Last week was my first opportunity this year to begin working with the third grade gifted math students. On our second day together, we took some time to talk about what advanced math students do. We focused on communicating and problem solving. And who doesn't like to practice those skills with a little candy?! Students were paired up to try and "save Fred," the gummy worm whose "boat" has capsized in the ocean. I love using this activity to kick off third grade math because of the necessity to work learn to work with a partner in order to be successful and for students to struggle and begin to build their perseverance for challenging tasks. This year, amazingly, all four groups were successful in performing this hard task in helping Fred get his life jacket on and saving his life (just don't tell Fred we then celebrated by eating is brothers and sisters!) We spent an important AND fun day building community and a culture of learning. We are off to a great start! (PS. For more pictures, go to the photo page of the website to see more of the excitement!)
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