SIXTH GRADE MATH

Today, the class reviewed comparing, ordering, and writing whole numbers. They did not have any trouble with the topics, so there is no video tonight. The assignment is: p6-7 #8-28.

SEVENTH GRADE MATH

Today, the class learned/reviewed how to order and compare integers and how to find the absolute value of an integer. The assignment is p33 #12-48 evens.

Remember, absolute value is not the same thing as opposites. Absolute value tells you how far a number is from zero on the number line. So, the absolute value of -5 is 5 and the absolute value of 5 is 5.

SEVENTH GRADE GEOGRAPHY

Today, the class took notes about latitude and longitude. They also set up a Geography folder in which they will keep their notes for class. The homework for tonight is to define the key terms using the Glossary or Gazetteer from the back of the textbook.

PRE-ALGEBRA

We reviewed the rules for adding and subtracting integers. The class completed an integer addition page in class to see if they remembered how to do it. Everyone did really well! The homework is the integer subtraction page. I made a video explaining how to subtract integers following the rule. Here are both rules:

INTEGER ADDITION

If the signs are the same, ADD, and keep the same sign.
If the signs are different, SUBTRACT, and use the sign of the bigger number.

INTEGER SUBTRACTION

First, change the subtraction sign to addition and change the sign of the next number.
Next, follow the addition rules.

Here is a short video with some examples of how to subtract:

ALGEBRA I

Today, we reviewed how to subtract real numbers. We worked through several problems together. The homework is p46-47 #44-88 evens.

KNITTING

Today, everyone finished their cast on stitches and learned how to create the knit stitch. Most just had a few stitches completed by the end of class, but they will soon all be flying through it!

See you tomorrow,

Mrs. Swickey