Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Wednesday 3/10/2010

7th & 8th Grade General Science: Today in science students continued working with their partners on their body system presentations. Today was the final day of class time to finish up their presentations. We will begin presenting on Monday morning first thing!
Homework: Students can research their body system if they wish, in order to keep on the time schedule set in class. Presentations will begin next Monday.

7th Grade Math: Today in math, students began class using their flashmasters. Next, we introduced section 5.4 on dividing fractions. Reciprocals are the big concept we wanted students to grasp in today's lesson. After some instruction and practice problems, students were set free to work on section 5.4 practice problems.
Homework: Finish section 5.4 practice worksheet (odds) for Monday if they did not finish in class.

8th Grade Math: Today in math, students began class with a problem of the day. Students were then introduced to section 5.5 and dividing fractions. Reciprocals are the big concept for students to grasp in this lesson. After some instruction and some practice problems, students were given a worksheet to practice their skills.
Homework: Do the odds on Section 5.5 practice for Monday if they did not finish in class.