Base Block Subtraction

Base Block Subtraction is an activity that can be used with students on their own computer as individuals or as a group working together to solve the problems on a smartboard. This activity can be used with the grade 3 math curriculum to emphasize addition and subtracting that requires carrying and borrowing. The neat thing about this activity is that students can explore addition and subtraction using manuiplatives without the temptation of playing with them in a use other than that of mathmatics. Also unlike base 10 blocks students can trade in the virtual blocks and they automatically split apart into ones. The separation of larger blocks into ones or tens will help students to visualize the steps that need to be taken in order to solve the problem.

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Mission Nutrition

A great activity that i would use with my students to meet the needs of the grade 4 health curriculum is called Mission Nutrition here students have to search the kitchen to find foodsw that qualify as healthy choices. Foods that are selected are either deemed as correct choices or poor choices. Each selection provides information as to why or why not the food is a healthy choice. Students will benifit from this site because it helps to increase their awareness of the effect food choices has on their health and body image. The activity provides knowledge in a fun way to grab the attention of even the most resistant students.

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One size doesn't fit all. MyPyramid offers personalized eating plans, interactive tools to help you plan and assess your food choices, and advice to help you:
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Make smart choices from every food group.
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Find your balance between food and physical activity.
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Get the most nutrition out of your calories.
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Stay within your daily calorie needs.
MyPyramid food plans are designed for the general public ages 2 and over; they are not therapeutic diets. Those with a specific health condition should consult with a health care provider for a dietary plan that is right for them.

To meet the objectives of the grade 5 health curriculum my students would have the opportunity to explore the activities on the Mypyramid website. Here students will be able to create a menue and enter information to access their level of fitness. once students are familiar with food choices and have created their Mypyramid menu they can begin the MyPyramid Blast Off Game. This is an interactive computer game where kids can reach Planet Power by fueling their rocket with food and physical activity. “Fuel” tanks for each food group help students keep track of how their choices fit into MyPyramid.