Linked here is the slide show with live links from the April 1st Number Talk.  If you are at all interested in Project Based Learning for your family, please take a look at the process that I went through to explore a general question about my local surroundings.  See the way that I applied mathematical concepts to my data for the purpose of a meaningful display. And then see the way that this first step led me to a specific driving question that will lead my future research.  Can you imagine how student driven inquiry can lead deep and meaningful learning in all subject areas?

For this project I chose to use Canva.com for my displays.  It was loads of fun as I'm just brand new to this platform (which is free for educators and students - wow!).  With younger students I might not go this route, but it is a fantastic program for older students who are beginning to make public displays of their learning.  I was delighted by the ways that I was able to use artistic elements and creativity to this exploration of biology and mathematics.  If you have questions, please reach out to me at ajorgensen@qsd48.org.  I'd love to chat!

                                                    https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zUFYzOM6jXIP3am0uCVsqVuShNcFfESaidmi0O39V58/edit?usp=sharing