Thursday, March 12, 2009

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Fractions!

Here it is: FRACTION TIME! This week, we are focused on understanding what fractions mean. We are using fraction strips and circles at our desks, making diagrams in our math journals, and using real-world situations to understand the purpose of fractions.

One of the toughest parts of this unit is comparing fractions. For example, which is greater, 5/6 or 4/9? Students are using cross-multiplication to make this comparison easier. Please use www.harcourtschool.com for more help. (We are on chapter 21).

Monday, March 2, 2009

Science Homework for Monday

Go to this SITE.

Create a word search or other type of vocabulary puzzle using these words:

atom
element
matter
mass
substance
carbon
metal
hardness
diamond
oxygen