Mathematics
Mathematics
Everyday Mathematics is the program used to teach mathematics. The focus of this program is to enhance problem solving and mental math skills without losing sight of the basic math concepts needed in today's world. The program is organized into the six strands seen below. Students revisit topics within each strand several times throughout the year. Many of the third grade topics are investigated with tools such as calculators, geoboards, and base 10 blocks.
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Introduce and explore circumference and diameter of circles |
Identify patterns on multiplication/division fact table |
Collect and analyze high and low temperatures in U.S. |
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Use geoboards to investigate the relationship between area and lengths of sides of rectangles and squares |
Solve number models containing parentheses |
Collect and analyze sunrise/sunset data |
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Discuss mean, median, and mode |
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Compare perimeters and areas |
Extend decimal notation to tenths and hundredths |
Review addition and subtraction fact families |
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Explore volume |
Compare and order decimals |
Review inverse relationship between addition and subtraction |
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Make and use an angle measurer |
Construct number-line poster for fractions |
Review inverse relationship between multiplication and division |
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Find equivalent fractions using fraction cards |
Reinforce mental math strategies |
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Solve number stories involving two or more operations |