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Table of Contents
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Let’s Meet! Welcome to MathCamp
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Let’s Lead! Math Heroes
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Let’s Build! The 7 Strengths
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Let’s Walk! MathCamp Lessons
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Let’s Talk! Conversation Starters
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Let’s Go! Virtual Field Trips
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Let’s Play! Games & Activities
MathCamp Heroes Cheer We are the heroes, Mighty MathCamp Heroes. Everywhere we go, people want to know, who we are, so we tell them, we are the heroes, Mighty MathCamp Heroes!!!
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Let’s Meet! Welcome to MathCamp We’re pleased to welcome you and your family as MathCamp VIPs: Very Important Partners in your child’s learning life! MathCamp is a vibrant learning community that supports every child’s academic and personal journey. This guide offers a glimpse into what your child will experience there, along with tips for how you can share that experience at home. From campfires to Math Power, Math Heroes to Bunk Time, at every step of a day’s lesson, MathCamp’s unique approach reinforces important math concepts and skills while bolstering campers’ confidence, ensuring that they’re ready for success in the school year ahead. And its fun summer-camp theme makes MathCamp the place kids want to be for summer learning! Read on to discover more about MathCamp: the lessons, the heroes, the 7 Strengths, and how you can extend math learning from the classroom to your home! We invite you and your family to join us on this exciting math adventure! Thank you for being part of the MathCamp community. We’re glad you’re here!
—Your friends at Scholastic
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Let’s Lead! Math Heroes During MathCamp, campers will read and learn about Math Heroes, inspirational characters and extraordinary real-life people who use math to do amazing things. Campers in grades K–2 learn about the Math Heroes in their communities who use math to do their jobs, from a baker and a carpenter to a patternmaker and an engineer. Learning that math is used for everything from baking bread to constructing buildings helps campers understand its connection to their lives. Campers in grades 3–5 read profiles of real-life Math Heroes around the globe, shining a spotlight on the cultural richness and diversity of those who’ve used math to influence and impact the world. From designers and architects to coders and astronauts, these heroes show campers that math has relevance across a range of careers and interests. Importantly, these stories help all campers recognize that they can be Math Heroes too. And so can you!
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Let’s Build! The 7 Strengths The 7 Strengths framework helps children develop skills and strategies that support their learning and personal growth. Approaching learning by way of the strengths enables children to work through challenges, secure in the belief that they can and will succeed. Belonging: Being a valued, cherished member of a community Feeling welcome and included is critical to a sense of well-being. Show pride in your heritage and share stories that celebrate and honor your culture, language, and traditions. Curiosity: Showing a willingness to explore new territory and test new theories Ask questions about your child’s interests and share your own. Encourage your child to approach learning with a sense of wonder.
Friendship: Having close, trusting relationships with others Invite your child to tell you about new friends at camp. Talk about friendships that are important to you.
Kindness: Being compassionate toward others; expressing tenderness that has an impact, near and far Model and acknowledge acts of kindness. Encourage empathy. Remind your child that kindness is contagious! Confidence: Thinking independently, expressing ideas, and believing in yourself Praise your child’s hard work and perseverance. Assure your child that everyone faces challenges on the path to success. Courage: Having the strength to stand up for yourself, for others, and to take action when it is needed Model courage by trying something new with your child. Allow your child to see you do something outside of your comfort zone.
Hope: Thinking optimistically and believing that today’s efforts will produce good things in the future for yourself and the world Affirm a hope and a dream of your child’s and share one of your own.
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Let’s Walk! MathCamp Lessons MathCamp’s structured lesson routine helps campers set and meet expectations. At each step, from Opening to Closing Campfires, campers are involved in meaningful work and engaging activities that build math knowledge and fluency and strengthen personal skills. Here’s a guided tour of a day at MathCamp.
Opening Campfire At the start of every lesson, campers gather to greet one another and find out about the focus and purpose of the day’s lesson.
Bunk Time During independent time, campers work on activities that reinforce the skills and concepts from the Math Power lesson. They may read about a Math Hero or choose a book from the MathCamp classroom library.
Words of the Day Key vocabulary words and terms are taught in every lesson. Understanding and using the language of mathematics is important for expressing ideas with clarity and precision.
Flash Math Daily quick, fun math activities help warm up campers’ thinking and build fluency.
Math Power ThIs central math lesson reinforces grade-level priority skills and concepts that will be critical to success in the academic year ahead. Its design sparks curiosity, inspires investigation, and promotes the integration of skills and concepts.
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Community Math Whole-group games and
Bring the Strength to Life Campers are encouraged to actively and creatively show what they know—connecting the math, the strengths, and the heroes with their own lived experiences.
activities reinforce math skills and strengthen the classroom community! (See “Let’s Play!” in this guide for activities you can do at home with your family.)
Closing Campfire At the end of every lesson, campers regroup to review vocabulary, recap the day’s events, and reflect on the day’s strength.
Learner Supports Throughout each lesson, there are standards-aligned supports for both multilingual learners and a range of learners (providing increased access and challenge, as needed), ensuring that the learning environment meets the needs of all students.
Check-ins Campers take a Check-in at the start of camp to provide a baseline measure of where they are, and at the end to show how far they’ve come!
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Let’s Talk! Conversation Starters Use these conversation starters anytime, anywhere to get your family talking. Write a daily prompt on a sticky note and post it on the fridge. Or take turns choosing one to start the conversation at mealtimes.
Which Math Hero would you like to be friends with? Why?
What gives you a sense of belonging?
Describe an act of kindness someone has done for you.
What’s your favorite shape?
How would you describe yourself to someone using only numbers?
If you could ask one of the Math Heroes one question, what would you ask?
How can you be a good friend to someone?
What’s your favorite strategy to use when you need to solve a problem?
What is something you are wondering about today?
How could you divide 2 cups of popcorn equally among 4 people? Who is the tallest person at home? How much taller is that person than others?
Which of the 7 Strengths has helped you the most at MathCamp?
What is something that surprised you today?
In your own words, what does it mean to “walk in someone else’s shoes”?
Tell about a time you used math to solve a puzzle or a riddle.
Describe one way you have used math this week (outside of MathCamp).
How can working with someone help you solve a problem?
Picture yourself in 10 years. What are some questions you would like to ask your future self?
How do you feel when you are working on a challenging math problem?
How many numbers can you see in the room you’re in right now?
Make up a story problem. Then set a timer and see who can solve it first.
Think of someone you admire who uses math to do what they do. Who is it, and what does that person do?
How does curiosity motivate you to investigate math problems?
Take a survey. Would members of your family rather watch a movie or play a game? Make a chart to show the results.
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Can you draw a math problem without using any words or numbers?
How many shapes can you name in the room you’re in right now?
What is something you feel hopeful about?
Would you rather have 10 quarters or 2 $1 bills?
Would you rather share a 6-slice pizza with 2 friends, or a 12-slice pizza with 6 friends?
Which of the 7 Strengths is your superpower?
What person in your life inspires you to try hard and do your best?
Demonstrate how a confident person acts and talks.
Count from 1 to 10 in a language other than your home language.
Tell about one hope and dream you have for yourself.
What is one goal you have for your future? What can you do to achieve that goal?
What is something you learned at MathCamp that you want to share with friends or at home?
Which is longer, an inch or a centimeter? (Look it up!)
What random act of kindness can you do for a family member?
Do you have a lucky number? What is it, and why do you think it’s lucky?
What is the highest number ever counted out loud? (Look it up!)
Describe the funniest thing that happened at MathCamp this week.
What is something new you would like to try?
Who is the oldest person in your family? Who is the youngest? What is the difference between their ages?
What can you do to help someone feel more hopeful?
Tell a story about an act of courage that has inspired you.
How does math shape the way you see the world?
Describe the most confident person you know or have read about.
How does being part of the MathCamp community make you feel strong?
What is your favorite number? Why do you like it?
Count backwards from 100 by fives.
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Let’s Go! Virtual Field Trips A trip to a museum can be a wonderful whole-family adventure. Whether you’re planning a real-life visit or a virtual one, the STEM-focused museums listed on these pages offer online tours and activities for all ages that you can enjoy from the comfort of your home.
National Museum of Mathematics Location: 11 E. 26th Street, NY, NY 10010 Website: https://momath.org Description: MoMath is an award-winning museum that
highlights the role of mathematics in the world around us. Its exhibits, galleries, and programs will spark curiosity and reveal the wonders of mathematics for visitors of all ages. Note: While virtual field trips are available for educators only, a visit to MoMath’s website (https://momath.org/explore/exhibits) offers a look at the museum’s amazing exhibits. Smithsonian Location: Washington, D.C. Website: https://www.si.edu/spotlight/mathematics-art Check out https://www.si.edu/events/online to find out about special online events, and www.si.edu/kids (Hirshhorn Kids) to learn about exhibits, activities, and online projects for kids and teens. Description: The Smithsonian is the world’s largest museum complex. The following are museums and exhibits where math is front and center. Where Art Meets Math features paintings based on mathematical subjects along with other mathematical works and figures from across the Smithsonian. Spark!Lab (https://invention.si.edu/try/sparklab) is “where museum visitors become inventors.” Kids from ages 6–10 can “create, collaborate, explore, test, experiment, and invent.” The National Air and Space Museum (https://airandspace.si.edu/learn/learning-resources) provides resources and how-tos for experiments, activities, and much more.
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The Tech Interactive Location: 201 S. Market St., San Jose, CA 95113 Website: https://www.thetech.org
Description: This immersive exploration in math and tech offers loads of children’s exhibits, online math lesson plans, and lessons for kids in kindergarten and up (English and Spanish). The Tech Interactive at Home (https://www.thetechathome.org) offers do-it- yourself activities (English and Spanish), puzzles, coloring pages, and more. New York Hall of Science Location: 47-01 111th St., Corona, NY 11368 Website: https://nysci.org Description: This STEM-related museum is ideal for students in grades K–12. At https://nysci.org/at-home-resources, you’ll find digital resources for science learning for kids of all ages. From making bouncy balls to projects for building electronics, this site offers hours of fun activities for kids and adults alike. Museum of Science and Industry Location: 5700 S. DuSable, Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637 Website: https://www.msichicago.org Description: This is one of the largest science museums in the world. A tour of its website shows and tells about exhibits and experiences for all ages. Science at Home (https://www.msichicago.org/science-at-home) offers science activities and topics (English and Spanish). Summer Brain Games (https://www. msichicago.org/science-at-home/summer-brain-games/activities/more-activities) offers a collection of hands-on science activities for kids of all ages.
Mathematica (Boston Museum of Science) Location: 1 Science Park, Boston, Massachusetts 02114 Visit Virtually: https://www.mos.org/visit/exhibits/mathematica
Description: Mathematica, A World of Numbers . . . and Beyond, is an exhibit designed to provide “an opportunity for everyone to enjoy the wonder of mathematics.” Check out the museum’s digital experience at #MOS at Home (https://www.mos.org/explore/mos-at-home), where you’ll find daily live streams, videos, podcasts, and tips for supporting STEM at home.
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Let’s Play! Games & Activities Earlier in this guide you read that families are VIPs (Very Important Partners) at MathCamp. It’s true! And for good reason. Research has identified one key factor above all others when it comes to student success: parental involvement! What better way to support your child’s math learning than by playing games together? On these pages, you’ll find activities that support at-home math learning for all ages and skill levels. Whether you set aside an evening a week for family math night or a few minutes every day for quick math challenges, the benefits to your child—and you—will be enormous. Notice and Wonder All ages and skill levels. Do it anytime, anywhere. No materials needed! Object Challenge your child and other family members to notice evidence of math in and around your home and to share what they wonder. Every Math Power lesson features a “Notice and Wonder” routine. This simple routine helps children look beyond the obvious and sparks curiosity. Make noticing and wondering part of your routine at home! How Many Ways? Ideal for children in kindergarten and up who have practiced taking apart a number. Object Players or teams find as many ways as possible to decompose, or take apart, a given number. Depending on players’ skills, start with numbers 1–9; increase challenge using larger numbers, fractions, and decimals. Skill Review To decompose a number, you separate it into parts that together make the whole. For example, you can decompose 6 as 1 and 5, 2 and 4, 3 and 3, or 2 and 2 and 2, 1 and 3 and 2, and so on. Materials Needed • Set of number cards from 1–10 (make your own with index cards or paper) • Items to count (beans, buttons, paper clips, or small colored blocks) • Pencil and paper for each player • Optional: timer
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How to Play 1. Draw a number card from the shuffled stack and turn it face up. 2. Set timer, if using. Have players or teams begin decomposing the number, writing each combination on their paper. 3. W hen time is up, or players have made as many combinations as they can, have players show their decompositions. A point is earned for each correct combination. 4. Repeat the process until all numbers have been decomposed or until time runs out. The player or team with the most points wins. Increase access: Start with the number 5 and give players counting items to help them decompose. Increase challenge: Use larger numbers, negative numbers, or decimals. Total Roll Ideal for children in grades 2 and up who have practiced addition and subtraction. Object Players roll dice and use counting or addition and subtraction to find totals. Encourage players to share their strategies for finding a total. Skill Review Counting on. Begin with the larger of the two numbers shown on the dice (or, if doubles are rolled, count from the number on one die). “Count on” the smaller number from the larger number until you reach the total. For example, if you roll a 2 and 3, count on 2 more from 3 by counting, “4, 5, the total is 5.” Materials Needed • Pair of dice • Paper and pencils for players to record totals How to Play 1. Player or Team A rolls two dice and adds the numbers, recording the sum. 2. Player or Team A can keep rolling as many times as they like. They record the sum each time. 3. B ut, if Player or Team A rolls a 1 on either die, their turn ends, and they lose all points from that turn.
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4. When Player or Team A decides to stop rolling or rolls a 1, Player or Team B begins their turn. (If playing independently, Player or Team A would start a new round at this point.) 5. A t the end of three rounds, players add the total of their rounds, and the player or team with the highest total wins that game. Then they can start a new game. Two More All grades and skill levels. Object Add “2 more” to a given number. (No materials needed!) Skill Review Players add 2 more to a given number and say the new number. Younger players may need to use counters (or fingers) to help them add and subtract. Remind them to count on 2 more from the number you say to get the answer. How to Play Explain that you will say a number. The first player will say the number that is 2 more. For example, if you say 2, the first player should say 4. Do one practice: Say “3.” The player should say “5.” Continue with this sequence (or any sequence of one- or two-digit numbers): 6, 9, 8, 18, 38, 58, 78, 9, 19, 39, 59, and 79. It All Adds Up Best for children in grades 2 and up who have practiced multiplication. Object Multiply by 5 and 10 and add up the products to make the greatest total. Materials Needed • 3 dice • Several sheets of lined paper and a pencil Skill Review Have your camper explain how to make an array to multiply 5 times 7 and share the product, 35. Then ask them to explain to other players their strategy for finding the product, such as repeated addition or adding on to a known multiplication fact.
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How to Play the Game 1. Play with teams of 2 players, if possible. Have players number a sheet of paper from 1 to 5 (for 5 rounds of play). 2. One player rolls 2 dice and adds the numbers. The player then rolls the last die. If the die lands on 1, 2, or 3, the player multiplies the sum by 5. If the die lands on 4, 5, or 6, the player multiplies the sum by 10. 3. The player writes a multiplication statement and uses counters to model the multiplication and to find the product, writing the product on paper. 4. The next player takes a turn. 5. Players continue taking turns until 5 rounds have been completed. 6. Campers add their products to determine their total score. The camper with the greater total score wins the round. Expand the Date! Best for players in grades 4 and up who have practiced writing numbers in expanded and word forms. Object Write the day’s date in expanded form and word form. Materials Needed Paper and pencils. Make a place-value chart like the one below to help you write expanded form.
Hundred- Thousands
Ten- Thousands
Millions
Thousands
Tens
Ones
Skill Review To write a whole number in expanded form, add the value of its digits (for
example, the expanded form of 152 is 100 + 50 + 2). To write it in word form, write out the value of its digits (for example, one hundred, fifty, two). How to Play (Replace the given examples with the actual date.) 1. Write today’s date, using a number for the month (1/23/2024).
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2. Remove the slashes and write the numbers with no spaces between (1232024). 3. Add commas to the number (1,232,024). 4. Write the number in expanded form (1,232,024 = 1,000,000 + 200,000 + 30,000 + 2,000 + 20 + 4). 5. W rite the number in word form (one million, two hundred thirty-two thousand, twenty-four). Daily Numbers Fun for all ages and skill levels. Object Work as a family and use the digits in the day’s date to create at least five numbers. Want a challenge? See if you can make all of the numbers, 1–10. Materials Needed Paper and pencils for each player or team to make a simple chart numbered 1–5. For a challenge, extend it to 10. Skill Review Players may use any operations they know (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) to play this game and may use counters or other manipulatives to help them make the numbers. How to Play 1. Start with the date, using a number for the month (for example: 7/4/2030; 7 4 2 0 3 0). 2. Using the date, players use any operations to make the numbers 10 through 1. See the two examples below. 3. P layers earn one point for every number they make correctly. Examples: To make 10: (7 x 4) + 2 + 0 (÷ by 3) + 0 To make 9: 7 – 4 (x 2) + 0 + 3 + 0
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