Mathematics

What to expect :

• Problem solving approach
• Hands-on Collaboration
• Frequent practice of mathematic skills using games and activities
• Focus: Flexible Thinking by finding multiple solutions to a problem and being able to explain their thinking to others.
• Mathematician’s Chair: Students explain and discuss their solutions with their peers.
• Number Talks: Discussion on strategies used to find solutions.

How you can be involved:

• Encourage your child to teach you the mathematic games learned in school.
• Have mathematical discussions with prompts such as…
  • “Why?”
  • “How do you know?”
  • “Tell me more”
  • “Explain that please”
  • “Convince me.”