Math Update

This week we learned about probability! In grade three students are are learning how to predict and investigate the frequency of a specific outcome in a simple probability experiment. 

We have been using spinners to play games that involve simple probability experiments. Here are some big ideas that we have been exploring:

If we spin this spinner...

We have a 1/8 chance of landing on red, a 2/8 chance of landing on yellow, a 2/8 chance of landing on blue, and a 3/8 chance of landing on green. 

It is most likely that we will land on green.

It is equally likely that we will land on yellow and blue

It is unlikely that we will land on red

It is impossible that we will land on purple. 

If you were playing a game which colour would you like to earn a point for landing on? 

How could you make a "fair game" using this spinner?

What would make an "unfair" game with this spinner?

We will have a short Show What You Know about probability on Monday afternoon. Students brought home a homework page to complete over the weekend. The homework is due on Monday. 

Here is a link to a website that has some good probability games for extra practise. *Some of the games on this link do not work though* 

Probability Games Online