Mathematics
In Term 3, the students will engage in a variety of activities aimed at expanding their mathematical skills. These learning areas include:
Number and Algebra:
In this term, the students will be using strategies to enhance their understanding such as exploring repeated addition,arrays, and groups as effective methods for solving multiplication and division equations. Applying these strategies will allow the students to gain a solid foundation in these fundamental operations. Additionally, they will have opportunities to solve worded problems and open-ended questions that have real-world applications. This practice will help them transfer their skills and apply mathematical thinking to practical situations.
Measurement and Geometry:
Throughout this learning area, the students will build upon their prior learning about area and perimeter and explore the concept of location. They will develop skills in generating directions by applying their knowledge of area and perimeter to navigate spaces. Additionally, students will learn to interpret maps, paying attention to key features and understanding the distances between landmarks. This exploration of measurement and geometry will enhance their spatial awareness and problem-solving abilities.
Probability:
In term three, the students understand the role of chance and uncertainty. They predict outcomes using vocabulary such as “likely, unlikely, impossible or certain”.
Key Vocabulary:
| Number and Algebra | Measurement and Geometry | Statistics and Probability |
Array Repeated addition Skip count modelling Sharing Represent Partitioning Fact family/number facts Sum solve/solution | Classify Grid reference Location/locate Position Compass (North, South, East, West) Destination Pathway/path Direction Clockwise Anti-clockwise Quarter-turn Half-turn Right Left Target Coordinates | Likely Unlikely Event chance Impossible Possible Certain Uncertain 50% chance Likelihood Probability |
How can you support your child’s Mathematics learning at home?
- Ask your child to help with tasks around the house that involve multiplication, such as setting the table with multiple place settings or distributing snacks equally among family members.
- Encourage your child to spot opportunities for division in their daily life. For example, they can divide a pizza into equal slices or share a pile of toys equally with siblings or friends.
- Hold conversation with your child about the likelihood (probability) of different events occurring. For example, “If the weather looks dark and cloudy, what are the chances you will need an umbrella?”
