Math Update

Our second graders are in the middle of their study of geometry including measuring in centimeters and inches as well as building and identifying 2D and 3D shapes ( triangle, square, rectangle, quadrilateral, pentagon, hexagon, cube, pyramid, rectangular prism, cone and cylinder).  We were able to explore these shapes in  fun ways…. with marshmallows and by playing geobands (just like the game Headbandz but with geometric shapes)!!!

 

Here are a few apps that would provide optional practice at home (click on name for link to app):

GEOBOARD APP

GEOMETRY 4 KIDS APP

MONTESSORI GEOMETRY APP

Geometric Shapes

Our second graders are in the middle of their study of geometry including measuring in centimeters and inches as well as building and identifying 2D and 3D shapes ( triangle, square, rectangle, quadrilateral, pentagon, hexagon, cube, pyramid, rectangular prism, cone and cylinder).  Last week we explored these shapes in a fun way…. with marshmallows!!!

Here are a few apps that would provide practice for your child in this area (click on name for link to app):

GEOBOARD APP

GEOMETRY 4 KIDS APP

MONTESSORI GEOMETRY APP

Math Update!!!

This week we started a new math unit.. YEAH!    We will be using new tools, rulers, to help us measure line segments, draw shapes and solve for perimeter ( distance around a shape).    Our main focus will be describing shapes by their name, the numbers of angles and the number of sides that they have.  We will also be investigating 3-Dimensional shapes and using BIG geometry terms such as, faces, prism and area.     We are SUPER excited about our measurement study!!!!   Here is a copy of the most recent parent letter:

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