Place Value Review 4th-5th Grade

I've always found that anticipating going back after a long break is the hardest part! Once the day begins, I'm happy to be back in a routine and it's so much fun seeing my kiddos.

We actually had a great day and even managed to review routines while working on place value. I originally used this resource as a scoot activity but made some adjustments that worked well for my students. After a brief review, each student created a 7 digit number. There are 2 other options available using 5 or 6 digit numbers. 

I modeled the activity using my own number. Instead of printing the task cards, I projected them two at a time so we were all working on the same question. We answered each question using my number, and then each student completed the recording sheet using their own number. We answered 10 questions together and the discussions uncovered misconceptions that were quickly cleared up including even/odd and the value of a digit.

The second day I posted the questions to our Google Classroom. Students worked at their own pace and some worked together. Since they all had different numbers, there was good conversation. The remaining questions included computation that highlighted the importance of place value and vocabulary (sum, difference, expanded form).

We will definitely do this again as a station activity. You can find the resource in my TPT Store.

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Equivalent Fractions Winter Theme Activity for 4th-5th Grade

This is a fun activity to use with your class during the winter months. We review equivalent fractions throughout the year. I use this as a center activity. Students begin the activity by completing the planning sheet. I always have manipulatives available for this step. 

Here is an example...

 

Each fraction is written on a snowman's hat...and then the scarves are colored to show the equivalent fractions.

There is a second option where equivalent fractions are already filled in, and kiddos just color code the equivalent fractions.

Here is and example of the finished product.

This product is free January 4th - 5th. I hope that you can use it with your students. If you download the resource, please take a minute to leave feedback.

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