When people are asked what they wish they learned in school, Financial Literacy is always near the top of the list. Whether it’s saving, investing, mortgages and loans, making and following a budget,...
We are learning about concrete graphs – making graphs by lining up real objects. We started by using graphing mats and sorting toys by colour. Try it at home: In a laundry basket, gather...
For this activity you will need: one large bowl, a big cup, a small cup, a small cooking pot, beans/rice/flour, and a cookie tray to keep the beans from rolling on the table. Pour...
Try out some of these great games for some extra measurement practice!
Mrs. Bacchus wants to write a note to Mrs. Stanca. I have a lot to say. Which paper should I use? Why?
We are learning to compare the masses of objects, using words such as heavier, lighter, and the same mass. Play “Which Object Is Heavier?” with your child: • Each player chooses an object (e.g.,...
We are learning about Measurement. Watch the video below to see Mrs. Bacchus talk about 4 important rules for measuring length (how long something is). Talk about the pictures below. What do you notice?
Measure objects around the house with your shoe. How many shoes long is the bathtub? The carpet? The hallway? Write down the numbers and compare. Which one is the longest or the shortest?
Look around the house for 3D solids and 2D shapes and try to stretch and write down the objects and shapes names (or their first letter).
We are finishing up with 2D shapes and 3D solids. Look at the picture below with your child. How many of the shapes can they name? (You may need to cover the names.) Say:...
