Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Writing Expressions & Mistakes

Today, we'll begin with a quick check-in on writing expressions. Everyone is doing a great job getting familiar with English words for mathematical operations.

Mistake Game:
You will each obtain a sheet that has the following information filled out:


  • Write four (4) equivalent expressions (three correct and one wrong)
  • Solve the expression, but put in a mistake
  • Create three routes to get from the start to the end. One is wrong.
Your task:
1. Divide your whiteboard into three equal sections.
2. To the three tasks - one in each section of the whiteboard.
3. Check your work with me.
4. When people are finished, you will begin working on finding their mistakes.

Student sheet:

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