Decimal Addition Practice: Build a Custom Snowman
A fun an engaging way to learn decimal math! Students will spend the session designing their own snowman using a provided shopping list and outline. They will add and subtract decimals to show how they spent their budget.
AJ Crocker
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(45)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Learner progress will be assessed during the independent portion of this class, when students are working on their Snowman shopping list. Final outcome will be assessed at the end of class with the final project.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 6
We will begin class with an introduction to the math activity. We will quickly review strategies for adding and subtracting decimals, then we will look at some sample snowmen to brainstorm how we might spend our allotted budget. Students will have 15 minutes to design their Squishmallow, with support from the teacher to check their math and ensure they are accurately adding and subtracting their decimals. Finally, we will share our projects and show our mathematical thinking. We will wrap up with a quick review of the math skills learned and say goodbye!
Learning Goals
Students will improve their ability to add and subtract decimals to the hundredths place.Student will review place value to the hundredths, get reminders to neatly align their decimals when adding and subtracting
Other Details
Supply List
A 2 page handout will be provided in PDF form and should be printed prior to taking class for best results. The math and activity can be duplicated on a blank sheet of paper, but it is best to have the PDF.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A1)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
You will be sent a PDF of the pages needed for this activity in advance, and will need to be printed prior to the session.
Joined April, 2023
4.9
45reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Teachers College, Columbia University
Certificate in Elementary Education
5 years as a 5th grade teacher
M.S. Teaching & Learning
M.A. International Education
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Live One-Time Class
$11
per classMeets once
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
4-10 learners per class
