In this 3rd-grade math activity, students will use three colors and design a pattern in a 5 x 5 grid. They will then determine the fractions of each color. At the bottom of the sheet, students will find fractions from a group of animals and flying machines.
This is a pretty cool 3d animation comparing the different depths of water bodies all the way down to the Marianas Trench. This would be a cool video to show during lessons in oceanography or when discussing plate tectonics.
I use this elementary math activity to reinforce the concept of fractions of items. In this case, the items or objects are the letters in their name. First students will write their first and last names inside a decorative border. Next, they count how many letters total, how many vowels and consonants their names contain, and how many letters are the same as the first letter in their names. They will then create fractions based on their answers. This is also an activity to subtly or not so subtly build self-esteem.
This fractions worksheet is designed to reinforce the concept that fractions are shapes or objects divided into equal parts or pieces. Students are first asked what each part of a divided shape is equal to. Then they have to make a fraction based on the shaded area. Next students are presented with shapes that are divided into 1/5 and have to decide whether or not the shape was evenly divided. Finally, they are given 2-word problems designed to make a student think about what each part of a divided shape or object actually means.
In this worksheet, students will look at shapes and determine whether or not they have been divided equally. Students will also have a chance to divide shapes into equal parts.
Analyze the character traits of different types of animated dogs in Pixar's "Dug's Special Mission." Students will love this discussion.
Analyze character traits using the video short, "Geri's Game." Students will get a kick out of it and discuss Geri's character traits.
Use the video short "Lifted" to analyze character traits and how characters can change over time.
Discuss character traits by analyzing this video about animated animals crossing a bridge. Very fun and relevant to the discussion.
Use this video to discuss the character traits of animated birds. This is fun to show and discuss with elementary students.