Practice Makes Perfect! Skill Building to Prepare for Pre-Algebra (Ages 10 - 13)

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Practice Makes Perfect! Skill Building to Prepare for Pre-Algebra (Ages 10 - 13)

Lisa M Holland, Certified Math Teacher, MA, BS

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(254)

This 4-day camp is a great way for learners to get introduced to pre-algebra topics, or strengthen their skills before moving into Algebra 1. Critical thinking activities and puzzles with instruction will be used to help reinforce skills!

Class Experience

Using a power point presentation, we will do a quick review of skills needed to be able to solve the puzzle/game of the day.  We will discuss strategies for solving problems, and volunteers will be called on to share their solutions.  Students can also use the chat box to share solutions.  A deeper dive into instruction will be provided as needed.  During the 4 days, students can expect to work on the following:

Class 1:  Solving a Decoder Puzzle to Practice Order of Operations 
Class 2: ...

Students participating in this class will:

-practice basic math operations (adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing)
-evaluate expressions using the order of operations (PEMDAS)
-use inverse operations to solve equations
-review problem solving strategies that can be used to help solve word problems

I LOVE math!  I love finding creative and interesting ways to deliver instruction while helping students build their math sense.  After 25 years of teaching Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, and Algebra 2 to students with a variety of skill levels, including 5 years teaching online to students learning from home, I feel uniquely qualified to provide learners with the tools they need to become masters of mathematics!

Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered

Students should have notebook paper and something to write with while in class.

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

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Meet the teacher

Lisa M Holland, Certified Math Teacher, MA, BS

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(254)

Hello!  I have been an educator for over 25 years!  My teaching career began when I worked with a math and science program for several summers at Morgan State University, with the goal of helping middle school students pass the statewide Maryland...