Valentines Day

Math 

Conversations hearts are a classic and memorable part of nearly every elementary school Valentine's Day. But a fun and simple math activity of counting, sorting, collecting data and graphing a small bag of candy hearts integrates several Ohio Math standard into our happy celebration.

Grade 2

1.  Pose questions, use observations, interviews and surveys to collect data, and organize data in charts, picture graphs and bar graphs. (ORC Resources) 2.  Read, interpret and make comparisons and predictions from data represented in charts, line plots, picture graphs and bar graphs. (ORC Resources) 3.  Read and construct simple timelines to sequence events. (ORC Resources) 4.  Write a few sentences to describe and compare categories of data represented in a chart or graph, and make statements about the data as a whole. (ORC Resources) 5.  Identify untrue or inappropriate statements about a given set of data. (ORC Resources) 6.  Recognize that data may vary from one population to another; e.g., favorite TV shows of students and of parents. (ORC Resources) 7.  List some of the possible outcomes of a simple experiment, and predict whether given outcomes are more, less or equally likely to occur. (ORC Resources) 8.  Use physical models and pictures to represent possible arrangements of 2 or 3 objects. (ORC Resources)

Grade 3

1.  Collect and organize data from an experiment, such as recording and classifying observations or measurements, in response to a question posed. (ORC Resources) 2.  Draw and interpret picture graphs in which a symbol or picture represents more than one object. (ORC Resources) 3.  Read, interpret and construct bar graphs with intervals greater than one. (ORC Resources) 4.  Support a conclusion or prediction orally and in writing, using information in a table or graph. (ORC Resources) 5.  Match a set of data with a graphical representation of the data. (ORC Resources) 6.  Translate information freely among charts, tables, line plots, picture graphs and bar graphs; e.g., create a bar graph from the information in a chart. (ORC Resources) 7.  Analyze and interpret information represented on a timeline. (ORC Resources) 8.  Identify the mode of a data set and describe the information it gives about a data set. (ORC Resources) 9.  Conduct a simple experiment or simulation of a simple event, record the results in a chart, table or graph, and use the results to draw conclusions about the likelihood of possible outcomes. (ORC Resources) 10.  Use physical models, pictures, diagrams and lists to solve problems involving possible arrangements or combinations of two to four objects. (ORC Resources)

 Valentine's Day Party

The kids created wonderful boxes and were happy to open their Valentines. They thanked each other as they opened, read (and ate) the treats and cards they found in their mailboxes.

Treats!

Thank you to the Miller/Larsen, Barker, Chapman/Carolin, Malone and Britt families for our Valentine drinks, snacks, tableware and Valentine craft.

Fire Safety

Ray Corbett, a member of the Upper Arlington Fire Education Department came to our classroom to provide a fire safety lesson.  Stop, Drop and Roll,  Stay Low and Go and planning a family meeting spot were reviewed.  Mr. Corbett also demonstrated a vocal smoke detector. Research has shown that children are more likely to awaken to your voice than a beeping alarm. The device allows you to record and personalize your  instructions helping your child recall his or her escape plan to exit your home. Surely, the best $50 investment, ever.