Mathematical Thinking: Singapore Math Full Curriculum 4A/4B (Ongoing Class)
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 4
I believe success in math depends on a child's ability to not only understand numerical concepts, but to be able to apply those strategies to problems by using mathematical thinking. My approach in this class is to give students the tools they need to be able to solve problems, and then allow them to experiment, fail, and try again until they get the answer. Throughout the semester, we work on developing strategies, understanding relationships, and building confidence. As I tell my...
Students who participate in all 36 weeks will be able to: -Add/Subtract 5- and 6-digit numbers -Understand factors and multiples -Add, subtract, and multiply fractions -Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals
I am a certified elementary teacher who has been teaching hands-on math to young children for over 20 years. I have taught in a variety of settings, including public school, private school, and homeschool environments. I have been teaching Math on Outschool for 2 years.
Homework Offered
Students will be expected to complete 4-8 pages of homework each week. Assignments will be posted in the Classroom.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students are assessed constantly during their work in class. Throughout the activities, we discuss our thinking and our strategies for approaching problems.Grades Offered
I will provide downloadable activity supplies (number cards, recording sheets, etc.) if they are needed for the week's games. Many of the games require paper/pencil, index cards and dice, so having those on hand will be helpful. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED MATERIALS: Dimensions 4A Workbook, available here for about $13: https://www.singaporemath.com/collections/dimensions-math-pk-5/products/dimensions-math-workbook-4a?variant=40979857965245 Dimensions 4B Workbook (needed in January): https://www.singaporemath.com/collections/dimensions-math-pk-5/products/dimensions-math-workbook-4b?variant=40979858096317 10-sided dice, available here for about $9: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01959253Q/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mindspark0f-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B01959253Q&linkId=0ede864e3145b1f149f5d096a7202a02 OPTIONAL MATERIALS: We will be using mostly virtual manipulatives, but the following can be useful for those who struggle with new concepts: Place Value Discs (at least 10 hundreds, 20 tens, and 30 ones, available here for $10: https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Resources-Place-Value-LER5215/dp/B01MQXYVRC (USED ONLY FOR MULTIPLICATION & DIVISION CHAPTERS) Fraction Manipulatives, available here for about $18. You can also purchase just the bars or just the circles. https://www.amazon.com/BMAG-Magnetic-Educational-Manipulatives-Elementary/dp/B085RK9C7Z/ (USED ONLY FOR FRACTION CHAPTERS)
Dimensions Math: https://www.singaporemath.com/pages/dimensions-math-pk-5-for-schools
Hi! I'm a Colorado-certified elementary teacher and a veteran homeschool parent of 4 children. For over 20 years, I've taught hundreds of children in grades PreK-8 in a variety of settings. In 2016, I founded and ran a microschool for 3 years,...
Group Class
$42
weekly ($21 per class)2x per week
40 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages 8-10
3-6 learners per class