Learning Path
Exploring Time with 5th and 6th Class Learning Path
By PDST
his learning path, suitable for 5th and 6th class, supports the exploration of the relationship between time, distance and average speed through a series of challenges, tasks and activities.
6 resources in this Learning Path
1
Measures Handbook - PDST Numeracy
https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/19602/19325.pdf Added: 24 Oct 2016 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: HandbookThis manual has been designed by members of the Professional Development Service for Teachers. The aim of this Teacher’s Handbook is to assist teachers in teaching the strand of Measures (infants to 6th
class). This comprises the Strand Units of Length, Area, Weight, Capacity, Time and Money. This resource is
intended to complement and support the implementation of the Primary School Mathematics Curriculum
(PSMC) rather than replace it.
How it maps to the curriculum
Strand: Measures
Suggestions for use: Teachers should use the handbook as an instructional framework advocating methods of eliciting, supporting and extending higher-order mathematics skills such as reasoning; communicating and expressing; integrating and connecting; and applying and problem solving
Strand: Measures
Suggestions for use: Teachers should use the handbook as an instructional framework advocating methods of eliciting, supporting and extending higher-order mathematics skills such as reasoning; communicating and expressing; integrating and connecting; and applying and problem solving
Strand: Measures
Suggestions for use: Teachers should use the handbook as an instructional framework advocating methods of eliciting, supporting and extending higher-order mathematics skills such as reasoning; communicating and expressing; integrating and connecting; and applying and problem solving
Strand: Measures
Suggestions for use: Teachers should use the handbook as an instructional framework advocating methods of eliciting, supporting and extending higher-order mathematics skills such as reasoning; communicating and expressing; integrating and connecting; and applying and problem solving
2
Trundle Wheel Measures - Time Activity for 5th and 6th Class (Suggested worksheet)
https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/32118/31860.docx Added: 25 Mar 2020 Contributor: PDST Resource type: Assessment / WorksheetLearners compare distances traveled to estimates for different types of movements. Calculate speed per second, minute and hour.
Accompany PDST Measures manual https://www.scoilnet.ie/uploads/resources/19602/19325.pdf
How it maps to the curriculum
- 5-6
- Mathematics
Strand: Measures
Strand unit: Time
Content objective: This resource should enable a child to:
- explore the relationship between time, distance and average speed
Suggestions for use: This is a suggested record sheet. Learners can also compare distances and speeds of family members
3
Bike Ride - Time Activity for 5th and 6th class
https://nrich.maths.org/1010 Added: 25 Mar 2020 Contributor: PDST Resource type: Assessment / Lesson PlanThis problem could be used when time, length and distance are being introduced or discussed. It also requires careful thinking to work out how the problem should be tackled.
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- 5-6
- Mathematics
Strand: Measures
Strand unit: Time
Content objective: This resource should enable a child to:
- explore the relationship between time, distance and average speed
Suggestions for use: Develop higher order maths skills: problem solving, reasoning
4
Timmy, Tammy, Tommy - Problem Solving Time Activity for 5th and 6th class
https://nrich.maths.org/2408 Added: 25 Mar 2020 Contributor: PDST Resource type:This challenging problem can consolidate student understanding of average speed, distance and time.
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- 5-6
- Mathematics
Strand: Measures
Strand unit: Time
Suggestions for use: Consolidation activity. Developing computational strategies for understanding.
5
Senior Brainteaser - Hare and Tortoise
https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/19401/19095.pdf Added: 28 Sep 2016 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type:Document on a Senior Brainteaser - Hare and Tortoise Race. Recommended by PDST Numeracy Team for Maths Week Daily Brainteaser Challenge. Answers can be submitted via @PDSTNumeracy @ScoilnetPrimary. Students will need to explore the relationship between time, distance and average speed.
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
Strand: Measures
Strand unit: Time
Suggestions for use: Solve the Problem of the Day Brainteaser Challenge individually, in pairs or as a class.
Strand: Measures
Strand unit: Time
Content objective: This resource should enable a child to:
- explore the relationship between time, distance and average speed
Suggestions for use: Solve the Problem of the Day Brainteaser Challenge individually, in pairs or as a class.
6
Time, distance and average speed calculator.
http://www.machinehead-software.co..../bike/speed_distance_time_calc.html Added: 16 Nov 2011 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Game / SimulationA great tool which works out time, distance and average speed by using inputs, including distance, time and speed. It is used by cyclists but just as good for the classroom. (Needs Java)
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- 5-6
- Mathematics
Strand: Measures
Strand unit: Time
Suggestions for use: This calculator could be used after a walking activity in the hall, school surrounds or elsewhere. The children are given the relevant formula for their challenge and then check their answers against the calculator. The website gives the formula used which will aid the children with the challenge.
