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Decimals Decide Olympic Champions

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The class discovers how a decimal can make all the difference in the Olympics. As they learn about decimal place values, they compare and contrast data and demonstrate decimal values using manipulatives.

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compare and contrast, base 10, math modeling, math applications, number lines, numbers, number systems, place value, whole numbers

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number system, place value, whole numbers, compare, visual models, base ten, math
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Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
4 days
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Project-Based Learning
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Technology
Video
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