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Archived: Helping Your Child Learn Math: Activities-Math in the Home - 1 views

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Measurement 2nd grade 3rd grade 4th grade

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      CCSS.Math.Content.3.MD.A.2
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      Measure and estimate liquid volumes and masses of objects using standard units of grams (g), kilograms (kg), and liters (l).1 Add, subtract, multiply, or divide to solve one-step word problems involving masses or volumes that are given in the same units, e.g., by using drawings (such as a beaker with a measurement scale) to represent the problem.2
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      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      Activity is great to add real world context to ELL and low English speaking students. Provides a real world context for students to start thinking about measurement in. Brings items from the household into the classroom. Extend the activity by introducing the concept of adding two different measurements (1/4 + 3/4) together to make one whole.
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      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      CCSS.Math.Content.4.MD.A.2 Use the four operations to solve word problems involving distances, intervals of time, liquid volumes, masses of objects, and money, including problems involving simple fractions or decimals, and problems that require expressing measurements given in a larger unit in terms of a smaller unit. Represent measurement quantities using diagrams such as number line diagrams that feature a measurement scale
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    Use measurement cups and ingrediants to help students understand concepts of measurement.
Andrew Todd

Math Tub Fun - 1 views

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Measurement 1st grade 2nd grade 3rd grade

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      CCSS.Math.Content.1.MD.A.2 Express the length of an object as a whole number of length units, by laying multiple copies of a shorter object (the length unit) end to end; understand that the length measurement of an object is the number of same-size length units that span it with no gaps or overlaps.
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      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      This activity is great for all learners because it takes an abstract concept like mass (weight) and provides a visual for students to think about, in terms of 1 crayon equals 2 erasers in mass, or 2 crayons equal 1 pencil in length). It provides opportunities for ELL and low English speaking students to work with measurement on terms they are familiar with. It could be extended by switching to standard units of measurement such as inches, centimeters, or grams.
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      Andrew Todd on 02 Feb 13
       
      CCSS.Math.Content.3.MD.A.2 Measure and estimate liquid volumes and masses of objects using standard units of grams (g), kilograms (kg), and liters (l).1 Add, subtract, multiply, or divide to solve one-step word problems involving masses or volumes that are given in the same units, e.g., by using drawings (such as a beaker with a measurement scale) to represent the problem.
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    Student practice estimating weight and measurement. Students learn to compare different objects and record their weights based on ratios. For example, I crayon euqals 2 erasers (in terms of weight) or 2 crayons equals 1 colored pencil in terms of length.
Mary Miller

Lesson Plans: "Measure Hunt" 2nd Grade (Elementary, Mathematics) - 1 views

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  • "Measure Hunt"
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      2.MD.1 Measure the length of an object by selecting and using appropriate tools such as rulers, yardsticks, meter sticks, and measuring tapes.
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      I really like the idea of the measure hunt because it gives the students a fun activity to move around with and explore the classroom.  Also, ability level doesn't really play a large part in this activity because the emphasis is on practicing measuring, not just doing it right the first time.  This gives struggling students a chance to practice their measuring skills in order to cement this knowledge in their minds.
Caitlin Ridley

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math Grade 1 measurement data Grade 2

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      C.C. Standards: 1.MD.2, 1.MD.4, 2.MD.1, 2.MD.9, 2.MD.10
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      Caitlin Ridley on 30 Jan 13
       
      Expansion: As kicked balls could take a lot of time to measure, students could throw bean bags or jump.  For jumping they could work in pairs to measure each other's jumps and then report the data. 
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      Caitlin Ridley on 30 Jan 13
       
      ESL: Physical and visual aids in learning measurement will help ESL students retain measurement information. 
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    "In first grade, students are developing their graphing skills. They're learning how to record, organize, and show data. Of course, all of that can get a little dry. To spice it up, form your own Olympics committee and host The Games, right in your own backyard! Appoint your child statistician, and collecting data and showing the results on a graph will be serious fun! Let the games begin!"
  • Susie Beesley on 05 Feb 13
     
    In class I will share an AIMS version of some Olympic games for estimating and measuring that use a cotton ball shot put, straw javelin, and paper plate discus to practice these skills.
Mary Miller

Engage Your 5th Grade Traveler! | Education.com - 1 views

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Grade 5 Grade 6 measurement maps travel speed distance

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      5.MD.1 Convert among different-sized standard measurement units within a given measurement system (e.g., convert 5 cm to 0.05 m), and use these conversions in solving multi-step, real world problems.
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      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      Although I really like how this activity involves all aspects of trip planning, it could be adapted for less-advanced students by simply having them measure rather than calculate out travel time.  Students could still come up with the total distance, but travel time could be turned into a group activity that the class and teacher solve together until students become more confident in their abilities.
  • Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
     
    A more advanced activity which uses maps and measurements and incorporates multiplication and calculation of travel time.  This activity is a great application of real-world skills!
Maria Watson

One Inch Scavenger Hunt | Fuel the Brain Printables - 1 views

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Grade 1 Math Measurement

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      MA.1.5.1 2000 Measure the length of objects by repeating a nonstandard unit or a standard unit. MA.1.5.4 2000 Measure and estimate the length of an object to the nearest inch and centimeter. Extension: Students in the upper-level grades can practice measuring and conversion.  The teacher can change the scavenger hunt from finding objects 1 inch or under to finding objects 12 inches or less.  Students can then measure items under 12 inches and convert the measurements to the metric units. Adaptations: ELL students can label the object found in Spanish and English or if they do not know the name of an object in English, ,they can write it in Spanish and use a Spanish/English dictionary to translate. 
Maria Watson

Measurement Tic-Tac-Toe | Fuel the Brain Printables - 1 views

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Grade 2 Math Measurement

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      MA.2.5.1 2000 Measure and estimate the length to the nearest inch, foot, yard, centimeters, and meters  MA.2.5.2 2000 Describe the relationships among inch, foot, and yard. Describe the relationship between centimeter and meter. Extension:  Before starting this activity, the teacher can teach a mini-lesson about the relationships between the different spaces on the tic-tac-toe board.  The teacher can go over different size objects that represent each of the measurement unit spaces on the board.  The teacher can use this time to teach about the relationship in size of different objects.   Adaptations: pictures of each unit of measurement can be copied onto the board.  For example, for the feet space, a picture of a table being measured in feet could show them that a foot (ft) is taller than a crayon, for example 
Andrew Todd

Dinosaur Drawings - 1 views

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math measurement Grade K Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3

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  • measurements in this artful activity to make drawings that can help with perspective and understanding. Ant Rulers Grades 3-6 Summary: A fun and creative way for students to learn how to
Mary Miller

Illuminations: Amazing Attributes - 1 views

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math Grade 1 Grade K Grade 2

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  • Properties Everywhere
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      If students are having trouble coming up with categories to classify the objects under, the teacher could offer suggestions or lead a group brainstorming activity to help the children think of something.  Like most group activities, I believe this activity naturally incorporates all learners and takes advantage of the group setting in order for students to learn from one another, not just the teacher.
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      K.MD.3 Classify objects into given categories; count the numbers of objects in each category and sort the categories by count.
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      K.MD.2 Directly compare two objects with a measurable attribute in common, to see which object has "more of" or "less of" the attribute, and describe the difference. For example, directly compare the heights of two children and describe one child as taller/shorter.
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      K.MD.1 Describe measurable attributes of objects, such as length or weight. Describe several measurable attributes of a single object.
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    Students use different sorting rules to analyze data and make representational graphs to show their findings.
Mary Miller

Classroom Magic: Are Mittens Warm? - 0 views

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Grade 3 Grade 2 temperature Science Engineering and Technology making predictions mittens thermometer

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      This lesson could be extended in all sorts of directions, depending on what stage the children are in their learning.  For example, you could tie the lesson into other sorts of measurement and have students estimate how much the mitten can stretch. This lesson can be adapted for more accelerated students by allowing them to experiment with different mittens and gloves to see which is the most efficient at holding heat. 2.NS.3=Generate questions and make observations about natural processes. 2.NS.5=Discuss observations with peers and be able to support your conclusion with evidence.
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      5.4.2 Investigate the purpose of prototypes and models when designing a solution to a problem and how limitations in cost and design features might affect their construction.
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      Students could also extend the activity to see how different types of gloves and mittens hold heat, thereby deciding which is the most efficient.
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      2.4.3 Identify a need and design a simple tool to meet that need.
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    This is a fun lesson that connects literature to science and allows students to think about temperature in a new way.  The lesson involve measuring the temperature of the room, an empty mitten, and a mitten with a hand in it.  Most children will be surprised to find out that the mitten itself is not warm, but mittens keep your hands warm because they insulate your body temperature.
Maria Watson

How to Make a 3D Square Out of Paper - 1 views

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Grade 6 Math geometry

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      MA.6.5.7 2000 Construct a cube and rectangular box from two-dimensional patterns and use these patterns to compute the surface area of the objects. MA.6.5.1 2000 Select and apply appropriate standard units and tools to measure length, area, volume, weight, time, temperature, and the size of angles. MA.6.5.2 2000 Extension: After cubes are made, students can decorate them as they please and they will be hung from the ceiling the following day. Before the cubes are hung, the teacher can review lessons on correct units to use when measuring the volume, area, and various shapes on the planes of the cube.    Adaption: Print directions bi-lingually for ELL students and allow students to write the correct units of measure on their cubes to help them remember. 
  • Susie Beesley on 05 Feb 13
     
    My sixth graders enjoyed making origami shapes. In addition to the math concepts it helped with reading and following directions. We used to recycle greeting cards to make boxes as well. It can be a little harder to make the folds, but it was a good use of resources.
Andrew Todd

Make Your Own Fossils | Activity | Education.com - 1 views

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Life Science Earth Space 3rd grade classification fossils rocks and minerals

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      Standard: 3.NS.2 Identify fossils and describe how they provide evidence about the plants and animals that lived long ago and the nature of their environment at that time.
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      Extension: Students could create an fossil then research that prehistoric animal. Students could find out when they lived, how common the fossils are, and how they became extinct.
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      Andrew Todd on 15 Feb 13
       
      Adaptation: Students could work together in groups to make fossils if resources were limited. Students might make their own fossils, but then work in groups for the research component. This way the ELL and lower English speaking students could handle the research part of the activity.
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    Fossils are created when something is preserved over many years resulting in an impression or outline in or on a rock. Some fossils are over a million years old! In this fun activity, kids learn how to make fossils of their own, and get lots measurement and fine motor skills practice along the way.
  • Susie Beesley on 21 Feb 13
     
    I do a similar activity with store bought Play Doh, but these look more authentic and I like the practice with measurement.
Andrew Todd

Jack and the Beanstalk - Plant a Bean and Watch it Grow - 0 views

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Life Kindergarten 1st grade 2nd grade 3rd grade plants measurement observation communication

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      K.NS.3 - Observe living organisms, compare and contrast their characteristics, and ask questions about them
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      1.NS.3 - Describe objects in terms of the materials that compose them and in terms of their physical properties
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      2.NS.3 - Observe, ask questions about and describe how organisms change their forms and behaviors during their life cycles
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      3.NS.3 - Observe, describe and ask questions about plant growth and development
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      Adaptation - This project could be adapted to fit kindergarten through third grade classes as it deals with a central theme throughout the grade levels, which is observation of a living organism with greater depth progressing through the years.
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      Extension: Older students could use this opportunity to practice making lab reports for fourth grade. Students could be introduced to the steps of the scientific process. This would incorporate writing as well as the use of science and technology if any part of the report is completed on the computer.
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    Students will plant seeds, watch them grow, measure them with nonstandard objects. In addition, students will describe the bean's growth in a journal and record the growth on a calendar.
Mary Miller

Lesson Plans: Geometric Origami (3-5, Mathematics) - 1 views

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mathematics Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 geometry estimation volume

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      5.MD.3 Recognize volume as an attribute of solid figures and understand concepts of volume measurement.
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      5.MD.4 Measure volumes by counting unit cubes, using cubic cm, cubic in, cubic ft, and improvised units.
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      4.MD.3 Apply the area and perimeter formulas for rectangles in real world and mathematical problems.
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      Mary Miller on 01 Feb 13
       
      As a child, I loved making origami, and I think origami lends itself naturally to studying geometry, so I love the idea of turning making origami into a math lesson. This is a really good whole-group activity because it allows everyone to follow along and be interested in what is going on.  It is especially nice for ELLs because by seeing you work on your box simultaneously through the projector, these students are not as restricted by the language barrier.
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    The students use card stock to fold origami shapes and make a box, and they will then estimate the volume of the box.  They will test their hypotheses by counting how many marbles, etc. fit in the box after it is complete.  The lesson also incorporates identification of geometric shapes.
Mary Miller

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math graphing math games Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 2

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  • it teaches students how to use acartesian planeand understand how to use co-ordinates on a grid.
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      This activity could be made more difficult by adding negative numbers and turning it into an actual plane (x and y axes).  For example, points would be identified as (-3,4) rather than A2
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      5.MD.3 Recognize volume as an attribute of solid figures and understand concepts of volume measurement. a. A cube with side length 1 unit, called a "unit cube," is said to have "one cubic unit" of volume, and can be used to measure volume. b. A solid figure which can be packed without gaps or overlaps using n unit cubes is said to have a volume of n cubic units.
  • Mary Miller on 31 Jan 13
     
    This activity is really great at reinforcing how to graph on an x and y axis.  It forms the foundations of charting numbers.
Caitlin Ridley

Make a Shadow Clock! | Activity | Education.com - 1 views

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Grade K science earth science night and day

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      Standard: K.2.1
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      Expansion: have student record observations in a notebook.  For Kindergarten, students could do so via observational drawings. 
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      ESL: Done in pairs, this could be a cooperative learning process that will familiarize ESL students with observational techniques and discussion.  
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    Your first grader probably doesn't know that before we had watches and clocks, people used shadows to tell time! These "shadow clocks" were called sundials, and used the measurement of the shadows to tell what time it was. Introduce your child to the science of sundials by making your own shadow clock. It's a fun way to play with shadows, and will help improve her time-telling skills, too!
Mary Miller

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Grade 5 estimation math Grade 4

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  • Every Breath You Take
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      This website is the best one I found for reliable quality and well-constructed lesson plans!  I am looking forward to exploring it some more.
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      1.NBT.1 Count to 120, starting at any number less than 120. In this range, read and write numerals and represent a number of objects with a written numeral.
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      3.MD.1 Tell and write time to the nearest minute and measure time intervals in minutes. Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of time intervals in minutes, e.g., by representing the problem on a number line diagram.
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      This activity lends itself naturally to children who may not grasp the concept very well because it allows them to work in groups.  Heterogeneous grouping for this activity would allow everyone to work together in a fun, non-competitive environment.  The worksheet could be adapted for ELLs by including pictures or changing the wording to simpler words.  I found the wording of the activity sheet to be a little advanced for the age group in general, so ELLs would have particular trouble with it.  Also, it never hurts to read the activity sheet aloud before asking the studnets to fill it out.
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    Students count the number of breaths taken in a given amount of time to make predictions.
Andrew Todd

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Mean Median Mode Range 6th grade

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      CCSS.Math.Content.6.SP.B.5c Giving quantitative measures of center (median and/or mean) and variability (interquartile range and/or mean absolute deviation), as well as describing any overall pattern and any striking deviations from the overall pattern with reference to the context in which the data were gathered.
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      Andrew Todd on 01 Feb 13
       
      Card games provide opportunities for the whole class to practice this skill at the same time. ELL and low performing students benefit from the cooperation factor and the repeated math facts needed to add the values together.
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    Card game to teach mean, median, mode, and range.
Andrew Todd

Education World: Candy Colors: Figuring the Mean, Median, and Mode - 1 views

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Mean Median Mode Range 6th grade

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      CCSS.Math.Content.6.SP.B.5c Giving quantitative measures of center (median and/or mean) and variability (interquartile range and/or mean absolute deviation), as well as describing any overall pattern and any striking deviations from the overall pattern with reference to the context in which the data were gathered.
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      Andrew Todd on 01 Feb 13
       
      Students get to practice collecting data, making graphs, and finding mean, median, mode, and range all in a fun activity involving candy and group work. The activity only calls for students to find mean, median, mode, and range. Extend the activity by having students write hypotheses, conclusions, and by making graphs to display data.
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    Survey types of candy in class. Students get practice collecting data, making graphs, and finding mean, median, mode, range.
Caitlin Ridley

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Math Grade K Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Measurement Fractions Addition Subtraction

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    Development of fine and gross motor skills and incorporating nature with art in order to have a better perspective and understanding.
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