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The Calendar

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Luna, the friendly frog, can add 9 calendar dates in her head faster than Noah with a calculator! In this segment, she shows how to quickly find the sum of 9 dates. With a bit of practice, your students can learn this amazing math trick too!

The Calendar

The Calendar

Watch
  • Two videos are available:

    • Teacher’s Guide – Watch before class
      A short prep video with instructions and tips for leading the activity.

    • Classroom video– Play in class
      The main video for students helps them solve the math challenges in class.



    Surprise your class!
    Have your students watch the video first. Before revealing the explanation, the teacher can perform the “magic” in class—after a little practice! Seeing their teacher do it will amaze students and build excitement for learning the trick.

Arithmetic-Tac-Toe Teacher's Guide
The Calendar

The Calendar

Grades

The math level is for grades 4-6.
(Students should be able to do multiplications of 9 in their head)

 
 
Concepts

In this episode, students use Addition, Multiplication and Mental Math.

 
 
The Calendar

The Calendar

Activities

For this activity, students pair up and practice performing the trick together. With some rehearsal, they’ll gain confidence and be ready to surprise their family and friends with this impressive math skill.

The Calendar

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Your Teacher Toolkit — Click the tabs below to get started.

The Calendar

About

Luna, the friendly frog, can add 9 calendar dates in her head faster than Noah with a calculator! In this segment, she shows how to quickly find the sum of 9 dates. With a bit of practice, your students can learn this amazing math trick too!

The Calendar
Watch
  • Two videos are available:

    • Teacher’s Guide – Watch before class
      A short prep video with instructions and tips for leading the activity.

    • Classroom video– Play in class
      The main video for students helps them solve the math challenges in class.


    Surprise your class!
    Have your students watch the video first. Before revealing the explanation, the teacher can perform the “magic” in class—after a little practice! Seeing their teacher do it will amaze students and build excitement for learning the trick.

Arithmetic-Tac-Toe Teacher's Guide
The Calendar
Grades

The math level is for grades 4-6.
(Students should be able to do multiplications of 9 in their head)

 
 
Concepts

In this episode, students use Addition, Multiplication and Mental Math.

 
 
The Calendar
Activities

For this activity, students pair up and practice performing the trick together. With some rehearsal, they’ll gain confidence and be ready to surprise their family and friends with this impressive math skill.

The Calendar

Please take a moment to share your thoughts on the show and the segments you used in class.

Write Review