War Dance Math

The war in northern Uganda has affected many people. Almost 2 million people have been displaced and forced to live in camps for their protection. 2 million! Wow! Write out 2 million in numbers (place values).

Each month, The Patongo School closes when the United Nations delivers food to the 60 000 people in the camp. What does the 6 represent? Can you compare 60 000 to another population closer to home?

Can you write out the following number in English?
123 456

Variables! Oh My!

Write a word problem for the following equation. Solve the equation and verify the right answer following your problem.

4 + n = 36

Darfur is Dying

Visit this website: http://www.darfurisdying.com/

Play the video game and do some research on the conflict happening in Darfur, a region in Sudan. What are some things we can do as a class to help reduce the affects of poverty and war on people throughout the world?

Please proofread your answers. Use paragraphs, capitals and other conventions that are part of good reading.

International Day of Climate Action

Kellen & His New Friend!

Recently, Kellen made a new friend, Ned. Ned lives in the Rocky Mountains in Alberta. Say "Hi Ned".

Kellen is 3 years older than Ned.
a) Write an expression for Kellen's age.
b) Kellen is 10 years old. Write an equation that compares Kellen's age with Ned's age.
c) Solve the equation to calculate the age of Ned

School Killing Creativity

Watch the following movie. Do you agree that school is killing creativity? Explain why in full sentences that have been proofread.

Cool Pattern Game

Try cracking some of these codes:

Triangle Fun!

Take a look at the pattern to the right. What's happening? Create a chart and mathematical expression that explains what is happening. Without using a chart, how many sides would figure 73 have?

Take a look around your house. Do you see any patterns that can be expressed as a chart and mathematical expression?