Grade 3–Operations and Algebraic Thinking

Lesson Title Content Focus Language Objective Language Type
Time Problem Estimating, Calculating Daily Water Use Students will explain what “gallons per flush/brushing teeth/shower” means. Language Functions
Candy Party patterns; describing algebraically; linking to symbolic representation SWBAT – define the terms, “at least” and “at most”
– discuss with a partner and explain why their solution is a valid answer to the problem
– explain what “constraints” mean in the context of the problem
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