Math
Number Corner components explained:
Calendar Grid- patterns that reinforce number and geometry skills
Calendar Collector- collecting that promotes understanding of estimating and counting, value, measurement, and data
Computational Fluency-activities, games, and practice designed to maintain fluency
Problem Strings- a series of related problems designed to bring out certain strategies through discussion and modeling
Solving Problems- estimating, reasoning, writing equations, and solving problems
Math
What are we learning?
May/June
Students will take the Unit 6 assessment in early May and then begin Unit 7. There will be a final district benchmark assessment given at the end of May.
Bridges
Unit 7- Reviewing & Extending Fractions, Decimals & Multi-Digit Multiplication
Students will learn
- Comparing fractions and writing equivalent fractions
- Decimal and decimal fractions
- Standard multiplication algorithm
- Extending the standard multiplication algorithm
Number Corner
- Calendar Grid
- Quilt Block Symmetries
- Calendar Collector
- The Water Evaporation Experiment
- Computational Fluency
- Decimal Draw
- Problem String
- Multiplying Fractions and Whole Numbers
- Solving Problems
- Measurement Conversions
What are we learning?
April- Students will revisit multiplication and division strategies in unit 6. I know parents are wondering where the algorithm is for multiplication. Bridges curriculum focuses on the understanding of numbers and place value over the memorization of the algorithm concept. We have introduced the algorithm to many students in class and recognize it as a strategy for solving problems. It will be introduced to all students in unit 7.
Bridges
Unit 6- Multiplication & Division, Data & Fractions
Students will learn
- Multiplication strategies
- Division strategies
- Area and perimeter
- Line Plots, Fractions, and Division
Number Corner
- Calendar Grid
- Perimeter Puzzles
- Calendar Collector
- A Decimeter a Day
- Computational Fluency
- Color Ten
- Problem String
- More Division Strategies
- Solving Problems
- Line Plots
What are we learning?
March
Bridges
We are continuing our work in unit 5- Geometry. Students are taking notes in their journals, recording terms, drawings, and definitions. They are also using protractors to measure angles. Please ask your child to show you the geometry terms with their arms or hands. Multiple reinforcement opportunities help them retain information.
Number Corner
- Calendar Grid
- The Function Machine
- Calendar Collector
- The Great Fraction Race
- Computational Fluency
- Don't Break 3.00
- Problem Strings
- Generating Equivalent Fractions
- Solving Problems
- Multiplying Fractions & Whole Numbers Story Problems
February
We will wrap up unit 4 and take the assessment on February 14. As always, there will be review papers sent home to help students prepare for the assessment. We will then begin unit 5.
Bridges
Unit 5- Geometry and Measurement
Students will learn
- angles and angle measures
- parallel and perpendicular lines
- line symmetry
- area and perimeter formulas
- reflective symmetry
Number Corner
- Calendar Grid
- Constructing Angles & Polygons
- Calendar Collector
- Spin, Add & Measure
- Computational Fluency
- The Number Line & Put It on the Line, Part 2
- Problem Strings
- Adding & Subtracting Fractions with Like & Unlike Denominators
- Solving Problems
- Multi-Step Problems & Equations
January
Bridges
Unit 4- Addition, Subtraction & Measurement
Students will learn
- addition strategies
- subtraction strategies
- measurement- length, distance, liquid volume, time, mass, and weight
- the standard algorithm in both addition and subtraction
Number Corner
- Calendar Grid
- Similar Figures
- Calendar Collector
- Three-Quarters a Day
- Computational Fluency
- Division Capture
- Problem Strings
- Division Strategies
- Solving Problems
- Multi-Step Division Problems
November/ December
We will continue our work in fractions in December. Students will take the fraction unit assessment right before winter break. There will be review papers sent home for homework prior to the test.
Bridges
Unit 3- Fractions and Decimals
Students will learn
- to read and write fractions
- to compare fractions with like and unlike denominators
- to identify equivalent fractions using egg cartons, geoboards, and hundreds charts
- to add and subtract fractions with like and unlike denominators
- to compose and decompose fractions and mixed numbers
- compare decimal numbers
Number Corner
- Calendar Grid
- Night and Day- time and elapsed time
- Calendar Collector
- A Cup a Day- liquid measurement
- Computational Fluency
- The Number Line & Roll & Compare- large number rounding
- Problem Strings
- Multi-Digit Addition Strategies
- Solving Problems
- Place Value, Rounding, & Comparing
October
Bridges
Unit 2 Multi-Digit Multiplication and Early Division
Students will learn
- To build with arrays in multiplication
- Use ratio tables to solve larger problems
- Multiplication stories and strategies
- Division with remainders
Number Corner
- Calendar Grid
- Fractions and Decimals
- Calendar Collector
- Race to the Millions
- Computational Fluency
- The Number Line
- Problem Strings
- Ratio Tabes
- Solving Problems
- Multi-Step Multiplication Problems
August/September
Bridges
Unit 1 Multiplicative Thinking
Students will learn
- Models, strategies, and multiplicative comparisons
- Open number lines, arrays, and ratio tables
- Multiplication and division story problems
- Factors, multiples, and prime numbers
- Multiplication facts and equations
Number Corner
- Calendar Grid
- Ancient Egyptian Numerals
- Calendar Collector
- Six Inches a Day
- Computational Fluency
- Number Line and Splat game
- Problem Strings
- Multiplication Models
- Solving Problems
- One-step multiplication problems