Addition and Subtraction

We have been working diligently on the addition and subtraction unit.  Two of the goals of third grade mathematics are to become flexible thinkers and use the most efficient strategies for the problem at hand.   Here is a link to a page that shows several different ways of solving the same problem.  Thus far, we have stayed away from using the traditional algorithm for solving addition problems because often children can plug the numbers in and solve it, but don't really understand the value of the digits they are adding. This fundamental understanding of place value is critical for all future math concepts.  Our ultimate goal, when the children are secure in their understanding of place value, will be to use the traditional algorithm as it is the most efficient method.  As we move into subtraction, we will be using a similar variety of strategies to use place value to solve problems.

Field trip to Plimouth Plantation

What an amazing fall day for our trip to Plimouth Plantation!  We had a wonderful time imagining what it was like in the 1620's.  Here are some memories to share with your children.  Ask them to give you details of the trip.

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

Thank you to the PCC for funding this terrific field trip.

Imagining what it was like

We have been learning about what life was like in the Wampanoag tribe.  This week we created models of a Wetu, a typical summer dwelling for the tribe.  Ask your child what the natives used to make theirs, and how we recreated them in our models.

 

We will be finishing our study of the Wampanoag this week, and moving on to the Pilgrims next week.  We are excitedly awaiting our trip to Plimouth Plantation at the end of this month.