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Multiplying fractions

Today we started a new unit on multiplying fractions.

How to estimate

Today’s class lesson focused on two ways to estimate: rounding and using compatible numbers.

Dividing with decimals: example

In today’s lesson we reviewed how to work with decimal division, particularly how to read a word problem. Remember to read the problem three times, asking three different questions: 1. What is this story about? 2. What do I know? 3. What do I need to find out?

Snapshot answer key

Hello! Click on the link below to see a copy of the snapshot answer key for your corrections.

Representing division of decimals

Today lesson examined how we can represent division of decimals in words and pictures.

Dividing decimals

We began a new topic today, learning how to divide decimals using the skills we already have.

Decimals and money

Dollars and cents are one of the ways we use decimals frequently. Our lesson today focused on quarters and dollars. 😊

Today’s decimal station on Brainpop

Hi! For Stations today, please click this link and complete two exercises on this BrainPop page: BrainPop: Decimals – BrainPOP

Problem of the day: subtracting fractions with unlike denominators

In class today we reviewed how to subtract fractions with unlike denominators. We paid particular attention to separating our solution (the expression) and our workings (calculations).

Using tables to understand decimals

Our lesson today used data tables and connected them to the skill of working with decimals. We also looked at kilometers and meters as part of our measurement systems.