Wednesday, 19 February 2020

Math
Addition and subtraction test tomorrow. This test will be skill based only.

Estimating sums and difference using 3 different strategies
  • rounding both numbers to the greatest place value (most common)
  • rounding one number only (subtrahend when finding difference)
  • looking at the digits in the highest place value only 
Adding using different strategies including
  • standard algorithm (regrouping)
  • adding from left to right (starting at thousands)
  • place value chart
  • easier question
Subtracting using different strategies including 
  • standard algorithm (regrouping)
  • adding up on a number line
  • easier question (good when the minuend has a lot of zeros)
Study using your notebooks and yellow duotang.

Tubing Reminders
  • Dress warmly: layers, warm coat, snow pants, mittens, hat, extra socks, warm boots, scarf
  • BRING YOUR OWN HELMET IF YOU HAVE ONE (skiing, hockey or bike are fine)
  • Large lunch with lots of snacks and water.... you'll be hungry!
  • If you have goggles, a neck warmer or balaclava, you are welcome to wear them.
  • The forecast is COLD but sunny!
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