Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Probability Foldable

I wanted to find something that students can make and use that will help them remember Probability definitions like Outcomes, Finding Combinations, Probability as a Fraction, and Tree Diagrams. This cleaver Probability Foldable that I found on the blog, Fun in Room 4B shows us what the foldable looks like when its finished and also gives a closer look at the descriptions and cover. The best part is that it's a freebie printable, so now you can try it out for your self!
http://funin4b.blogspot.com/2012/04/probablility-foldable-freebie-for-manic.html

As you know, Pinterest has all sorts of great ideas for the classroom.These are examples of Probability Anchor Charts which I find to be a great tool in the classroom since they can be easily created and posted in the classroom as a way to review Probability.


Sunday, February 2, 2014

A Children's Book about Probability

I wanted to find some Children's Literature about Mathematics that can be used in the classroom, and I found this book called Probably Pistachio, by Stuart J. Murphy. After reading the story, it's suggested to ask students what they think will happen and why. Stuart's website lists all kinds of math activities that can be used in the classroom as you introduce new mathematical concepts to students in Elementary school, like Probability. I feel that this can be a great resource for new teachers!
http://www.harpercollinschildrens.com/books/Probably-Pistachio/?isbn13=9780064467346&tctid=120