Variables I: A Snack for Chimpanzees
Chimpanzees aren’t too picky about their food. In fact, they don’t mind eating up to 200 different kinds of food, including variables. They decided they liked variables so much they learned how to use them in math.
- Students determine the value of a variable in a multi-step expression
- Students simplify and evaluate variable expressions involving integers
- Students simplify and evaluate variable expressions with distribution
- Recommended for: Ages 11+ / Grades 6-7
- Teacher: Carolina Velez
- Day and Time: Fridays, 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
- Class Duration: 4 classes
- Dates: February 9 - March 1, 2024
- Required Materials: DreamBox App*
*Here at The Thinking Kid, we utilize the DreamBox Math App to enable our students to practice math skills outside of the classroom. DreamBox engages students through math games to test their proficiency in math concepts discussed in class. DreamBox access is essential to student success in our math program. This is a one-time $45 purchase for the entire school year. If you have previously purchased DreamBox, please contact us at miriam@thethinkingkid.org