Beanstalks
2/1/2020
This week in math, we used Jack and the Beanstalk to practice a variety of math concepts. The goal for this mini project was to practice measuring, data collecting, collaborating, and interpreting graphs.
After listening to Jack and the Beanstalk, groups of students created tall paper beanstalks with their own creative spin on them. They worked together to measure the height of their beanstalk to the nearest ½ inch and all of the leaves to the nearest ¼ inch. They practiced using the marks on a ruler to be precise with their measurements and learned how to round to the nearest half and quarter. Good mathematicians are able to organize their data. They practiced making line plots with all of their measurements and interpreting the results by answering questions. Kids improve in math as they practice concepts in different contexts and scenarios. It is also important that kids have opportunities to talk about their math. It was great listening to pairs of students double checking each other’s work and explaining why their answers to their partner throughout this process! Comments are closed.
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Jessica GrahamMs. Graham graduated from the University of Alabama with a BS in Early Childhood/Elementary Education, and is currently working on her master's in reading. She enjoys hiking, traveling, arts & crafts, and playing the ukulele. Archives
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