So I know we have all experienced CST testing these last few weeks. As I was trying to convince a 2nd/3rd grade split class to show the scratch work for math I had a bit of an epiphany with the help of a gifted 3rd grade boy.
You see he NEVER shows his scratch work and it is always like pulling teeth to get him to check his work and show it. So as I was talking to him I kept saying "when you do your math you make a note and you get your problems right" as I kept repeating it the boy said "it's like your singing a song!"
I thought about it... IT WAS! Here is what I came up with:
Do a little math
Make a little note
Get your problems right
Get your problems right
-sing it to the tune of :
Do a little dance
Make a little love
Get down tonight
Get down tonight
The students loved it! It became their little chant before CST math testing everyday. AND I noticed more students using the scratch paper during testing! I just wanted to share this with all of you so that you may continue to inspire.
FYI: I have not yet registered for summer class but will when my last student loan comes through.
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