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Grade 4, Math Std 16: Determine if outcomes of simple events are likely, unlikely, certain, equally likely, or impossible.

Lesson Plans: Socrates and the Three Little Pigs Students will gain an understanding of probability which will allow them to make reasonable estimates. Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday Students will figure out the probability that the penny's sixth toss will be heads also. Students will also figure the probability of having six coin tosses in a row all end on the same side. "A Closet Full of Shoes" and "Picture Puzzle Piece" by Shel Silverstein Students will understand the concept of simple probability. Hershey's Kisses - Probability with a Random Drawing Students will define probability; predict, record, and discuss outcomes from a random drawing; and identify most likely and least likely outcomes. Each student will conduct a random drawing; record the data on a data chart; analyze the data; and graph the data. Probability The students will conduct an experiment; collect data; predict, record, and discuss outcomes; and analyze data for probability. Probability with Number Cubes The purpose of this lesson is for students to begin learning the basic principles of probability using number cubes and tally charts. Sticks and Stones Students will collect and display data regarding the moves in a game of Sticks and Stone (a Native American game) and use probability to estimate the average number of turns to win a game.

Resources: Let's Do Math Students solve non-standard problems. Virtual Coin Toss Have you ever wondered what would happen if you tossed a coin 100 times? Try it here. Introduction to Probability Students will define and explore probability. A Maths Dictionary for Kids by Jenny Eather The Maths Dictionary is animated, interactive, and allows students to practice their math skills. Over 500 terms are explained in simple language. Click on "billion" and discover that you have 10 billion brain cells working for you right now. Roll your mouse over the world time zone chart and you instantly know the time for that part of the world. Every math teacher should bookmark this Web site. National Library of Virtual Manipulatives Virtual manipulatives related to NCTM standards in the areas of Number & Operations, Algebra, Geometry, Measurement, and Data Analysis & Probability. To access tools, click inside the grid on the cell that matches the grade level and standards area desired. Figure This! From NCTM: Three to four math challenges using real world examples are posted here each month. For those who need help solving the challenge, there are hints and complete solutions, along with related problems.
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