This is a compiled Google Doc of 18 warm-ups- usually 4 problems (but ranges 1-4)- with which to start off your math block. They're meant to be a quick formative assessment on student understanding of already covered material. There are four 'copies' to a page to save on printing. Just FYI, I like to use*all* of the multiplication symbols (x • *), so you can change those to your preference. Material covered: Division Word Problems Fraction (and Mixed Number) Ops Decimal Ops Order of Operation
This resource is aimed at increasing engagement during your decimal operations unit. Students randomly draw an occupation before they begin. They then use the given monthly salary (based on the average salary in North Carolina before taxes...) to determine what they can afford. Some kids will be able to afford the best of everything. Some will have to make some hard choices! Prices are based on current averages and actual costs in our area (Asheville, North Carolina). Obviously, things might
Students get to have fun creating a fun design in the 10x10 square- but then they have to do the math! For each color, they need to record the equivalent value as a decimal, fraction (including simplest form), and percent.
5th - 6th
Decimals, Fractions, Math
CCSS
6.RP.A.3c
, MP4
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About the store
Experience
I am in my twelfth year teaching at an independent school in Asheville, NC.
Teaching style
Whole class, small group, centers-- I switch it up to reach all learners... and maybe also deal with my own neurodivergence
Awards & shining teacher moments
SC Council for Social Studies- Outstanding Unit: Civic Engagement
School Teacher of the Year
Presenter- NC Council for Social Studies
My own education history
University of Virginia-- 2012, MT (Elementary Education)
2011, BA (Spanish)
Additional biographical information
I'm a bibliophile with an embroidery machine.
Co-owner of Camp Arrowhead in Tuxedo, NC
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