Category Archives: Math - Page 3

Math Order of Operations

Lesson Summary: The lesson introduces the children to the three rules of the order of operations in math.  The discussion can be used either as an individual or as a paired reading activity, but the teacher may like to work …

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Place Values for Decimals

Lesson Summary: The lesson assumes that the children have already covered place values in whole numbers and introduces them to place values using decimal places.  The discussion is designed for either paired or individual reading.  Activity A requires the children …

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Parenthesis in Math Calculations

Lesson Summary: The lesson introduces the children to the use of parenthesis in math calculations.  This is the first step in learning to order math operations.  The discussion is designed for either paired or individual reading.  Activity A is an …

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Introduction to Place Value

Lesson Summary: The lesson introduces the children formally to place values in math.  The reading and the activities could be carried out in pairs or individually, depending on the skill levels.  Both activities give the children an opportunity to demonstrate …

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Bell Curve – Normal Distribution Graph

Lesson Summary: The lesson introduces the children to the normal distribution graph, or the bell curve.  Standard deviation is not discussed as this concept is considered too complex for this grade level.  Care should be taken when doing the activity …

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