For example
Estimate the shells in the jar first, then count to check your guess.
In Grade 3
Children guess first, then measure or count, and compare the two answers to see how close they came.
Watch out for
Children often work out the exact answer and call it an estimate. An estimate is meant to be quick and close, not exact.
Say it at home
Before counting anything, ask your child to guess the amount, then count to check.
The Caribbean Primary Maths Exam Prep Guide
Younger children may meet this as: about how many, roughly.
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