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Jan 1/26 - 1/30

This week in math, we are learning about equivalent fractions. Students will explore how different fractions can represent the same value. We will practice finding equivalent fractions by using models and visual representations. One important focus will be plotting equivalent fractions on a number line to help students see how fractions compare to one another. We will also learn how to use the multiplication method to find missing numbers in equivalent fractions. Students will multiply the numerator and denominator by the same number to create an equivalent fraction. This helps reinforce the idea that fractions stay equal when both parts change in the same way. We will integrate multiplication skills into our fraction work to build stronger number sense. Students will solve problems independently and with partners. By the end of the week, students will have a deeper understanding of how fractions work and how they relate to multiplication.

Math Week September 22nd

Hello Families,

We will continue to work on chapter 4 in our Big Ideas curriculum. In this chapter, your student is learning about division facts and strategies.
The lessons address division strategies for numbers 0 to 10. These strategies
include using arrays and using the relationship between multiplication and
division to solve division equations.

The vocabulary words associated with this chapter are: dividend, divisor,
quotient, and fact family.

One way you can model division is with money. Counting and dividing spare
change is a great place to start when it comes to learning division!
When talking about money with your student, use the following strategies:

To model division, spread out a large quantity of quarters on a table.
Make sure the number of quarters you set out is a multiple of 4. Ask
your student to count the number of quarters. Then ask, “How many
quarters do you need to make a dollar? How many dollars do these
quarters equal?”
Model other scenarios with different amounts and types of change. Encourage your student to think of division and multiplication equations that relate to these scenarios.