This week, we're looking at two graph types; the dot plot graph and column graph. Below you'll see our first steps in creating dot plot graphs, then our work on column graphs.
As this is the first step in creating a dot plot graph, we drew the dots from bottom to top (this also helped us understand how a column graph is constructed, too). We were each given a small box of Skittles to graph. After creating a tally table, we used that data to construct a dot plot graph.
The next day, we constructed a column graph using just one box of Skittles. Same scenario as yesterday - collect data, place it in a tally table and this time create a column graph. After we completed our column graphs, we converted the 2D column graphs into a 3D column graph in Minecraft.
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This week, we've been looking at how to reflect, rotate and translate polygons.
We had a hands-on lesson on equivalent fractions this week. We observed how eighths, quarters, halves and a whole can all be expressed equivalently. We then "tidied up" in the yummiest way possible.
We have been looking at how to add and subtract fractions using the butterfly method. Check out some of our 'how to' samples below demonstrating how to use the butterfly method.
This week, we're working on probability in maths. Theory and introduction aside, we looked at the mathematics involved in pulling out a single card from a collection of eight cards, as well as rolling a ten sided die to see what the chances were to roll a three, five or another number.
After that, we split into pairs and were handed a bag with twenty Skittles in it. Each bag had a random collection of colours. We looked at what colours we had and discussed with our buddy what the chances would be to select each colour. Next, we closed our eyes and randomly selected a Skittle from our bag to see if we picked a Skittle that had a high chance of being selected, low chance, 50:50, or something in between. We took notes on our selections as well. Afterwards, we got to eat the Skittles so we didn't have a lot to pack away. Mathematical Skittles are best Skittles! |
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