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                                    Mrs. Plathe-6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Math and Science

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                                    To contact Mrs: Plathe:  splathe@stpatricks-perry-ia.org
                                    Mrs. Plathe teaches math and science to sixth through eighth graders. She grew up in Algona, and graduated from Iowa State University in 2006 with a degree in elementary education with an emphasis in middle school and mathematics.  She also has a master's degree in curriculum and instruction.  Mrs. Plathe substitute taught for the Ankeny and North Polk school districts.  She is married to Chuck and they have 4 children.  She enjoys reading, going to the movies, and spending time with her family.

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                                    Math Homework for 2/20/2012

                                    6th Grade...
                                    -pg. 308-309 #3-9 all, 10-22 evens

                                    7th Grade
                                    -pg. 376-377 #3-9 all, 10-16 evens

                                    8th Grade...
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                                    Science Homework for 2/20/2012

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                                    7th Grade...
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                                    ...mAtH pHoTos...

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                                    Some sixth graders cramming before a quiz over probability.

                                    ...sCiEnCe PHoToS...

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                                    Creating volcanos to erupt!
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                                    Math Learning Websites

                                    http://www.coolmath4kids.com/
                                    This website has a variety of math topics that are designed for learning and fun for ages prealgebra and up (ages 13+).
                                    http://www.onlinemathlearning.com/

                                    Find quizzes, practice skills, get homework help, or play games to get ahead in the subject of math.
                                    http://www.mathplayground.com/
                                    A website for elementary and middle school students to practice math skills, play games, and have some fun.

                                    Science Learning Websites

                                    http://www.sciencemonster.com/
                                    Science Monster is an interactive website filled with kid-friendly information over the many topics of science.
                                    http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/gamesactivities.html

                                    Play fun games and activities over a wide variety of science topics from space to gases while still learning.
                                    http://video.pbs.org/subject/957383708/
                                    Watch videos that explore the many subjects of science while learning about the people behind some very important scientific discoveries.