March 16 Learning Resources

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This week we are finishing the Integers Unit in Math and the Planet Earth Unit in Science. Below you will find many resources that students can access from home.

Math:
We continue to work on adding and subtracting integers pictorially, using integer tiles and number lines, and symbolically. These skills can then be applied to word problem solving.

In class we have been working on eight stations that will help students understand integer concepts and develop their integer skills.

Most students have completed some of these stations last week. Please work on those you have yet to complete or do extra practice if you feel this is needed.

***Stations 7 & 8 are a great way to reflect on your understanding and develop your skills.

Station 1: Use a number line: subtraction or addition
Station 2: Integer counters: subtraction using integer chips
Station 3: Row Game
Station 4: The Zero Principle
Station 5: Integer fact families practice
Station 6: Situations involving integers (word problem practice)
Station 7: Making up integer problems
Station 8: "Big Picture" Ideas about integers

Access khanacademy.org to learn more about adding and subtracting integers.

Integer Jeopardy might be a fun way to review key terms and concepts from this unit.

If you would like any extra help or resources email Mrs. Matheson at mammatheson@cbe.ab.ca.

Science:
We are learning about Fossils and the Geologic Time Scale. You can read about Fossils in the Fossils Presentation and watch the two videos on the last slide.

We will do a final poster project about the Geologic Time Scale.

Click this link for a description of the project requirements.