Quarter 2

Problem Solving Strategies | Statistics (Analyze and Interpret Data) | Number Relationships and Computation (Whole Number Strategies) | Number Relationships and Computation (Fractions) | Geometry


Harcourt Multimedia Math Glossary
http://www.harcourtschool.com/glossary/math2/index_temp.html
A glossary that includes definitions and examples for common and uncommon math words. Click on your grade level to begin.


Activities for Your Day
http://www.illuminations.nctm.org/swr/review.asp?SWR=1919#
This site, sponsored by the US Department of Education, recommends many math activities that parents can utilize no matter how busy their days are.

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Problem Solving Strategies

bobbie bear

 etool Bobbie Bear
http://Illuminations.nctm.org/mathlets/bobbie_bear/index.html
Bobbie Bear is planning a vacation and wants to know how many outfits can be made using different colored shirts and pants.

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Statistics (Analyze and Interpret Data)

bar charts

 etool Bar Charts
http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_190_g_1_t_1.html?open=activities

Create a bar chart showing quantities by labeling columns and clicking on values.

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Number Relationships and Computation (Whole Number Strategies)

can you balance

 etool Can You Balance
http://teams.lacoe.edu/documentation/classrooms/linda/algebra/activities/balance/balance.html
This online activity helps students to practice and develop number sense and their understanding of equations.


 etool Base 10 Blocks
http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_152_g_1_t_1.html
Students can illustrate addition and subtraction in a variety of bases.


hungry frog

web based resource Hungry Frog
http://www.hungryfrog.com/java/javamath1.htm
Hungry Frog is a game to practice basic arithmetic skills.


line jumper

web based resource Line Jumper
http://www.funbrain.com/linejump/index.html
Play a game to practice using a number line to solve addition problems.


number line arithmetic

web based resource Number Line Arithmetic
http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_156_g_1_t_1.html?open=activities
Illustrates arithmetic operations using a number line.




Number Relationships and Computation (Fractions)

fractions naming

 etool Fractions - Naming
http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_104_g_1_t_1.html
Name the fraction shown by the shape.


fractions parts of a whole

 etool Fractions Parts of a Whole
http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_102_g_1_t_1.html
Relates parts of a whole unit to written description and fraction.


varnelle's intro to fractions

web based resource Varnelle's Introduction to Fractions
http://Illuminations.nctm.org/swr/review.asp?SWR=2184
This Web-based unit gives children an introduction to fractions by incorporating interactive and manipulative-based projects with paper/pencil practice, and online activities.

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Geometry

geoboard

 etool Geoboard
http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_277_g_1_t_3.html?open=activities

Use geoboard to illustrate area, perimeter, and rational number concepts.


mirror tool

 etool Mirror Tool
http://Illuminations.nctm.org/mathlets/mirror/index.html
Investigate symmetry. Mirrors can be used to create reflection symmetry.


patch tool

 etool Patch Tool
http://Illuminations.nctm.org/mathlets/patchtool/index.html
This patch is used over and over again to produce a larger pattern. Create your own patch using the shapes.


shape tool

 etool Shape Tool
http://Illuminations.nctm.org/mathlets/shapetool/index.html
This tool allows you to change different shapes in several ways. You can draw, color, paste, slice, rotate, reflect, expand, and contract.


tangrams

 etool Tangram
http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_268_g_1_t_3.html?open=activities
Use all seven Chinese puzzle pieces to make shapes and solve problems.


tangram puzzles

 etool Tangram Puzzles
http://standards.nctm.org/document/eexamples/chap4/4.4/index.htm
Develop spatial skills through puzzlelike problems with tangrams.


transformations  etool Transformations - Flips
http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_206_g_1_t_3.html?open=activities
Interact with and see the result of a reflection transformation.

shape finder web based resource Shape Finder
http://bright-productions.com/kinderweb/rec.html

Shape Finder is a drill and practice game that may be used to reinforce shape recognition in early grades

varnelle's intro to geometry web based resource Varnelle's Primary Math - Introduction to Geometry
http://mathforum.org/varnelle/kgeo.html
Find ideas on using online manipulatives such as describing shapes, making patterns, building shapes, rotational symmetry, and line symmetry.

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