5th Grade: We will be focusing on developing fluency with addition and subtraction of fractions, and developing understanding of the multiplication of fractions and of division of fractions. Another key concept is understanding the place value system and developing understanding of operations with decimals to hundredths, and developing fluency with whole number and decimal operation. We will also be working on deepening their knowledge and understanding of volume.
4th Grade: We will be working on the concepts of place value, multi-digit multiplication and division, problem-solving, pattern analysis, perimeter and area and measurement.Students will also be developing their understanding of decimals and fractions.
Students will also be given ample opportunity to increase their critical thinking skills through a variety of methods. I been involved in the Silicon Valley Mathematics Institute over the last several years and will be using many of their strategies to help your students with their problem solving skills.