Grades 4 and 5

History

Students in grades 4 and 5 participated in the math trail at Manley Elementary School. Each class read a book about Davy Crockett. We also talked about life in pioneer times. In Morristown, a replica of the original Crockett Tavern can be toured in the summer months. Davy Crockett lived in the tavern as a young boy. He is a legendary figure in the history of Tennessee. The students discussed the many possibilities of using math in the pioneer days to solve problems. They worked very hard and did a wonderful job.

I would like to thank Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Tullock, Mrs. Kragel, and Mrs. Smith for their cooperation and patience in completing this project. I am a student in college and worked at Manley Elementary School as part of a program called America Counts. This was a fun project designed to help the students understand how math can be used outside of the classroom. It also gave me a new understanding of how valuable and dedicated teachers are. I never realized the amount of effort required to plan and teach a group of students.

Thanks Again

Teresa Hullinger

Manley Elementary Students

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