Exploring Biographies Counting Collections We had another successful counting collection. The kiddos are really improving in their ability to organize and record their collection. So much mathematical thinking happening! Solving a Math 3 Act Task and Determining the Divisibility Rule We watched a video showing a rope with two knots. Then we had to determine how many knots could fit on the rope. I gave my mathematicians the length of the rope and the length of the rope with one knot. I loved how they thought of different strategies using tools in the classroom. Building Simple Machines We have been learning about force and motion and are now ready to put our knowledge to use. Using Vex kits, the kiddos worked in groups to build simple machines. We started with a simple wheel and axle. Some groups also started building an incline plane or lever. We'll use simple machines for our final real-world challenge of the module-rescuing a trapped tiger. I love seeing the kiddos so engaged and working together! Apex Jingle Run Despite not being about to run laps outside due to high winds, there was lots of laughter and smiles during the run. I think everyone enjoyed the music, running, and helping our school raise money. Thanks to all of you who sponsored your child and/or donated money to support the school. Creating Simple Machines Teams designed levers, inclined planes, and a pulley. Next, design a compound machine to rescue a tiger! The Four Triangle Problem To introduce our geometry unit, I challenged the kiddos to find as many solutions as possible to the four triangle problem which involves making shapes out of four triangles. It sounds easy, but it is a challenge, one that my mathematicians worked hard to solve. All of the groups found at least 12 different shapes! Once we found all of the solutions, we sorted the shapes by the number of sides to create a chart. This is a great way to review & introduce 2-D shapes and geometry vocabulary.
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November 2019
Mrs. Swyers3rd Grade Teacher |