Ontario K–8 curriculum · Glossary

estimation strategies

Definition

Estimation strategies are clever mental shortcuts kids use to get a close-enough answer when they don't need an exact one, like guessing how many candies are in a jar.

estimation strategies is a term used in Ontario’s Kindergarten to Grade 8 curriculum.

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