This week in 3L...

This week, students have been discussing Martin Luther King Jr.  They brainstormed what they know about MLK and what they want to know.  We then watched a video about about his life and accomplishments and completed a timeline activity.  Students then shared what they learned about MLK.  Finally, students have been reading a reader's theater called I Have a Dream.

In math, students have been working hard on multiplication.  We have discussed the properties of multiplications and observed a variety of patterns that exist when creating equal groups of whole numbers.  Students have greatly enjoyed completing gallery walks to explore the work of others and provide positive feedback and suggestions.

Finally, we are continuing our rocks and minerals unit in science.  This week, we are discussing the four layers of the earth: crust, mantle, inner core, and outer core.

Baby it's COLD outside!

Please be sure to send your child to school each day with a warm jacket, mittens or gloves, some kind of hat or head warmer, and a scarf or neck warmer.  Students should also try to bring winter boots and snow pants if possible.  It is VERY cold outside and students need to be dressed appropriately for the winter weather conditions. Thank you so very much for your help with this!

Math Manipulatives!

Here are some pictures of our class using manipulatives to find the product and quotient of whole numbers.  At home, students can work on their skills by using cereal, marbles, pasta or any other item to create equal groups.

Reindeer Names

Here are some pictures of our class preparing for and debuting our Reader's Theater, Reindeer Names.

Happy Holidays!

I hope that everyone has a wonderful holiday season and a very happy new year! See you next year!

Don't forget about this great math activity!

What?

• A math challenge game board for students to complete during the Winter Break, using the online games and books at GregTangMath.com.
• Students who complete the challenge can be entered into a prize drawing by their parent or teacher.
Prizes?

• 6 individual students will win one of Greg Tang’s signed books and aKakooma Puzzle Book. Click here to enter!
• All students who complete the challenge earn a certificate of achievement which can be printed by clicking here.
• Teachers and parents can provide their own prizes for students who complete the challenge.

Who?

• Kids in grades K-5 and above can participate in the challenge.
• Any teacher or parent can fill out the form for the prize drawing.

When?

• Starting now and ending after Winter break on Tuesday, January 6, 2015.
• Entry form due by January 8, 2015
• Prize winners announced on January, 9 2015

How?

• Click the tab on the left of this page to print the game board.
• After the game board is completed, click the “Enter to Win” tab to submit student names for the drawing.
• See the instructions at the right for more detailed information.

Why?

• Students learn and practice math skills while at school and away from the classroom!
• Students can win prizes!
• It is FUN!

Questions?

• If everyone would benefit from the answer, please post the question in the comments area below.
• Have an independent question? Email: info@gregtangmath.com

Reader's Theater Performance is Tomorrow!

Our class has been working hard all week on our reader's theater, Reindeer Names.  Students have memorized their lines, created props, and brainstormed costume ideas.  We will be debuting our production on Friday, December 19th for Mrs. Ux's class!  Please be sure to wear BROWN if you are a reindeer and RED / GREEN if you are an elf.  Those of you that have other special costume pieces, please don't forget to bring them in tomorrow.

Winter Break Math Fun!

What?

• A math challenge game board for students to complete during the Winter Break, using the online games and books at GregTangMath.com.
• Students who complete the challenge can be entered into a prize drawing by their parent or teacher.
Prizes?

• 6 individual students will win one of Greg Tang’s signed books and aKakooma Puzzle Book. Click here to enter!
• All students who complete the challenge earn a certificate of achievement which can be printed by clicking here.
• Teachers and parents can provide their own prizes for students who complete the challenge.

Who?

• Kids in grades K-5 and above can participate in the challenge.
• Any teacher or parent can fill out the form for the prize drawing.

When?

• Starting now and ending after Winter break on Tuesday, January 6, 2015.
• Entry form due by January 8, 2015
• Prize winners announced on January, 9 2015

How?

• Click the tab on the left of this page to print the game board.
• After the game board is completed, click the “Enter to Win” tab to submit student names for the drawing.
• See the instructions at the right for more detailed information.

Why?

• Students learn and practice math skills while at school and away from the classroom!
• Students can win prizes!
• It is FUN!

Questions?

• If everyone would benefit from the answer, please post the question in the comments area below.
• Have an independent question? Email: info@gregtangmath.com