MATH STANDARD(S): NC.3.OA.8: Solve two-step word problems using addition, subtraction, and multiplication, representing problems using equations with a symbol for the unknown number.
Objective(s):
Determine operations needed to solve two-step word problems.
Model two-step problems using a variety of representations, including equations with symbols.
Solve two-step problems with addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
ESSENTIAL QUESTION(S): How do you know what mathematical operations to use when modeling word problems?
I Can Statement(s): I can explain what mathematical operations to use when modeling word problems.
Vocabulary: operation, equation
MONDAY: Students will model and solve two-step word problems using the four operations that might appear on a mathematics test. (Math Lesson 12)
TUESDAY: Students will REVIEW and QUIZ on Lesson 12: Model Two-Step Problems.
MATH STANDARD(S): Solve two-step word problems using addition, subtraction, and multiplication, representing problems using equations with a symbol for the unknown number.
Objective(s):
Determine operations needed to solve two-step word problems.
Model two-step problems using a variety of representations, including equations with symbols.
Solve two-step problems with addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
Assess the reasonableness of answers.
ESSENTIAL QUESTION(S): What are some different ways to model two-step problems?
I Can Statement: I can demonstrate (some) different ways to model two-step problems.
Vocabulary: round, to estimate, an estimate, equation
WEDNESDAY: Students will use a picture and write an equation to solve a two-step word problem with greater numbers. (Lesson 13)
THURSDAY: Students will model a two-step word problem using a diagram and an equation. (Lesson 13)
FRIDAY: Students will estimate the solution to a two-step word problem. (Lesson 13)
SCIENCE STANDARD(S): 3.P.2: Understand the structure and properties of matter before and after they undergo a change.
Objective(s): 3.P.2.1: Recognize that air is a substance that surrounds us, takes up space and has mass.
ESSENTIAL QUESTION(S): What are the three states of Matter?
I CAN Statement(s): I can name and describe the three states of Matter.
Vocabulary: matter, solids, liquids, gases, atoms
MONDAY: Students will watch video entitled: Properties of Matter (from Study Jams); students will then read and highlight pertinent information about the Properties of Matter from Study Guide.
TUESDAY: Students will watch video entitled: Physical and Chemical Changes to Matter (from Study Jams); then students will make a Cootie Catcher.
WEDNESDAY: Students will complete the Matter and Its Properties worksheets #1 (fill-in the blank) and #2 (vocabulary).
THURSDAY: Students will watch video entitled: Solids, Liquids, and Gases (from Study Jams); then students will complete the Matter Crossword Puzzle (across clues).
FRIDAY: Students will complete the Matter Crossword Puzzle (down clues).