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Place the concept/term in the center and have branches out to other key connected ideas, terms, or concepts, and under each of these list associated words, expressions, or concepts. Two examples are shown below. Record the word in the center oval. Write a definition of the word. Enter facts or characteristics of the word. Show examples of the word.
Math teachers and mathematicians use special jargon to specify what kind of work is being asked for, and a lot of the time the verb in the question is the key to knowing what to do. Some verbs are quite simple — if you’re asked to list, graph, convert, explain... these instructions should be clear. Other instructions are worth a bit of commentary:
1. The teacher provides an explanation or example/description of the word or phrase in simple terms. The Junior Illustrated Dictionary provides some support. Note the definitions used here are less formal than Maths Terms and Tables 2. Students restate the description in their own words. Students using the words and describe them Word List My ...
Grade Level CC Word (common core words are bolded) Definition Academic Vocabulary Words Mathematics K K.G.2 cone A solid 3 dimensional object that a has a circular base and one vertex K K.G.4 corner The place where two lines meet K K.CC.1‐6 K.MD.3 count To say numbers in order K K.G cube Box shaped solid object that has 6 identical square faces
Select Vocabulary Terms: Identify the relevant math words based on the grade level and topic you're focusing on. Design the Worksheet: Create a visually appealing layout and organize the activities logically. Incorporate examples, definitions, and contextual sentences to enhance comprehension.
Students engage with the text that the teacher has provided. Students write the words into a table or in their workbook after they have engaged with the text. Teachers model their own example to share with students. An example from Mathematics Standard has been included. Teachers could pre-select the ten words.
This glossary contains words and phrases from Fourth through Sixth Grade Everyday Mathematics. To place the definitions in broader mathematical contexts, most entries also refer to sections in this Teacher’s Reference Manual.
