Curriculum BriefingP3 Mathematics

2 February 2017

Vision

A community of confident and motivated pupils who are both effective problem solvers and

team players.

Mission

To equip pupils with the necessary mathematical knowledge and skills for everyday life and for continuous learning in mathematics

and related disciplines.

Mathematical

Problem

Solving

Concepts

Mathematical

Problem

Solving

Concepts

Reasoning,

communication &

connections

Thinking skills &

heuristics

Application & modelling

ion

Confidence

Perseverance

Beliefs

Interest

Appreciation

Confidence

Perseverance

Monitoring of one’s

own thinking

Self-regulation of learning

Numerical calculation

Algebraic manipulation

Spatial visualization

Data analysis

Measurement

Use of mathematical tools

Estimation

Numerical

Algebraic

Geometrical

Statistical

Probabilistic

Analytical

MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK

Ratio

Whole Numbers

Measurement

Geometry

DataAnalysis

Whole Numbers

Measurement

Geometry

DataAnalysis

Fractions

Whole Numbers

Measurement

Geometry

DataAnalysis

Decimals

Whole Numbers

Measurement

Geometry

Data Analysis

Whole Numbers

Measurement

Geometry

DataAnalysis

Percentage

Speed

Fractions Fractions Fractions

DecimalsDecimals

Percentage

RatioRatio

Primary 1 Primary 2 & 3 Primary 4 Primary 5 Primary 6

Spiral Approach Math Curriculum

Topics P 2 P 3

Whole Numbers Numbers up to 1000Addition & SubtractionMental CalculationMultiplication & Division

Numbers up to 10 000Addition & SubtractionMental CalculationMultiplication & Division

Money Comparing Converting

Addition & Subtraction

Measurement LengthMassTimeVolume

LengthMassVolumeTime

Geometry 2-D Shapes 3-D Shapes

AnglesPerpendicular and Parallel linesArea and Perimeter(square and rectangle)

Data Representationand Interpretation

Picture Graphs(with scales)

Bar Graphs(with scales)

Fractions Fractions of a WholeAddition & Subtraction

Equivalent FractionsAddition & Subtraction

Mathematics Syllabus (MOE)https://www.moe.gov.sg/docs/default-source/document/education/syllabuses/sciences/files/mathematics

-syllabus-(primary-1-to-4).pdf

Books and Materials Used

My Pals Are Here! Pupil’s Book 3A and 3B

My Pals Are Here! Workbook 3A and 3B

My Pals Are Here! Tests

P3 HGS Heuristics WS

P3 HGS Solving Word Problems WS

Math File (red folder)

Math Bank Book

Whole School Heuristics Approach

No. Heuristics P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6

1 Model Drawing: Part and Whole √ √ √ √

2 Model Drawing: Comparison √ √ √ √

3Model Drawing: Multiplication and Division √ √

4 Model Drawing: Before and After √ √ √ √

5 Systematic Listing √ √ √ √ √ √

6 Find a Pattern √ √ √ √ √ √

7 Draw a Diagram √ √

8 Restate The Problem √

9 Guess and Check √ √ √ √

10 Working Backwards √ √ √

11 Make an Assumption √ √ √

Let’s explore the

Model Approach

The use of Model Diagram

provides students with the means to:

(1) handle information

(2) deal with complexity and

(3) communicate their thinking

through the use of visuals which

they can manipulate.

Model Drawing

P3

•Comparison

•Multiplication & Division

http://www.thesingaporemaths.com/index.html

Example of Part-whole Model

(Multiplication):

Siti has 5 dolls.

Each doll costs $6.

How much do 5 dolls cost altogether?

1 doll $6

5 dolls $6 × 5

= $30

Ans: $30

$6 $6 $6 $6 $6

?

Example of Comparison Model:

Kat bought 1345 balloons.

Dinah bought 2895 more balloons than Kat

How many balloons did Dinah buy?

Dinah’s Balloons 1345 + 2895 = 4240

Ans: 4240

1345 2895

?

Kat

Dinah

Check!

When are pupils assessed? Non-weighted Assessments Weighted Assessments

Day to day • Hands-on activities• Maths Practices

eg. Workbook exercises, Graded worksheetsHeuristics worksheets

• Questioning and Feedbacks• Math Journal

Semester 1•Mini Test 1

- Week 9- 1st Mar•Written Exam (SA1)

- Week 8- 10th May

Semester 2•Mini Test 2 •Written Exam (SA2)

Question Types:MCQs, Fill in the Blanks and Word Problems* Dates to be confirmed

Types of Assessments

Codes Representations

WM Wrong method to arrive at the same answer

CC Careless calculation (method is correct)

MU Missing Units

ME Missing Equation

Common codes used during marking of Maths questions/word problems

Math Journal

Your best friend was absent from school when your teacher taught the class about comparing fractions.

Can you explain to your friend how to do the question below? You can write or draw to explain why.

Which fraction is greater,

one-third or one-eighth?

Math Programmes and

Activities

Programmes and Activities• Maths @ Recess Games

• Maths Quiz

• Maths Trail

• Drama in Maths

• HGS e-Learning portal: MC Online:

http://www.mconline.sg

Math GamesEvery Monday, during recesses

Expectations• Listen and participate actively

• Be on task

• Be prepared

- bring the necessary books

- handing in work on time

• Ask when in doubt

• Take pride in her work

- check through, neat handwriting

• Persevere – Keep Trying and Don’t Give Up

Supporting your child in their learning journey

What YOU can do…

• Be involved in your child’s learning in school and at home

AskPraise Encourage

Math Tips for Parents • Work and communicate closely with your

child’s Maths Teacher.

• Follow up on homework – ask questions that

guide without telling them the answer.

• Train your child to show proper and detailed working steps.

• Train your child to check their answers.

• Relate Math concepts to daily life examples eg.

Is the table longer or shorter than one metre?

• Play mathematical games / puzzles.

• Provide a positive environment – encourage and praise your child’s effort.

Tips for parents

When your child encounters difficulties with homework, you can help by asking questions that guide, without telling them what to do.

Mathematics Educational WebsitesTopic Website

Whole Numbers

http://nlvm.usu.edu/http://www.crickweb.co.uk/http://www.numbernut.com/http://www.learningplanet.com/

Addition &

Subtraction

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/

http://www.kidsnumbers.com/

http://www.aaamath.com/

Multiplication

Tables

http://fun4thebrain.com/

http://www.ictgames.com/

http://www.apples4theteacher.com/

http://www.multiplication.com/games

Model Drawing http://www.thesingaporemaths.com/index.html

http://www.mathplayground.com/thinkingblocks.html

Shapes and

Patterns

http://nlvm.usu.edu/ (click Tangram Challenge)

http://www.primarygames.com

+Venture in Maths Magazine

Teacher’s Name: Email:

Mrs Clara Kang ang_yan_qing_clara@moe.edu.sg

Ms Leong leong_lai_kum@moe.edu.sg

Mdm Sannah Soo soo_san_nah@moe.edu.sg

Mr Michael Lee lee_sek_kiong_michael@moe.edu.sg

Mdm Samsiah samsiah_Mohamed_amin@moe.edu.sg

Mdm Radiah radiah_mohamed_ali_jinnah@moe.edu.sg

Maths Teachers