In class yesterday, we discussed how much time off the kids were having for winter break.  We agreed that the amount of time off can be expressed as a fraction (mixed number, actually):  1 whole week off (where one week equals five days) and a full day off on January 2nd, and a half day off on December 23rd.

The kids’ OPTIONAL challenge:  Write a mixed number that accurately shows how many WEEKS off students will have for winter break.  Here’s a hint:Remember, you cannot put a decimal or fraction in the numerator’s place, so how will you account for the half day?!  (Interrobang, anyone?)

Anyone who returns a response when we come back to school – right or wrong – will get a chance.  Anyone who returns a correct response will earn the admiration of their teacher!