Third Grade Math

3^rd grade MATH:

We are entering our 4^th week of Math class and are starting to establish routines. Daily warm-ups consist of knowing the date (written 2 ways), knowing how many days of school there are, routine “count-by” and looking at number patterns. We continue to discuss key math vocabulary (digits, numbers, addition, sum, value, place value, etc.) as well as practice developing fluidity with all our sight facts. (There are 45 of them for addition/subtraction). We are also working hard on developing math class expectations for being safe, respectful and responsible.

You may have noticed that I assign very little math homework. This is by design. When I do assign math homework, I really want students to complete it independently. I want to know what they can be independent in, and what concepts do I need to do more explicit teaching. If your family routine involves daily math homework, please feel free to practice facts by playing a math game with a deck of cards. Periodically ask your child “how do you know that sum is larger than mine?” if you are playing addition “top-it” (aka “war”). Listen for a reasonable explanation.

If you have questions, please feel free to contact me. Email works best. acarter@u32.org

Sincerely,

Anne Carter