Real World Math with Javan Rhinos

Unlike other rhinos—which are very vocal—the Javan Rhino is a quiet animal which has made them difficult to study. They're so quiet because they're constantly doing word problems in their head. This class is a comprehensive math review of previously studied terms through word problems, during which students will strengthen their weaker areas of math.
 
Through in-class activities and independent practice word problems, students will review:
Determining the rate of change between two points using the Cartesian coordinate plane
Using one point on the Cartesian coordinate plane and a linear rate of change to locate the coordinates of another point on that line
Graphing linear equations by finding multiple solutions to the equations and recording them in x-y tables
Using the graph of a linear relationship to write the equation of the line
Creating a table of values to approximate the path of a line or curve of best fit
Creating a table of "changes" to approximate the local rate of change of lines and curves of best fit
Creating equations of functions in both standard and factored form to match a specified graph
Calculating whole number distances between two points on the Cartesian coordinate plane using the Pythagorean Theorem
Reflecting shapes on a coordinate grid over a line of reflection
Transforming a given shape to a target shape by dilating, rotating, translating, or reflecting
 
Day and Time: Wednesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM ET
Class Duration: 4 Weeks
Dates: May 7 - 28, 2025
Recommended for: Ages 13+ / Grades 8-9
Teacher: TTK Faculty
Required Materials: 
DreamBox math app*
 
*There is an additional $45 charge for DreamBox, which is a one-time purchase for the entire school year. Here at The Thinking Kid, we utilize the DreamBox Math App to enable our students to practice math skills outside of the classroom. DreamBox engages students through math games to test their proficiency in math concepts discussed in class. DreamBox access is essential to student success in our math program. If you have previously purchased DreamBox, please contact us at miriam@thethinkingkid.org