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Mathematics Resources

Here are some helpful resources regarding math as a subject that have influenced my philosophy as a teacher.  Included are also ways to support your student.
  1.  TEDtalk by Dan Meyer, who has been a major influence on my teaching style, and is a team lead for Desmos Math Curriculum (Link: Math Class Needs a Makeover)
  2. (Long version) - 12 Steps to Increase Your Child's Math Achievement (Link)
  3. (Short version) - 6 Ways Parents Can Help Their Kids with Math (Link)
  4. "What is Mathematical Beauty?" (Link)
  5. Ideas for using a timer to complete a task
  6. Mathematics is a Journey not a Sprint (Link)
  7. Article: Why Math Education in the US Doesn't Add Up
  8. Article: Why Kids Should Use Their Fingers in Math Class
  9. "YouCubed.org" Parent Resources
  10. YouCubed Tasks for Students (Link)
  11. Jo Boaler on "Number Sense" (Link)
  12. Tour of Mathematical Connections Video (Link)
 
 
What math will my students be learning this year?
 
Below are summaries by unit designed for family members to understand in order to support their student's understanding at home.
 
Grade 6 Family Summaries  here
Grade 7 (Pre-Algebra) Family Summaries  here
*Grade 8 (Algebra1) Family Summaries  here
*Note these units are in a different order, working on a more accurate summary folder soon!
 
 
What are the important standards addressed at each grade level?
 
CPS provides a "Parent Guide" for ELA and Mathematics which outlines the core content addressed at each grade level.