Finding Nets to Construct 3D Shapes

Today in class we covered a multitude of concepts involving 3D Shapes and our Learning Goals prove that!

To review what we learned, here are 3 simple activities that you can do to show what you know!

First, can you look at a 3D shape and draw what the shape would look like from the top, side or bottom? These are called perspectives.

Next up, we talked about taking 3D shapes apart and flattening them to create a net. Why would this help us?

Time for you to problem solve! Click on the picture above to make it larger. Read the question and take time to leave a comment with your answer. Make sure you leave your name so I can give you credit!

Ready for a little challenge? I'd love to see what you create and share it with the rest of the 7th Graders on the blog! Search for me in Kmail and send me your pics!

And of course, I couldn't forget to share a video on 3D Shapes with you...

Transformations Small Group

 Yesterday's small group lesson after Class Connect was a review over the three different types of Transformations.

First up, we had to review our definitions. As we were reviewing them, we talked about different key words that could help us remember which type of transformation was which! On our next slides, we underlined those keywords and made examples of each type of transformation of an object about a 4 Quadrant graph.

And of course we had to do a bit of practice. For this assignment, I put it up on the whiteboard and we went through the triangle together. After that it was time for each student to get a turn and so I gave whiteboard privileges to all 17 students who showed up and we had a blast! 

 Now, if you are wondering what it should look like, here is an example of Mrs. S' copy that she printed out and worked along with you. This would be a great resource for you to put in your Math Notebook! You can download it for FREE here!

And of course, I couldn't leave you without a silly video! Don't forget to finish your Geometry Unit in Study Island by Friday, February 1st!

Inverse Operations Anchor Chart

Inverse Operations are fundamental when learning about expressions and equations. To help my students in remembering the operations that "undo" each other, I have created an Inverse Operations Chart to use as a resource.

You can simply click on the image above to download the chart for FREE! It's already filled in for you and ready to use as a resource. Now, if you are looking for blank charts to use in the classroom, feel free to check out my Inverse Operations and One Step Equations Anchor Charts and Practice Problems in my Teachers Pay Teachers Store for only $2.00!

And if you need more practice on using Inverse Operation in Addition and Subtraction, here is a great video with examples that I found to share!

Dividing Decimals Review

Today I reviewed with 8th period how to divide with Decimals and we created a short but sweet video. Enjoy! :)

Homework Time

And a video to share with you that refers to working with positive and negative numbers. There are actual several episodes that are available that provide information as well.


10 bonus points on this week's homework if you leave a comment below! :)

Time to Brag!

After three weeks of working with rational numbers, I gave each student a card with a set of rational numbers on it. They were to write the rational numbers, convert them to one type of rational number (fraction, decimal or percent), correctly order them on a benchmark number line (only containing the whole number they each had and the one number greater) and then explain what they did during the process.

Oh and they had to add color! Take a look at a few that I pulled yesterday when I was grading. They are AMAZING! I love all the different variations, the colorful aspects and how they each are demonstrating to me their level of success with converting, comparing and ordering a set of rational numbers as well as being able to tell me what they did!

So rock on to all of my students! You did an amazing job on this project for your INBs!

Now, are you looking for a way to get an extra sticker in class? Wonder what Mrs. S might give for a reward on Friday with 5 stickers?

Come to school tomorrow (yes, Thursday) and slip me a piece of paper with the answer to everything! Don't forget to put your name and period on it as well so I can credit you!

Hint: You might want to watch the video below.

Pythagorean Theorem and Notebook Check

This week we will be discussing the Pythagorean Theorem, which is an idea that came from the ancient Greeks about the right triangle.

The basic principle behind this idea is that if a triangle has a right angle and you made a square on each of the three sides, then the biggest square has the exact same area as the other two squares put together.

Here’s a right triangle.  The hypotenuse is the longest side of the triangle.

This week, please take the time to watch the following videos to assist you with your learning of Pythagorean Theorem. This concept builds upon the Square Roots that we learned today and will be something that you will truly love to work out because they are so easy!

Introduction to Pythagorean Theorem

Pythagorean Theorem 1

Pythagorean Theorem 2

Pythagorean Theorem 3

Also, any commenting on these 4 videos will be for extra credit. Remember to use the 3-2-1 Response method and number the things so I can easily read them.

Pythagorean Theorem Practice is due on Friday.  I will also be taking a grade on your class notebook on Friday.  You will need to have the following 5 things for a 100...

1. Square Roots Notes

2. Perfect Squares Chart

3. Root of the Problem

4. Technical Reading Strategies

5. Pythagorean Theorem Notes

Edited 2/9/2013: You can now find a copy of Pythagorean Theorem Notes Graphic Organizer and Task Cards Activity in my Teachers Pay Teachers store.



Friday Flipped Homework

Okay Flippers, don't forget that you have two videos to watch this weekend. For your notes, I simply want you to write down 2 examples from each video. I want EVERY step! We will go over this on Tuesday. Don't forget! :)

Solving Equations 1

Solving Equations 2

(P.S. If you are in my 8th period class and you want to go ahead and watch these, leave a comment and let me know 3 things you learned and you will get to choose 3 problems to omit from your assignment on Tuesday)

Starting Strong!

Another great week is upon us and we are definitely starting strong! This week proves to be another busy one and hopefully we will make it through together.

Flipped Pre-Algebra:

Watch the following videos tonight- Adding Integers with Different Signs, Multiplying Negative Real Numbers, and Dividing Real Numbers with Different Signs (these are crucial because you will need these skills for the rest of your life). Notes tonight are simply 1-2 examples from EACH video! :)

Vocabulary Chapter 1 is due on Thursday!

Pre-Algebra:

Review the examples that we went over in class about Absolute Value. Use your graph spiral to help you with your vocabulary and your Vocabulary Chapter 1 is due on Thursday as well!

STAAR Math:

No homework tonight but remember that you need your Duct Tape by Thursday! We will be creating our note wallets on that day. If you don't have your Duct Tape, you will be creating your note cards and have to find a safe place to store them until you do.

Newspaper:

Check your assignment post for what you need to be doing today and for homework. It will be posted at 10 am.