Sunday, November 30, 2008

Turkey Day Math

A coloring sheet is more than an assessment of color theory. Fine motor skills are toned. But in Room Thirty-One a colored turkey can easily become a patterning exercise. Thematic work engages students in the ever present mathematical foundation of patterns.

Chris and Soren work diligently to label and pattern turkeys in groups of ten. Most kindergartners took the challenge seriously, taking two or three days to complete their personal bests.

Suresh and Quinn work hard to prove who's estimation of green pumpkin seeds is the closest.
By gluing seeds in groups of two, the students also work on thier multiples.


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