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Fourth Grade Math

You have just finished, or are finishing  the multiplication/division unit of study. Since this is a focal point of fourth grade mathematics, providing continued experiences is essential.  Here are lessons ideas to support students continued learning.

Math TEKS   NEISD Technology Standards
4.4B  represent multiplication and division situations in picture, word, and number form; W1   Create a new document or open an existing one on the student-shared directory.
4.4D  use multiplication to solve problems involving two-digit numbers; C2 Use any application available in the North East ISD software load to create products that communicate ideas when working on group projects.
4.4E  use division to solve problems involving one-digit divisors.    
4.7A describe the relationship between two sets of related data such as ordered pairs in a table.    
4.14B  use a problem-solving model that incorporates understanding the problem, making a plan, carrying out the plan, and evaluating the solution for reasonableness;    
4.14D  use tools such as real objects, manipulatives, and technology to solve problems.    
4.16B  justify why an answer is reasonable and explain the solution process.    

Lesson Title:  Working With Data to Solve Word Problems.

Software Application(s):  Microsoft Word, Kid Pix 3

Directions:
 This lesson works with patterns, multiplication, division, and sets of related data.  The students will work with data on a table first to figure out a pattern, then they will work a problem with a partner and use any application on the computer to show their work and their thought processes in working the problem.  It will take two to three visits to the computer lab to complete.

Students will begin by opening the template (Microsoft Word) . Students should be directed to figure out the patterns and the answers.  They will do this independently.

Problem: 

Susan raised rabbits and chickens.  One day her little brother got into her cages and let all of the animals out into the yard.  Susan quickly herded all of the animals into her barn and began to count them to see if they were all there.  Susan counted 12 heads, and since her brother was little he could count 32 feet.  Tell Susan how many rabbits and how many chickens she has herded into the barn. 

Next, students will be presented with this problem.  In pairs, they will use any software application t to answer the problem. 

(One of the best applications to use might be KidPix 3 because they will be able to draw more easily on the screen in order to figure out their problem.  Here is an example of a solution as it might appear on Kid Pix 3.)