Practical Pre-Algebra

We have just finished a project in Pre-Algebra. Students made scales out of rulers and pencils to try to establish equations and inequalities to model the masses of different coins. This practical analogy for equations has helped them make sense of an otherwise abstract concept.

Flying Thingamajigs!

The 5th grade math team assembled in the Calvert School gym today to test their "Flying Thingamajigs". A Flying Thingamajig is made fom a single strip of paper and launched from a drinking straw. Everybody in the grade had three attempts to 'fly' the furthest distance. The winner was the proud recipient of a Calvert Frisbee and assorted other prizes. Overall all though math is the real winner!

The exercise will form the basis of a data collection and handling unit for the grade. Now it's back to the classroom to analyze the results.

Welcome Back to School

Welcome back everyone!

Grade 5 Review

Grade 5 Online Study Guide
Follow the above link to some more study guide material. You will need to type your name in the box at the top of the page. When you have finished answering any questions scroll to the bottom and click on "Check your work". You don't need to have completed all of the questions.

Remember to look at the Topical Videos on the My Calvert site for extra help. Good Luck!

Algebra - Chapters 1- 4 Reviews

Here are some reviews for chapters 1-4

Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4

Pre-Algebra - Chapter 4 Review

Try this review for Chapter 4.

Grade 6 Midterm - Review

Ome of you said that you were unsure about writing and using equations. This study guide has a selection of questions for you to try