Today we worked on a problem involving different sized packages of Goldfish and comparing their unit prices. In this problem, they look at ratios in many ways: ratio tables, graphing and unit rates.
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Today was an early release day. I had the students practice for their SWYK on Monday. Check out the tutorial section on my website if you need any extra practice or help!
Today we did a quick review over how to divide fractions. We discussed both the divide across and the more traditional multiply by the reciprocal methods. Then we practiced multiplying and dividing rational numbers on IXL.
Today we reviewed multiplying fractions and mixed numbers. We looked at what it means to multiply fractions conceptually first, and then moved on to the algorithm. This is covered heavily in 6th grade, so we just did a quick overview. After discussing fractions, we continued multiplying fractions, but utilizing our rules for positive and negative numbers.
Today we explored how to multiply and divide integers. We utilized many models to help conceptualize this often non understood concept. We used the chip method, the number line method and looked at some patterns. Here is the record sheet students filled out as they were exploring multiplying and dividing integers:
Today, we started thinking about multiplication and division of rational numbers by looking at them in word problems. Students were asked to work together to model the problem and solve it using numbers, pictures or diagrams
Here is the worksheet we used. I'm back!They also got to play another rousing game of grudgeball to review for their SWYK over adding and subtracting rational numbers (which they took today.) Starting next week, we will be discussing multiplying and dividing rational numbers. I apologize for not updating the blog the last couple weeks. I had to take a few days off for a professional development day and to travel to Kansas for my sister's wedding. :)
While I was gone, students continued practicing adding and subtracting rational numbers. They solved problems using Tenmarks and completed the following puzzle: |
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