Bridges Math in Room 21

In our math class we have been using metric and standard measurement.  Students created "beanstalks" with leaves and then measured the leaves in inches and centimeters.  They used the data to make line plots and comparisons.  You can see their work hanging in the hallway outside our classroom.
This kind of collaborative work is a hallmark of the Bridges Math curriculum.  This exploration is paired with direct instruction -a teacher led lesson, skill building -Math Work Places and Fluency Checkups.