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Fractions in Action

4/29/2015

 
Second graders kicked off a new math unit about fractions this week.  Students began learning that fractions are names for parts of a whole.  Children used pattern block manipulatives to determine fractional parts of a whole.  For example, if a yellow hexagon is "one," and two trapezoids fit inside it, then each trapezoid is one half.  There were lots of interesting discoveries and "Aha!" moments as children puzzled out fractional parts of a whole using pattern blocks and pattern block templates.  Children also began to build their math vocabulary by beginning to use the terms numerator and denominator.  In the coming weeks, students will learn to play Everyday Math fraction games, such as the Equivalent Fractions Game and Fraction Top-It, to further develop their understanding of fractions.  

Our second grade Maypole Dance was another highlight this week!  Click the F&PA link in this week's bulletin to learn more about it.


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