Math Mysteries: 6th Grade Math With Math Mysteries!
In this 30-40 minute class, students will solve math mysteries while learning 6th grade math concepts with Singapore methods. Small groups(5 or less), guided instruction, and help. Topics include decimals, fractions, percentage, area & rate
Kim Pinard, M.A. Learning and Instruction
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What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 7
Get $5 off the first class with coupon code PINARD5OFF5 until December 31, 2024. Enter the coupon code at checkout! Do you like mysteries? Do you like math, or need to practice sixth-grade math? Join me as we learn about 6th-grade math skills and complete math mysteries. This class will reinforce grade 6 math concepts, give students more practice, and encourage learners, all while focusing on solving a mystery. Sixth-grade students (any level), fifth-grade advanced students, and seventh-grade students who need review are all welcome! Class sizes are limited to 5 students. Class ranges from 30-40 minutes. Each class will begin with a question of the week and math related joke of the week, then we will read the case that we are working on. Cases may involve eliminating suspects or finding missing animals. Then I will present and model the math skill of the week. Students will work together to complete a few examples of the skill. Students are then given time to work independently or as a group to complete the math problems, which will spell out the clue for the day. Class ends with everyone sharing the clue and eliminating the suspect or marking on a map the next location for the missing animal. Most classes have 16 math practice problems to complete during independent work time. Most mysteries last 4 weeks, but students can join the class at any time. Students who join mid-mystery will be given clues that have already been discovered. At the end of the mystery, students are given a certificate for solving the case! Schedule of math skills and mysteries: Chewy's Beach Adventure Week of Dec 16 - Percents, Percents as decimals Week of Dec 30 - Percents and fractions Week of Jan 6 - Percentage of a quantity Week of Jan 13 - Taxes and discounts Algebra - Sand Sculpture Scandal Week of Jan 20 - Variables, Write Expressions Week of Jan 27 - Evaluate Expressions Week of Feb 3 - 1 Step Addition and Subtraction Equations Week of Feb 10 - 1 Step Multiplication and Division Equations Algebra & volume -Skiing Sleuths Week of Feb 17 - Simplify Algebraic Terms Week of Feb 24 - Distributive Property with Algebraic Terms Week of March 3 - No class, no charge Week of March 10 - Volume of Rectangular Prisms Week of March 17 - Surface Area of Rectangular Prisms Class structure: Joke of the week Read the case to solve Model math concept Guided math examples Independent work time (16 math practice problems) Discover the clue and eliminate suspects or mark on a map the next location Students will be taught using a document camera, so they will be able to see the math page, teaching notes, and examples during class time. Please note: some classes may have extra printables, such as the suspect list or map. Classes often are 30-40 minutes long, depending on the amount of time students need to finish their work. This class is an inclusive class and welcomes learners of all abilities, and is inclusive to students with learning disabilities, autism, anxiety, or any other learning differences. It is a small group (maximum of 5 students) to allow learners of all abilities. During independent work time, students are able to choose to complete problems together/as a group or to complete them independently.
Learning Goals
Students will complete 16 math problems on the skill for the week.During the first trimester, skills include: exponents, order of operations, mental math, add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals, ratios, equivalent ratios, rate, unit rate, and speed. This is approximately August through November.
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Learning Needs
This class is an inclusive class and welcomes learners of all abilities, and is inclusive to students with learning disabilities, autism, anxiety, or any other learning differences. It is a small group (maximum of 5 students).
Supply List
Printables (sent out weekly, some weeks may be 1-4 pages) Pencil, eraser One marker, colored pencil, or highlighter to cross off suspects or mark on map (optional) Some classes may require other materials, such as scissors and glue or a ruler Calculator (for select class/classes) - can be a calculator app or the google search 'calculator'
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
I have made all of the materials for this class.
Joined October, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
California Teaching Certificate in Special Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of San Francisco
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Central Connecticut State University
I have a master’s degree in Learning and Instruction as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. I taught general education and special education classes for seven years before becoming a homeschooling mom. I have taught all grade levels 1-6 mathematics, for both general education students and special needs students. I am a member of the Council for Exceptional Children, as well as have teacher certification for both general education and special education in the state of California.Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
30 min
Completed by 94 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
1-5 learners per class
