fractions.

     1. Math's Mate 2.6 #1-10


     2. Dividing Fractions Notes and Practice
     
Homework: Dividing Fractions Pizzazz pg C-65 (paper copy)--due tomorrow

Friday, December 5, 2014

Friday, December 5, 2014

Objective: I will correctly demonstrate how to multiply and divide fractions using models.

1. Entry Slip (Use half sheets provided on chair at the front)

2. Check Math's Mate 2.5

3. Small Group Remediation

         a. Fraction Multiplication using models
      
         b. Multiplying Mixed Numbers

         c. Fraction Division using models

3. Finish Problem 4.1 from Bits and Pieces (page 50)

4. Hour of Code

Homework: Have a spectacular weekend!!!

Thursday, December 4, 2014

Thursday, December 4, 2014

Objective: We will be able to use models to divide whole numbers by fractions

1. Math's Mate 2.5 #31-33

2. Review Reciprocal

3. Dividing with models mini-lesson

4. Bits and Pieces II problem 4.1 pg 50

Homework: Finish Math's Mate 2.5

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Objective: We will learn about reciprocals

1. Math's Mate 2.5 #21-30

2. Review Homework

3. Reciprocal notes and practice

Homework: Buzzmath-What is a reciprocal

Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Objective: We will apply cross-simplifying to multiply mixed numbers

1. Math's Mate 2.5 #11-20


2. Table Discussion over Homework


3. Cross-simplifying lesson


4. Multiplying Mixed Numbers notes add picture to notes


5. Practice


Homework: Worksheet handed out in class, "Skill: Multiplying Fractions" pg 53

Monday, December 1, 2014

Monday, December 1, 2014

Objective: I will model fraction multiplication.

Activity:
     1. Math's Mate #1-10
     2. Problem 3.1 (in Bits 2 red book): Modeling Fraction Multiplication
  
Homework: Buzzmath: Multiplying Fractions Using Models--due tomorrow

Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Objective: We will tie up loose ends and then use logic and reasoning to create code.

1. Finish any math test not yet complete

2. Hour of code (Sign in using google, you DO NOT need to create a username or password)

3. Check Math's Mate Test!

Homework: Have a great and safe Thanksgiving!!!

Monday, November 24, 2014

Monday, November 24, 2014

Objective: We will demonstrated our understanding of computation.

1. Check Math's Mate 2.4

2. Math's Mate Test 3

3. Corrections if you want

4. Write a letter to a soldier wishing him/her a happy holidays

Friday, November 21, 2014

Friday, November 21, 2014

Objective: We will demonstrate our knowledge of decimal and fraction operations on an assessment.

1. Unit 2 part 1 assessment

2. Select from the following

       i. Khan Academy
   
       ii. buzzmath

       iii. Orange Wall items

       iv. read or draw a picture

3. If time, check Math's Mate

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Objective: We will be multiplying decimals using both lattice and the traditional method.

1. Math's Mate 2.4 #31-33

2. Multiplication Decimals Presentation and notes

3. Practice multiplying decimals

4. Application problems

Homework: Test tomorrow: addition, subtraction of decimals and fractions, and multiplying decimals

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Objective: We will apply addition and subtraction operations to real-world context questions.

1. Math's Mate 2.4 #21-30

2. Homework Questions?

3. Addition and Subtraction Application problems

Homework: No homework!

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Objective: I will use an algorithm to add and subtract fractions.

     1. Math's Mate #11-20

     2. Adding and Subtracting Fractions Algorithm

     3. Fan-n-Pick: Adding and Subtracting Fractions

Homework: Buzzmath: Adding Mixed Numbers--due tomorrow; POW #4 due Friday

Monday, November 17, 2014

Monday, November 17, 2014

Objective: I will accurately add and subract rational numbers.

 1. Math's Mate 2.4 #1-10


2. Make a copy of the Fraction and Decimal Algorithm            Presentation and move it to your math folder.
     

3. Two Groups:
         GREEN GROUP:
              1. Complete the following Buzzmath activities. If you don't finish, that's ok as long as you're on task during class:

1. Adding Negative Integers by Using a Number Line
2. Adding Negative and Positive Integers Using a Number Line
3. Integer Addition using a Chip Model
4. Adding Integers with and without a number line
5. Integer Subtraction using a Vertical Number Line
6. Integer Subtraction by Adding the Opposite            

            RED GROUP:
                  1. Mini-lesson on adding/subtracting decimals
              2. Khan Academy: Adding Decimals 2
              3. Khan Academy: Subtracting Decimals 2
                     **YOU MUST SHOW ALL WORK ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER.                                 BE PREPARED TO TURN IT IN

Homework: Buzzmath: Addition and Subtraction of Decimals (2 or more addends)--work MUST be shown to receive credit-- due tomorrow; POW #4 due Friday

Friday, November 14, 2014

Friday, November 14, 2014

Objective: We will review Simplifying and equivalent Fractions

1. Ms. Kouri messed up! You should have the work done, but Please do the pre-test again


 Unit 2 Pre-Test (try your best!) You have 25 minutes.


2.  Problem Solving Strategy: Make an Organized List:complete in your spiral


 3.        GREENS:
                 1. Buzzmath: Equivalent Fractions I
                 2. Buzzmath: Equivalent Fractions II
                 3. Solving Problems with Fractions
                 4.
 Pacific Garbage Patch
                 5. Garbage Exploration

             REDS: Simplify Practice and Equivalent Fraction Practice.
                  1. Khan Academy: Equivalent Fractions                                  (complete 10 in a row)
                  2. Khan Academy: Equivalent Fractions 2                                (complete 10 in a row)
                  3. Khan Academy: Simplifying Fractions (10 in a row)
                  4. If finished, complete the activities listed under GREENS



Homework: Happy Weekend!! 

Thursday, November 13, 2014

Thursday, November 13, 2014

Objective: I will show what I know about Unit 1 Part
2.
1. Warm-up: Complete in your spiral--


Which pair of numbers that has a sum of 10,  has the greatest product?
     
2. Finish Unit 1 Part 2 Assessment


     

3. Unit 2 Pre-Test (try your best!)



4. Pacific Garbage Patch

5. Garbage Exploration


Homework: Any missing work from this unit due 


today

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Objective: I will show what I know about Unit 1 Part 2.


1. Warm-up: Complete in your spiral--
In Duluth, Minnesota, the temperature at 6:00 AM on January 1st was -30 F. During the next eight hours, the temperature rose 38 F. Then, during the next twelve hours the temperature dropped 12 F. Finally, in the next four hours it rose 15 F. What was the temperature at 6:00 AM on January 2nd?

2. Questions on Study Guide???
     

3. Unit 1 Part 2 Assessment
     

4. Unit 2 Pre-Test (try your best!)

Homework: Any missing work from this unit due tomorrow

Monday, November 10, 2014

Monday, November 10, 2014

Objective: I will place rational numbers on a number line, order absolute values, solve problems involving coordinate grids, and write inequality statements.

 (No Math's Mate this week :) )


 1. Entry Slip: Problem Solving Riddle.


 2. Review for Unit Assessment: Practice questions


 3. Vocabulary Review

Homework: Study Guide--due Wednesday!!!! No exceptions!!! (needs to be completed on paper copy, but the link is here in case you need a new copy); POW #3 due Friday

Friday, November 7, 2014

Friday, November 7, 2014

Objective: We will review inequalities and number lines.

1. Entry Slip: Inequalities with graphing and number line placement. (use scratch paper)

2. Check Math's Mate 2.3

3. Discuss homework

4. Remediation with inequalities and number lines

4. Maps to Khan

4. Missing assignment catch up, due Wednesday!

Homework: Happy Friday!! See you at the Dance!

Thursday, November 7, 2014

Objective: We will review inequalities and number lines.

1. Entry Slip: Inequalities with graphing and number line placement. (use scratch paper)

2. Check Math's Mate 2.3

3. Discuss homework

4. Remediation with inequalities and number lines

4. Maps to Khan

4. Missing assignment catch up, due Wednesday!

Homework: Happy Friday!! See you at the Dance!

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Objective: We will be able to create and graph inequalities.

1. Math's Mate 2.3 #31-33 (Due tomorrow)

2. Inequality Notes

3. Inequality Practice

4. Debrief

Homework: Finish Inequality Practice

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Objective: We will compare Integers using vocabulary like greater than, less than, or equal to.

1. Math's Mate 2.3 #21-30

2. Comparing Integers notes

3. Comparing Integers practice on white boards with partners

4. TenMarks: Use Inequality Statements to Express Real-World Context

Homework: Finish Classwork

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Objective: I will be able to identify and describe polygons on a coordinate grid.

1. Math's Mate 2.3 #11-20, then check

2. Discuss homework

3. Common Core Problem 3.5

4. Tenmarks: Polygons on a Coordinate Grid

Homework: Buzzmath-Polygons in the Coordinate Grid 

Monday, November 3, 2014

Monday, November 3, 2014

Objective: We will be able to identify distances and reflections on the coordinate grid.

1. Math's Mate 2.3 #1-10


2. Review POW #1


3. Problem Solving strategy: Working Backwards POW#2 due Friday


4. POW #2


5.  TenMarks: Opposite Numbers on the Coordinate Plane

   
6.  TenMarks: Rational Numbers on Number Lines and Coordinate 

Homework: Coordinate Grid Questions google document 
AND Finish BOTH TenMarks.

Friday, October 31, 2014

Halloween

Objective: We will learn another problem solving strategy and practice plotting points.

1. Check Math's Mate

2. Coordinate Grid Practice

Homework: Please have a SAFE Halloween!!

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Objective: I will calculate distances between points. Considering Absolute Value and other basic operations.

1. Math's Mate #31-33


2. Questions on homework?

3. Finish Problem 3.3


4. Problem 3.4 (in red book)

5. Twitter Debrief

Homework: POW #1 due tomorrow

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Objective: We will accurately place coordinates on the coordinate plane and be able to discuss how positions on the coordinate plane defer.

1. Math's Mate 2.2 #21-30, then check #21-30

2. Common Core Book, Problem 3.3 on page 33 (You will need the grid sheet from yesterday)

Homework:  Buzzmath-Introduction to the Coordinate Grid

Problem 3.3 on page 33

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Objective: I will define coordinate plane vocabulary.

     1. Math's Mate #11-20 and  Check 11-20


     2. Coordinate Plane Notes


     3. Buzzmath: Plotting Points and Figures on a Coordinate Grid


     4. Practice with points and quadrants

Homework: Khan Academy: Points on the Coordinate Plane

Monday, October 27, 2014

Monday, October 27, 2014

Objective: I will be able to order, graph, and find absolute values.

1. Math's Mate 2.2 #1-10

2. Check #1-10

3. Introduce Problem of the week (POW)

4. Integers, Opposites, Absolute Value Practice

5. Debrief: Discuss Absolute Value to write on Twitter Board.

Homework: Tenmarks: Understanding Absolute Value (It was assigned to you, just log in)

Friday, October 24, 2014

Friday, October 24, 2014

Objective: We will practice computation skills and problem solving with patterns.

1. Problem Solving with Patterns

2. Entry Slip, on board (Show me on white board)

3. Check Math's Mate 2.1

4. Remediation Time

4. Maps to Khan Academy.

Homework: GO MICHIGAN STATE!!!!

Monday, October 27, 2014

Objective: I will be able to order, graph, and find absolute values.

1. Math's Mate 2.2 #1-10

2. Check #1-10

3. Introduce Problem of the week (POW)

4. Integers, Opposites, Absolute Value Practice

5. Debrief: Discuss Absolute Value to write on Twitter Board.

Homework: Tenmarks: Understanding Absolute Value (It was assigned to you, just log in)

Thursday, October 23, 2014

Thursday, October 23, 2014

Objective: I will be able to problem solve using patterns, I will also use integers to represent situations. 

1. Math's Mate Conversation

2. Problem-Solving with patterns

3. Log-in for Tenmarks

4. Save Password document (Feel free to add in ALL your passwords for each program)

5. Tenmarks: Using Integers to Represent Quantities (Assigned to you)

6. Absolute Value

Homework: Buzzmath: Introduction to Absolute Value

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Objective: We will learn how to explain our thinking and ways to write at the 6th grade expectation.

1. Math's Mate 2.1 #29-33


2. Discuss Homework


3. Writing Expectations Listen then Write activity


Homework: Power Explanation document

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Objective: We will be locating and identifying integers on a number line and correctly placing them on number lines. We will also be able to use integers to represent different situations.

1. Math's Mate 2.1 #11-28


2. Warm-Up Buzzmath: Locating and Identifying Integers II and III (Sent to you)


3. Discuss homework


4. Common Core Book Problem 3.1 (Red Book)


5. Integer Situations Powerpoint (Done as a class)


Homework: Buzzmath: Using Integers to Represent Situations (Sent to you)

Monday, October 20, 2014

Monday, October 20, 2014

Objective: I will explore definitions of Math Vocabulary I will be using this unit.

1. Math's Mate 2.1 #1-10

2. Discuss Vocabulary Assignment

3. Complete Vocabulary Assignment

4. Buzzmath: Locating and Identifying Integers II and III

Homework: Buzzmath: Comparing and Ordering Integers (Sent to you)

Friday, October 17, 2014

Friday, October 17, 2014

Objective: We will demonstrate computation skills and problem solving across all standards

1. Check Math's Mate

2. Math's Mate Test 2

3. Finish Buzzmaths from yesterday

4. MAPs to Khan Academy activities

Homework: Happy Weekend, you made it a Quarter of the way.

Thursday, October 16, 2014

Thursday, October 16, 2014

Objective: I will accurately place fractions, decimals, and percents on number lines and be able to explain a strategy used.

1. Math's Mate #31-33


2. Go over Homework

3. Buzzmath Activities (all are shared with you)

          a. Locating and Identifying Decimals I, II, III, IV
          b. Locating and Identifying Fractions I
          c. Locating and Identifying Whole Numbers I, II, III
          d. Locating and Identifying Tenths and Hundredths on a complicated number line.


4. Discuss Strategies 

Homework: 
  •          Complete the first 5

  •         Math's Mate 1.8 due tomorrow, if not finished in class.