Well, we were right! Snow day today! I know many of you are excited to start the vaction early and I hope you and your families all have a wonderful and safe holiday.
I realized this morning that Christmas and this time of year is always hectic, and it is a time of year I really rely on my math skills. Yes, I know you have a hard time believing it, but you are using math over vacation! How many of you are buying gifts this year? Well, I bet you have a budget on what to spend. As I finish up my shopping, I am constantly making mental and written lists of how much I have spent and how much money I have left. I am calculating percentages (you know I love a sale) and subtracting the differences.
I also like to bake during the holidays. Usually this means doubling or tripling recipes to make enough yummy cookies to give away. My fractions skills are always put to the test during this!
Last night I was watching the news anticipating the big storm. The weather reporters were talking about the "percentage" of chances of snow. The "rate" of snowfall per hour. The total "sum" of accumulation. Geez, math was everywhere! And you thought you could forget about it for two weeks :)
I hope you have a great vacation. Think about how you are using math over the break. Share some ways with us! Merry Christmas and see you next year!
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