Math Talk Mental Math Exercise Engage Through Signaling Review Math Strategies Explore Mathematical Connections and Relationships Construct Viable Arguments Critique the Reasoning of Others Develop Deeper Conceptual Skills Use Mathematical Language to Share Different Strategies and Approaches Promote Critical and Creative Thinking Develop Academic Vocabulary in Meaningful Contexts Engage in Challenging Tasks

Math Talk Real Life Scenario Jonathan’s dad told him that he could grow a garden in his backyard. However he could only take up 24 square feet of space. What could the possible length and width of Jonathan’s garden be? Area = 24 square feet

Math Talk Area = 24 square feet In your head think: What are some strategies you might try? What do the variables (length and width) used in the problem represent? Is there more than one solution to the problem? Algebraic Thinking and Measurement What could the possible length and width of Jonathan’s garden be?