Mixed Skills: Comparison, Measurement, Patterns, Design
Holiday-Themed Lesson
TEKS & Objectives
7.5 Proportionality. The student applies mathematical process standards to use geometry to describe or solve problems involving proportional relationships. The student is expected to:
7.1.A apply mathematics to problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace
We will practice a variety of math skills united by a cultural theme.
I will apply mathematical standards to compare, measure and apply creative designs to monsters.
WHOLE GROUP 1
1. Review days of the week.
Pick today’s day of the week. Or review them all! You can also practice your counting backwards skills in the “Countdown to Halloween” videos at the bottom of the list.
2. Calendar Time
Click the calendar icon below to go to the Starfall webpage.
PAPER-BASED SKILLS
Use the picture below to complete activities below:
Level 1
- Monster math (3 pages)
Level 2
All Levels
Monster files organized by level. Each file is 6 pages; only pages 4-6 of level A are shown above.
- Monster symmetry level A (completely filled in)
- Monster symmetry level B (one side partially filled-in)
- Monster symmetery level C (one side blank)
- Haunted house shapes
TECH APPS
1. Choose a pumpkin design game at ABCya!
Make a Pumpkin: Drag and drop pre-made features to create your own jack-o-lantern.
Pumpkin Carving: Sketch your own design.
2. Complete assignment at Brainzy.
Shark Tangram Challenge
Skeleton Bone Catcher
Look for the assignment with today’s date.
Click here for access codes.
WHOLE GROUP 2
1. Listen to a monster story with Grover.
2. “What color is the monster?”
3. Check in with our favorite monsters.
Lesson Resources
- Monster math (3 pages)
- Halloween logic puzzle 3
- Halloween logic puzzle 4
- Monster symmetry level A (completely filled in)
- Monster symmetry level B (one side partially filled-in)
- Monster symmetery level C (one side blank)
- Haunted house shapes
Extras
