Friday, September 11, 2015

Math Dyslexia




Malik often experience issues with mathematics. Somehow no matter how much he tries, he struggles with the multiplication tables. We have been studying the facts for years using flash cards, songs etc.

I am aware that he has a form of Dyslexia but never thought it crossed with his math until now. It is important for math to sound interesting to him. To effectively teach I have to, adopt new techniques.

This week he practiced his 3's time table. 















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Our Backyard Biology Lesson



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Thursday, September 3, 2015

Math Vocabulary





With Jaedan entering middle school this year I want to focus on math vocabulary. My plans are to spread the terms out over the course of the next few years as he works his way through Pre-Algebra. 

Vocabulary instruction is essential to effective math instruction. Not only does it include teaching math-specific terms such as "percent" or "decimal," but it also includes understanding the difference between the mathematical definition of a word and other definitions of that word.

You can find the above vocabulary cards here

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Happy First Day of College


When I see you....
When I see you, I see a combination of your father and I.
When I see you, I see our dreams for you coming true.
When I see you, I see hope for our next generation.
When I see you, I see strength and determination.
When I see you, I see our love manifested.

Wishing you much success on your new journey. 
Happy first day of college.
Mom

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