Math by Riley
In Math 1 we are learning numerous exciting math skills. Recently we have been learning
about whole numbers. There are several ways to write whole numbers. One way is in standard
form. Standard form is how you usually see a number for example 7,216. Another way to write
numbers is expanded form. This way you write numbers one place value at a time, for example:
7,000+100+20+: if you take away the zeros you get the number in standard form. Word form is
the last one, it is when you just write the number in words for example: seven thousand, two
hundred , twenty-six. The next thing we have been learning about is decimals, such as adding
and subtracting them. This is just like adding and subtracting normal except after you are done
you drop down the decimal-point and you have to line up the decimal-points. Reading and
writing decimals is simple as well. Next we are learning it is important to only
say "and" when there is a decimal-point. In addition to that there is no "oneths'' place, you star at
tenths. We also learned about multiplying decimals, it too is just like multiplying regular except
you count the places behind the decimal then add them up, count out that many numbers and put
your decimal point there (add zeros if necessary). Finally we are learning about estimating.
One way to estimate is by compatible numbers. A compatible number is a number that is easy to
equate in your head such as 32 divided by 8. Another way to estimate is front-end estimation.
Front-end estimation is basically estimating the numbers in front of the decimal then behind, like
seeing if it is closer to 1 or 1/2 (50) or zero. The last way to estimate is by rounding. There, you
basically round the number up or down accordingly. As you can see from this blog, we are
learning many math skills in Math 1 and are excited to learn more!
about whole numbers. There are several ways to write whole numbers. One way is in standard
form. Standard form is how you usually see a number for example 7,216. Another way to write
numbers is expanded form. This way you write numbers one place value at a time, for example:
7,000+100+20+: if you take away the zeros you get the number in standard form. Word form is
the last one, it is when you just write the number in words for example: seven thousand, two
hundred , twenty-six. The next thing we have been learning about is decimals, such as adding
and subtracting them. This is just like adding and subtracting normal except after you are done
you drop down the decimal-point and you have to line up the decimal-points. Reading and
writing decimals is simple as well. Next we are learning it is important to only
say "and" when there is a decimal-point. In addition to that there is no "oneths'' place, you star at
tenths. We also learned about multiplying decimals, it too is just like multiplying regular except
you count the places behind the decimal then add them up, count out that many numbers and put
your decimal point there (add zeros if necessary). Finally we are learning about estimating.
One way to estimate is by compatible numbers. A compatible number is a number that is easy to
equate in your head such as 32 divided by 8. Another way to estimate is front-end estimation.
Front-end estimation is basically estimating the numbers in front of the decimal then behind, like
seeing if it is closer to 1 or 1/2 (50) or zero. The last way to estimate is by rounding. There, you
basically round the number up or down accordingly. As you can see from this blog, we are
learning many math skills in Math 1 and are excited to learn more!
Math by Hayden
In Math we are learning about Several Main Topics. For example, “Farkle.” This is a number game with addition and multiplication. Before a roll, you guess the amount if correct, you get points. Now if you get the opposite, you lose all of your points. Plus sometimes you can bonus points if you get all of one digit. It is a fun mathematical game that you will surely enjoy.
Organized notes are part of the main reason why she gives us test. She does this because she wants us to show her we are paying attention, participating and studying. She also uses nice and neat notes for examples for lower math classes. She sometimes uses them for the next year grades so they can understand stuff better. She is always giving us tips to remember and to memorize important facts. For example “GEMDAS”, this means Grouping, Exponents, Multiplication,Division, Addition and Subtraction. We are learning extraordinary things in Math!
We also have short quizzes. The reason is because Ms. Wilder is generous and doesn’t give us pop quizzes. She tells us beforehand so we are prepared but if you don’t study… Uh Oh! Ms. Wilder has also been teaching for 13 years. Plus, whenever you do have a test you have a review that well prepares you.
Organized notes are part of the main reason why she gives us test. She does this because she wants us to show her we are paying attention, participating and studying. She also uses nice and neat notes for examples for lower math classes. She sometimes uses them for the next year grades so they can understand stuff better. She is always giving us tips to remember and to memorize important facts. For example “GEMDAS”, this means Grouping, Exponents, Multiplication,Division, Addition and Subtraction. We are learning extraordinary things in Math!
We also have short quizzes. The reason is because Ms. Wilder is generous and doesn’t give us pop quizzes. She tells us beforehand so we are prepared but if you don’t study… Uh Oh! Ms. Wilder has also been teaching for 13 years. Plus, whenever you do have a test you have a review that well prepares you.
Math by Stephen
In Math class, taught by Ms. Wilder, we learn several things about real numbers and estimating. First I would like to tell you a little about my teacher Ms. Wilder. Ms. Wilder has been teaching at St Joseph for 13 years. She teaches 6th grade and also teaches Literature and Religion besides Math. She is very kind and a very thoughtful teacher and is eager to help any student in need. We have been working on estimating, clustering and real numbers, and just started working on multiplying, subtracting, and adding decimals. The first thing we learned, was if a number was rational or irrational. After that we took a big test on rational and irrational numbers. We also made a chart to help us, and that’s all the fun stuff we have learned in Math class, thanks to our teacher Ms. Wilder.
Math by Gillian M.
Math
We are learning a lot of things in math. In fact we have a test on properties every Friday until all of us in math 2 do well on it. The very first thing we learned in math were the types of numbers. The kinds of numbers we learned were real, whole, rational, irrational, fractions/decimals, and integers. We all took a lot of notes on them. We even made a number chart that was pretty big. The next thing we learned was T-charts. They were pretty easy to learn to me. We learned about rounding with T-charts, which was really easy. We learned about Front-end estimation, which was also pretty simple. We also learned about clustering and compatible numbers, those were a little challenging but not bad. Ms. Wilder teaches both math 1 and 2. We take a lot of notes, not just a little bit. She gives us at least 15 minutes of homework a day. Even though math can be a bit challenging, it is still pretty fun.
We are learning a lot of things in math. In fact we have a test on properties every Friday until all of us in math 2 do well on it. The very first thing we learned in math were the types of numbers. The kinds of numbers we learned were real, whole, rational, irrational, fractions/decimals, and integers. We all took a lot of notes on them. We even made a number chart that was pretty big. The next thing we learned was T-charts. They were pretty easy to learn to me. We learned about rounding with T-charts, which was really easy. We learned about Front-end estimation, which was also pretty simple. We also learned about clustering and compatible numbers, those were a little challenging but not bad. Ms. Wilder teaches both math 1 and 2. We take a lot of notes, not just a little bit. She gives us at least 15 minutes of homework a day. Even though math can be a bit challenging, it is still pretty fun.
Math 1 by Kelly N.
Hi! Welcome to Math 1! Here, we learn all the fun things that have to do with math. Now, where should I get started? Yes! Decimals first. In Math 1, we are learning how to multiply, divide, add, and subtract decimals. Multiplying decimals is fun, fun, fun! I never know that we don't have to align decimals when multiplying! We're just getting started on dividing decimals. Now, about types of numbers and properties. For types of numbers; we studied Real numbers, Rational and Irrational numbers, Integers, Whole, and Natural numbers. Natural numbers starts with 1,2,3...., while whole numbers starts with 0,1,2,3.... Properties! The algebra properties are amazing. They are like brain teasers!
CPA (commutative property of addition)
Example: a + b = b +a
CPM (commutative property of multipulcation)
Example: a x b = b x a
APA (associative property of addition)
Example: (a + b) + c = a + (b + c)
APM (associative property of multipulcation)
Example: (ab) c = a (bc)
IPA (identity property of addition)
Example: a + 0 =
IPM (identity property of multipulcation)
Example: a x 1 =
ZP (zero property)
Example: a x 0 =
DP (distributive property)
Example: a (b + c) = (a x b) + (a x c)
These math terms are pretty amazing! The quizs! So far, we have done the type of numbers quiz, the properties quiz, and the decimals quiz. Every Friday, we will do a little quiz to show what we have learned that week. This is all the splendid and superb lessons we've covered in Math 1 so far.
Hi! Welcome to Math 1! Here, we learn all the fun things that have to do with math. Now, where should I get started? Yes! Decimals first. In Math 1, we are learning how to multiply, divide, add, and subtract decimals. Multiplying decimals is fun, fun, fun! I never know that we don't have to align decimals when multiplying! We're just getting started on dividing decimals. Now, about types of numbers and properties. For types of numbers; we studied Real numbers, Rational and Irrational numbers, Integers, Whole, and Natural numbers. Natural numbers starts with 1,2,3...., while whole numbers starts with 0,1,2,3.... Properties! The algebra properties are amazing. They are like brain teasers!
CPA (commutative property of addition)
Example: a + b = b +a
CPM (commutative property of multipulcation)
Example: a x b = b x a
APA (associative property of addition)
Example: (a + b) + c = a + (b + c)
APM (associative property of multipulcation)
Example: (ab) c = a (bc)
IPA (identity property of addition)
Example: a + 0 =
IPM (identity property of multipulcation)
Example: a x 1 =
ZP (zero property)
Example: a x 0 =
DP (distributive property)
Example: a (b + c) = (a x b) + (a x c)
These math terms are pretty amazing! The quizs! So far, we have done the type of numbers quiz, the properties quiz, and the decimals quiz. Every Friday, we will do a little quiz to show what we have learned that week. This is all the splendid and superb lessons we've covered in Math 1 so far.
Michael S.
If you think Math is awesome, that’s going to be useful later because math is in almost everything. One of the most terrific things in math is averages because it is a cool way of finding the middle number. The average is the middle value in a set of data. An exciting thing about averages is that there are two different operations. Another awesome thing about math is there are so many things to measure. On a track field distance is very important. The circumference also known as pi, pi is also one of my favorite things I learned in math. A ruler is a useful way of measuring. Next, there are four types of operations. Division is amazing for its different set up. Multiplication is a fun operation to learn. Addition and subtraction is tremendous because when you use one it’s easy to check by using the other one. No matter where you go, there is math.
If you think Math is awesome, that’s going to be useful later because math is in almost everything. One of the most terrific things in math is averages because it is a cool way of finding the middle number. The average is the middle value in a set of data. An exciting thing about averages is that there are two different operations. Another awesome thing about math is there are so many things to measure. On a track field distance is very important. The circumference also known as pi, pi is also one of my favorite things I learned in math. A ruler is a useful way of measuring. Next, there are four types of operations. Division is amazing for its different set up. Multiplication is a fun operation to learn. Addition and subtraction is tremendous because when you use one it’s easy to check by using the other one. No matter where you go, there is math.
Math by Stephen
Do you like math, because I can teach you how to survive in sixth grade math. In this paragraph I will talk about decimals, story problems, and the different paces. Decimals are really hard when they are multiplication, but with a few simple steps like adding how many numbers are behind the decimal, then decimals will be a breeze for you. Addition and subtraction are easy, because all you have to do is the problem, and the decimal stays in the same spot. Story problems are in the middle of difficulty, sometimes hard, sometimes easy, but you can have a strategy and do it for the problem and you’ll do fine. Actually, even understanding the problem is sometimes a struggle. There are two different paces in math; there is a faster pace and an average pace. The paces are great because if you are struggling you can go down a pace, or, if you want to have more of a challenge, then you can move up a pace. Math for most people is exciting to learn.
Math by Louis
There are many subjects in school but right now we are learning five things in math. One is called multiplication. Multiplication is related to addition because the ending answer will always be higher. The sign for multiplication is x. Another type of math is subtraction. One way you can tell you're problem is subtraction is that the sign is a -. Second it is that it always is related to division. Third is that your answer will always be lower than it was before. Division is another topic we are learning in class. The sign for division is a slash that has one dot on the top and bottom of the slash. Division answer will always become smaller in the outcome. My favorite topic in math would have to be addition because it is so easy. One way you can tell your problem is math is the sign is a +. Addition is related to multiplication and your answer will always higher then it started. Last but not least is fractions. The top number of fractions is called a numerator and the bottom number is called a denominator. In the middle is a line separating the two. That's why math is so amazing.