Transitioning from Grade Four to Five Mathematics: Parent’s Guide Ann Swierzbin Math Coach Chelmsford Public Schools

Standards for Mathematical Practice* from Common Core State Standards  Try many times to understand and solve a math problem.  Think about a math problem in their head.  Make a plan, called a strategy, to solve a problem and discuss strategies of others.  Use math symbols and numbers to solve a problem.  Check to see if strategy makes sense and calculations are correct.  Use what they already know about math to solve a problem.  Use a strategy that was used to solve another math problem. All children can: * In student friendly language from NCTM.org

Math is everywhere  Discuss how and where you use math  Encourage your child to compute, measure, estimate, follow directions, build models, etc.  Involve children in cooking, shopping, planning trips, etc.  Do math puzzles such as Sudoku and Kenken  Play games that require logic, reasoning, and strategy  Discuss statistical information (sports data is a good source )  Encourage your child to explain his/her thinking for solving a problem

# 1 expectation of Grade 5 teachers Be fluent in basic math facts  Fluency with basic addition and subtraction facts up to 9+9  Fluency with basic multiplication & division facts to 12X12  Know relationship between addition & subtraction.  Know relationship between multiplication & division. Add & Subtract Family 4+6=10 or 10 = =10 or 10= =4 or 4= =6 or 6=10-4 EXAMPLE:

What is Fact Fluency?  Oral and written recall of basic facts.  30 mixed addition and subtraction facts (or multiplication/division facts)  90% accuracy in 60 seconds.

Fact Fluency Practice min daily ID known & unknown facts Concentrate on a few facts at a time Keep track of progress Keep reinforcing known facts

Practice Makes Permanent!  With flash cards  With games  With websites Choose the best way for your child to practice.

Some Resources  Houghton Mifflin  Math facts websites  Study Island