Making Venn Diagrams

 Last week the students had the chance to make their own Venn Diagrams.  They choose a topic with 2 different choices within that topic.  Then the students went around the room to gather their information.  Each classmate was asked about the topic choices and added to the appropriate place in the Venn Diagram.  The final step was to write 4 true statements about their completed Venn Diagram.  I think their favorite part was the chance to be up out of their seats and chatting with their classmates to gather their information!

Making Bar Graphs

 This week the students made their own bar graphs.  They came up with a question, 4 choices for answers, then went around and asked classmates for their answers.  Answers were collected on a tally chart.  Then each student made a bar graph using their data.  This is always a favorite activity!

Math Stations

 In 2nd grade we rotate through stations for our math block.  I love this framework so much because I'm able to see small groups for instruction.  I'm able to see pretty quickly who understands the new skill being taught and who needs some additional practice or instruction.  The students complete their assignment in a different station.  We're so lucky to have Mrs. Ruen in our room to help students with questions on their assignments.  The third station includes math games on an i-pad, partner game station, and a hands on or paper and pencil task.  We just started stations this week, and the class is doing a great job!

Beginning of the Year Math

 At the beginning of the year, the students slowly start to learn about the different stations we rotate through to run our math block.  This includes the teacher lesson, assignment station, and math game station.  We've started practicing our different parts by learning a few math games, learning how to complete our math assignments, and making a math about me person.