Mrs. Dowdell's 3rd Grade Class
Welcome to the 2017-2018 School Year!!!
Many parents wonder what they can do to make sure their children are prepared for fourth grade math. Let me introduce you to the biggest factor for success: memorization of multiplication facts! Students need to be fluent with multiplication facts (0-9) and corresponding division facts. In fourth grade, students move quickly into 2 and 3-digit multiplication and long division. Having the basic facts memorized will make it possible for students to be successful. Not having the basic facts memorized will make learning these concepts very difficult.
How can you help your child with math facts?
- Spend just a few minutes each day or a few days a week practicing, rather than long practice sessions.
- Play games with the facts. Try to find ways to make practice fun!
- Use time that is usually “wasted” (waiting in line, sitting in traffic) to drill facts.
- Identify the most challenging facts for your child, and spend the most time on those.
I’ve provided links to websites and games for math practice. Please feel free to use them as needed and to help make memorization fun for your child.
HomeworkWeek of May 7-May 11 (Homework is updated daily) Monday Study multiplication facts daily Tuesday Study multiplication facts daily Wednesday Study multiplication facts daily Thursday Study multiplication facts daily Friday Study multiplication facts daily |
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