Science: We are continuing our exploration of Light and Optics, by looking at the anatomy of our eyes. We will also be looking into Optical Illusions.

Math: On Thursday we will be having an MIA on multiplying fractions by whole number.

Math/Sci Update

Last week we completed "Fraction Bootcamp" which was a review of all fraction concepts students have learned thus far (improper to mixed and vice versa, equivalent fractions, simplifying fractions, adding and subtracting fractions), if students are not confident with any of these past concepts they are strongly encouraged to practice!

Today, we took a look at models to visualize multiplying a fraction by a whole number. Which model did you like best?

In Science, students have independently researched an optical phenomenon. On Thursday they will be required to present it to a small group. Task sheet here: Optical Phenomena
They will have one more class period to finish.

Myth Project due date change.

First off, I'm very impressed with all the weird and wonderful tangents you guys have wandered down while working on your world mythology projects.  With that in mind I think that having a bit more time to work on them would be valuable.  The presentations, interpretive dances, or whatever your final product is will be due on Tuesday the 19th after Teachers Convention.

Math test

As discussed in class, on Friday we will be having a Math test on Integers.  There will be no calculators allowed for this test (just as we have not been using them in class for this unit).

You will need to review:

• adding and subtracting integers
• multiplying and dividing integers (with and without a number line)
• modeling multiplying integers with integer chips
• using BEDMAS with integers (including the fraction bar)
• word problems involving integers

Helpful review links:

Adding and Subtracting Integers

Multiplying Integers

Long Division

Myth Presentations

Just a reminder that the Mythology assignment is due on Monday.  Remember I'll be looking at the Stem for speech, plus two other stems of your group's choice depending on what you feel are strong aspects of your work.