Algorithm: A big word, but third graders get it

We had a marvelous Monday!  

We started with some multiplication practice and review.  They are getting pretty good at this.  

We added some math vocabulary to our notebooks today.  We added the word algorithm. The kids were wowed by the big word.  It sounds much harder than its definition.  We practiced subtracting across zero again.  The regrouping is still difficult for many.  Doing a couple of problems a night at home could help your child.  (Example of a practice problem: 1,000 - 345)

We typed in our spelling words on spellingtraining.com. So they should be able to get on them at home.  The name of the list is March 29.

We reviewed author's purpose today.  We also did a comprehension check-up. We read a nonfiction passage about St. Patrick's Day.

Have a great evening!