Today's challenges are relatively straight forward. To help make sense of each problem, consider making a quick sketch. Neither problem is technically more challenging than the other so if you don't typically give challenge 2 an attempt, today's your day!

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Today's challenges rely on your ability to identify patterns and describe them using a function. The first is a linear function meaning it forms a straight line. For that reason, it should be straight forward ;) .

The second task is much more challenging. You will need to use your understanding of area to write a function to describe how the pattern is growing. As always, ask or reach out if you have any questions. I'm here to help!

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Today's first challenge is straight forward (and likely familiar to some of you). The second challenge is straight out of the creativity box. As always, try your best and don't hesitate to ask for help. We can always learn something new. Have a great weekend and see you on Monday!

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Today's challenges involve consecutive integers (positive and negative whole numbers). While there are a number of ways to tackle these types of problems, consider trying an algebraic expression to describe the verbal expression.

If you need a kickstart, I've put together a quick how-to in how you might approach consecutive number tasks.

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Today's challenges involve area. The first is a composite shape so consider how you can determine the area of a shape that doesn't have a defined formula. In the second, the challenge asks you to consider how adding a wooden trim to a rectangle will affect the total area of the figure.

As always, email if you have questions.

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Today's challenges are straight forward. Solve for the variable. Remember, show all work and calculations and stick to the properties of equality, combining like-terms, and the order of operations.

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Today's challenges are based around ratios. Remember, a ratio shows the relationships between two quantities. Remember you can always reach out to your teacher for assistance!

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Today's challenges are two more cryptograms. Remember, mathematics is all about discovering and analyzing patterns. To tackle this task you will need to look for pattern in how various digits affect the solution.

Have a great weekend and see you next Monday!

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Today's challenges rely on your understanding of surface area. Remember that surface area can be calculated using the formula SA=2(lw)+2(lh)+2(wh).

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Today's challenges rely on your understanding of area and perimeter. The best strategy for tackling both of these tasks is to create a diagram of your own and work through labeling as much of the figures as you can. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need assistance.

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Today's challenges rely on your understanding of percents and ratios. With percents, remember that the word percent means "part of 100" because a percent scales the whole down to 100.

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Today's challenge throws back to the first challenge I posted here. For a bonus, see if you can determine the function that can predict the 100th term.

Remember, you're best strategy is to analyze how the pattern grows visually and use numbers and variables to describe that growth.

If you're needing help, check out the two answer videos I posted for the 4/2/20 challenge. See how that same type of thinking might be useful here.

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Today there is only one challenge. (Unfortunately the second challenge involved one skill that 6th graders haven't yet learned and therefore I had to disable the link. If you're feeling very ambitious, here is the task that was originally the second challenge problem.)

Best of luck and have a great weekend. We'll see you back here on Monday!

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Today's challenges involve proportional reasoning. Proportions show us the relationship between two quantities in terms of what part one set is of the whole. Remember, when tackling any proportion, using equivalent ratios can help you scale the a proportion up or down.

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Today's challenges involves cryptograms. Think of it like a secret code that you need to crack. To solve both of these problems, you will need to rely on your understanding of number theory and the properties of certain numbers. For example, when you multiply by 5, the product will always end in a 5 or a 0. Use what you know about each of the digits (0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9). It will take time and effort but there is no reason you can't crack these codes.

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Today's challenge has multiple ways to approach it. One of the strategies we learned this year was how to write an expression to describe a verbal phrase. While these verbal phrases are longer than normal, you can treat them just the same.

If you use an algebraic expression or equation, write in in the space provided on the answer form. Have fun!

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Today's challenge relies on your understanding of area and perimeter. In the first challenge, you are faced with a series of composite shapes. Use your understanding of rectangles, triangles, parallelograms and trapezoids to determine the area of the figure that is orange. If you need a review of area, consider reviewing your skill using Khan Academy:

• Area of a Rectangle, Parallelogram, Triangle

• Area of a Trapezoid

For the second challenge, you are given three pieces of information about the figure. Use these three pieces of information to determine the perimeter of the green hexagon.

Submit your answers using the two links below.

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Today's challenge relies on your understanding of rates. Remember, the power of equivalent ratios as you work towards a solution. The level one task requires you to think carefully about the situation and use your 6th grade ratio skills to arrive at a solution. The 2nd task is much more challenging and will require you to test multiple scenarios as you work towards an answer. Enjoy!

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Today's challenge relies on our understanding of functions. Remember, a function describes how a pattern grows. While you can create a function table, sometimes it is easier to look at how the pattern is growing and go from there. Pattern Challenge Level 1 is a 6th grade level task. Pattern Challenge Level 2 is MUCH more challenging, however, if you analyze how the pattern is growing, and you think about how you find the area of a shape, you should be good to go!

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(If you need a refresher, check out this video from a teacher in Oregon who walks through how to approach visual pattern functions like the ones above. Note that you'll still need to consider how area might help with the second level challenge. )