Data, data, everywhere!

Good evening 3rd grade families!

This coming Friday will mark the end of our unit on data.  However, I will continue to review data throughout the year.  Dot plots, pictographs, and bar graphs have all been the topic of conversation in my room this last week.  I posted pictures of my two math classes participating in a fitness test, and then using data sheets to make a bar graph.  Our next step will be to compile all of our data and share it with Coach Polasek! 

I've really enjoyed teaching this unit, and I think that my students have enjoyed it as well.  I've postponed the unit assessment for data until October 25th.  We will review on the 24th, and then take our test on the 25th.  There were many factors that influenced my decision, but mainly because the 3rd grade play is on Tuesday, and we have two learning checks this week (one for math, one for science).  The next unit will begin on the 25th, after our test, and it will be on multiplication. 

I remember when I was in school (probably 3rd or 4th grade), and had to learn my multiplication facts.  I struggled to memorize them, and I couldn't for the life of me memorize the 8's and 9's.  No matter how many songs or rhymes the teacher taught me, I could not commit it to memory.  It took time and a lot of patience from both my parents and my teacher, but I finally mastered them! 
I know there will be students who will struggle with the concept of multiplication, and there will be those that pick it up quickly.  No matter where they are on their learning journey, I will do my best to help them build confidence and guide them on their way. 

I hope you have a great weekend!

Warmly,

Mrs. Ebel

Upcoming Events:

October 18th 9:30 a.m. - 3rd grade play
October 31st - Book character dress-up day