Mathematics

An exciting Term 4

It has been a very exciting term 4 with our Year 12 students sitting their VCE exams. We wish our students the very best, you have worked really hard throughout the year and are ready to achieve success.

Our Junior school students have been working on Geometry and Linear relations, whilst at home student can be completing Mathletics tasks and additional work the teacher has provided.

Tips for Parents: Supporting Your Child with Math at Home

Create a Positive Environment: Encourage a positive attitude toward math by celebrating efforts and progress, no matter how small. Avoid negative language about math, as it can influence your child’s mindset.
Establish a Routine: Set aside regular time for math practice. Consistency helps build habits and reinforces learning.
Use Real-Life Examples: Incorporate math into everyday activities. Whether it’s cooking (measuring ingredients), shopping (calculating discounts), or planning a trip (estimating travel time), real-life applications make math relatable.
Encourage Problem-Solving: Instead of giving answers right away, encourage your child to think critically. Ask guiding questions to help them work through problems independently.
Utilize Online Resources: There are many educational websites and apps that offer interactive math practice. Tools like Khan Academy or Mathletics can make learning fun and engaging.
Stay Engaged: Show interest in your child’s math homework. Ask them to explain what they’re learning; teaching you can reinforce their understanding.
Be Patient: Every child learns at their own pace. If your child is struggling, be patient and offer support without pressure. Sometimes, taking a break can help.
Communicate with Teachers: Stay in touch with your child’s math teacher. They can provide insights into your child’s progress and suggest additional resources for practice.
Practice, Practice, Practice: Regular practice is key to mastering math concepts. Encourage your child to work on math problems a little each day.
Have Fun with Math: Play math-related games or puzzles to make learning enjoyable. Board games, card games, and apps can provide a fun way to practice skills.

By fostering a supportive and engaging math environment at home, you can help your child build confidence and succeed in their mathematical journey!

Math Puzzle of the Month

The Fruit Basket Riddle

You have a basket containing a total of 30 pieces of fruit: apples, oranges, and bananas.

The number of apples is twice the number of oranges.
The number of bananas is 5 more than the number of oranges.

Question: How many pieces of each type of fruit do you have in the basket?

Year 7 - Math Geometry

Hang in there, year 7 math class of 2024!

We are almost there as we approach our final topic of the year – Linear & non-Linear (how to plot coordinates).

Throughout the last five weeks, students have been learning about ‘angles’ and using a protractor.

As always, they have been engaged in a variety of learning from direct instructions, interactive online math games, Mathletics and rich tasks/ problem solving.

We look forward to another productive five weeks of learning and engagement before the festive seasons.

Ms Michelle De Boer

Mathematics Leader