March word problem

"Owl Love to See "hoo" Can Solve These Word Problems!

This month's word problems was 100% student created.  The students decided theme, the banner phrase, and what colors they wanted to use.  I think they did great!!! 

We focused on comparing and ordering fractions.  As you look at the examples, you will notice they used different strategies to compare and order these fractions.  Some of the students looked for the LCM (lowest common multiple) to create a common denominator and an equivalent fraction.  Others drew a fraction chart and shaded the fractional amounts to visually compare and order the fractions in their word problems.

How technology is making my job easier

This is awesome!  Earlier this year all the teachers in my building were given ipads.  (Thank you PTA) 

Recently after taking notes in our math journals, I had the students do some independent practice on the concept.  Instead of hauling 100 math journals home, I had the students take a picture of their work.  Now, I only had to take one thing home to see if the students grasped the concept. 

I LOVE technology!!!!

March Math Calendar

Wow!  It has been a couple weeks since a post, but it has definitely been a busy couple of weeks.  Now that I am back in the groove below is this month's math calendar.  Enjoy!

Please notice:
1 - Xtramath still an ongoing assignment
2 - Math homework is moving to Wednesday nights
3 - NO - Xtramath during the week of Spring Break

Download your copy of this month's calendar here: March Math Calendar

Math-entines Box

I am super excited to share our spiral review for February.  This Thursday is Valentine's Day, but of course I am a math dork and wanted to find a way to make this exciting holiday educational too.

I started by searching the internet.  I found a Valentines Math box project and decided to make it work better for the differentiated learners in my class. 

I have also challenged the class that if they gave me a "math-entine" card, that was funny and about math I would give them extra credit.  I already have two really great ones!

If you are interested, here is the rubric for the project. Math-entine Rubric

Here are some great pictures of the finished product:

Homework 2-12-13

Attached is tonight's "be the teacher" word problem.  Please notice the check list.  For a 100% you must include all 7 parts in your letter to me.

Have a great night!!!


For homework, click here.

Love,

Mrs. Osten

February Family Fun/Extra Credit Calendar

Enjoy the February Family Fun/Extra Credit Calendar.  To download a copy click here: February Calendar 2013

Great Example of "Be the Teacher" homework

I am super excited about how this new type of homework assignment is working out.  Every Tuesday and Thursday, I send home one word problem that has been solved incorrectly.  The students are expected to solve the problem correctly and then write a letter to me explaining what the "example student" did incorrectly.  Here is an amazing example of what students are turning in.