Electronic Chalkboard - Make sure that you read everything each morning to find out procedures, assignments and announcements for the day. Every day we will have morning activities/bell ringers like we did in TangiTech #1 and #2. Click on the morning activity to go to the explanation in the list below.

Problem of the Day (submit through e-mail) / Estimation Station / Math Mall / PowerPoint Pals / Mental Math Mode

Icebreaker: Wish Upon a Star Let's wish upon a star. You can wish for anything, but make sure you tell us about yourself. Save the "Wish Upon a Star" PowerPoint on the U Drive in your folder. Make sure you fill in all the boxes. Print one copy on yellow cardstock then cut out your star. The teacher will start the music and you will roam the classroom exchanging stars with your classmates. When the music stops, return to your seat with a "Shining Star". When it is your turn you will introduce that "Shining Star" to the class. 
Star Pattern (ppt) - Rubric        

Folder on the Server - A folder has been created on the server for you to to save your work in. We have shared this folder so that you will have access to your work from any computer in the lab. The U drive "T3 lab on itf-dc" has your folder and other things we will share in TangiTech Math.

Problem of the day with Bamboo - You will find the Problem of the Day located in your e-mail. Open the e-mail that says, "Day 1 Problem of the Day". Use your Bamboo Tablet to complete the problem. Do not leave any steps out. Remember, you will work your problem in Paint. To get to Paint follow these steps. "Click",  "Start"> "Programs"> "Accessories"> then "Paint". After your have completed the Problem of the Day, save your work in your folder on the U Drive.

Illustrate the following fraction using the Bamboo. Save it to your folder using your name and the word fraction. For example. colettefraction. Then send it as an attachment through e-mail to ttmath@tangischools.org. Print two copies.

Illustrate 3/5.

"Math"gizers - From time to time we need to take a break. Our brain is full and we need to get the blood flowing to our brain again so we can think. "Math"gizers are just like Energizers except we put a math twist to it. Get ready to stretch!

Snowball
Three Ball Pass
Name That Product

 E-Mail Assignment - Each day you need to check your Tangischools e-mail account for information and to complete the Problem of the Day.  Reply to us at ttmath@tangischools.org

Google Coffee Break
Each day we'll share with some quick tips on Google searching. You'll me amazed how you can search Google quicker and narrow your search to exactly what you want. 

Tips for today: 
Double Quotes
Dash
File Type
Type a Statement

Digit Place -Students will learn the concept that each digit has its own unique place within the whole number. We will play this every day. The more you play the better you get.

Digit Place Directions (Word)

Innovative Classroom This is the website I found the directions for Digit Place on. I think you'll find some amazing things there. It's worth the time to check it out.
http://www.innovativeclassroom.com/

Math Mall - In the courtyard are two stations with Math activities for you to complete. You and your partner will work together to complete the activities. Follow the directions that are with the Math activity.  These activities came from the book Family Math or 131 Ways to Use Film Canisters. These are great activities to do for a Family Math Night.

 

Family Math
Making a Fraction Kit (PDF)


131 Ways to Use Film Canisters         
Fraction Fun (PDF)
Cross It Out (PDF)
My Time Line (PDF)
Dice Probability (PDF)
Fact Family Game (PDF)
Dice Game (PDF)
Penny Toss (PDF)

Estimation Station - Every morning you will have an estimation activity. At the end of the day 2 people will be responsible for counting the items and telling the class the results.

Estimating Jar Activity (PDF)

Today's estimation is "A Burst of Fractions".  Write your estimation of the number of Starbursts on the back of a sticky note, put your name on the front and then stick it on the poster. We will use the Selector Tool to select two people to count the starburst and give us the results. Those two people will also tell us the fraction of each color of Starburst.

PowerPoint Pals - Using PowerPoint has become routine for most teachers as well as students. PowerPoint is one of the most effective weapons to kill creative thinking, distract attention and bore people to death. So let's teach an old dog new tricks. Our SMART Board software will help us do that.  The PowerPoints we are using were taken from Pete's PowerPoint Station.

Parts of a Fraction (Notebook)
Parts of a Fraction (PPT)

Fraction Follies (Notebook)
Fraction Follies (PPT)

SMART Calendar - The best way to teach the calendar to students is to give them their own calendar. Age appropriate students can mark special events on their calendar while younger students can circle, draw, and color in parts of the calendar. Here you will find things to do with your classroom calendar.

Blank Calendars from ABC Teach

About Today's Date This website contains fascinating facts about each day of the year from a mathematics perspective. It can be used to enhance your class's daily calendar work.

Blank Everyday Calendar (Notebook) Let's use the Smart Board to complete some calendar activities. Remember to rename it before beginning to use it that way you'll have your blank Notebook file from year to year.

 Mental Math Mode - We will start the day with a mental math problem. You'll need to think hard and the only tool you can use is your brain.

Mental Arithmetic Using the 100 Chart (PDF)
100 Chart (PDF)

Beanie Babies If you collect Beanie Babies, see if you can "Figure This".
Figure This! Math Index
 

Literature Connection
 

Bookmaking Bonanza - Paper Doll book

To make this book you will fold a piece of construction paper into 8 equal parts. 2/8ths will be cut off and used for the arms. Add paper behind the jacket. Use art supplies to add facial features and details to the clothing. The pictures I used in the example above came from PC Hug Club. Click here to join. It is not free, but it is well worth it.

Paper Doll Boys (PPT)
Paper Doll Girls (PPT)
 

Literature Lizards - I Remember Fractions
Instant Poetry Forms - (Interactive Poetry Forms, Memory, I Remember...)

This is a interactive website that allows you to put in words and it generates a poem for you. There are several types of poems to choose from. The students simply "Type" in a type of word the computer suggests and click "Create" and the poem is generated. Students can then copy and paste the poem into a word document, decorate, then print. It is a very easy way to bring poetry into the classroom.
Example: I Remember Fractions

Lessons for Little Ones: Mathematics by Lorna Curran
Tangipahoa Parish has a parish wide initiative that involves staff development from Spencer Kagan and his team. To order the book we got the activity Fraction Feast from, click the link above.  

Fraction Feast  

SMARTBoard Activity - The SMART Board is the new kid on the block. It  re-energizes students as well as teachers. You will get lots of ideas on how to use this valuable tool in your classroom to teach math.

Here are some Notebook files that you can use when you focus on Fractions.

Fractions, Fractions 1, Fractions 2
What Are Equal Parts
 

Smart Board Game of the Day
 Koosh Ball (Notebook) Thanks to Heather Lamb at SMART Tech for this game.

Software - Kidspiration 3 The new Kidspiration 3 helps to develop literacy and numeracy skills. Each day we will use this program to develop  a specific skill. I think you'll find it is more than just for writing. It it builds conceptual understanding in Math.

Making Fractions Lesson Plan (Word)
Fraction Tiles (Kidspiration 3 Doc)
 

Numbered Heads Together - The Numbered Heads Together software turns any set of questions into a fun, interactive learning game for the entire class. Click here to order the software.

Fraction NHT Study Guide (Word)
Fraction NHT Study Guide Blank (Word)

Make it, Take it - As students explore the concept of fractions, it is important for them to be able to handle concrete materials so they can compare and identify fractional parts.

Pattern Block Fractions (pdf)
Window Fractions (pdf)
Sharing Pizza (pdf)

I Have... Who Has... Need a fun what to get students up out of their desks? Play "I Have... Who Has..." This activity will keep your students attention as well as keep them thinking.

Picture Fraction I have... Who Has... (pdf)
Fraction I Have... Who Has... (ppt)
Blank Template I Have... Who Has... (ppt)
Find Someone Who... (ppt)

 

Sum Calculator Fun - Calculators are a type of computer. Students are motivated by them. Let's use calculators to make old games new again.
Tic-Tac-Toe - Let's play this fun game using the SMART Board or PowerPoint. It brings a whole new meaning to learning.
Tic-Tac-Toe Directions (pdf)
Tic-Tac-Toe (SMART Board)
Tic -Tac-Toe (ppt)

Fractions on the Calculator Ever wonder why we don't see any fractions on the calculator? They are there we just have to apply what we know to see them. Click below to practice finding halves on your calculator.
Fractions on the Calculator (Word)
 


Mnemonic: A device, such as a formula or rhyme, used as an aid in remembering.

"You Must Remember This"… Teaching with Mnemonics Read this article on the use of Mnemonics in the classroom. It even gives you tips on developing your own.

Homework - Read the article "Ten Pillars Of Successful Technology Implementation" Integrated education works best when it is well planned, well-integrated, closely monitored as to effectiveness, and given a fair chance. 'A fair chance' only can be guaranteed, however, if computer-based teaching and learning is constructed on these ten pillars of success."

 


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