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Summer Slide: Getting Ready for Middle School Math
Malikai Bass M.A
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In this twice a week class, students will practice key skills from fifth grade and expand for middle school readiness by playing games and solving problems using decimals, fractions, volume, multiplication, and division.
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 6
Intermediate Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
This class is designed to provide rising sixth graders with the skills and strategies they will need to succeed in an accelerated middle school curriculum. These classes are a hybrid of individualized learning and traditional classes. Each section has no more than six learners which provides a foundation for strong relationships, social-emotional learning, and truly individualized instruction. The curriculum is problem-based this means instead of lectures or videos students work together as...
4 units//16 lessons//8 Weeks
Unit 1Multiply and Divide Whole NumbersMultiply and Divide Whole Numbers5 lessons3 WeeksWeek 1Lesson 1Producing the Largest ProductIn this lesson we will compare and contrast products made with the same set of digits to understand how to make the largest products preparing for pre-algebra and algebra 1 ideas while practicing efficient multiplication strategies.Lesson 2More MultiplicationIn this lesson, we will practice a variety of strategies to find efficient ways to multiply large whole numbers by observing patterns.Week 2Lesson 3Factoring in FactorsIn this lesson, we will consider factors in multiplication problems as a way to help us choose efficient strategies and expand our mental math skills.Lesson 4Diving into DivisionWe will practice long division and use logical estimates to identify mistakes in the our work and example work. We will practice writing division expressions for real world situationsWeek 3Lesson 5More DivisionWe'll practice a variety of division strategies to help find efficient ways to solve large division problems including using mental math.Unit 2VolumeVolume4 lessons3 WeeksWeek 3Lesson 6Revisit VolumeWe will solve real world problems involving volume and multi-step problem solving.Week 4Lesson 7Estimating Volume of the World's Largest WagonWe will solve problems about volume and make an estimate of the volume of the world's largest wagon using repeated logical reasoning. This prepares students for work in modeling in pre-algebra and algebra one.Lesson 8Filling Up The World's Largest WagonWe will solve multistep problems filling the wagon with sand, boxes, and other things and practice real world mathematical modeling skills.Week 5Lesson 9Problem Solving With Volume: WaterWe will apply our understanding of volume to water and a real world scenario involving rain-water catchment systems. We will also practice unit conversions.Unit 3FractionsFractions4 lessons3 WeeksWeek 5Lesson 10Here Comes the SumWe will practice adding fractions with unlike denominators using games.Week 6Lesson 11What's the Difference?We will practice subtracting fractions with unlike denominators using games.Lesson 12Decimal Game DayWe will practice adding and subtracting decimals using a variety of games.Week 7Lesson 13Fraction Multiplication Game DayWe will practice multiplying fractions using games.Unit 4Create Your Own ProblemsCreate Your Own Problems3 lessons2 WeeksWeek 7Lesson 14Notice and WonderStudents will create their own notice and wonder problems to share their own math understandings and inspire deeper thinking as well as build confidence with this activity.Week 8Lesson 15Estimation Exploration + Number TalkStudents will create their own number talk and estimation explroation problems to share their own math understandings and inspire deeper thinking as well as build confidence with this activity.Lesson 16True and False + Which One Doesn't BelongStudents will create their own sets of true and false problems and which one doesn't belong problems to share their own math understandings and inspire deeper thinking as well as build confidence with this activity.
Students consolidate and solidify their understanding of various concepts and skills related to major work of fifth grade. They also continue to work toward fluency goals of the fifth grade.
Divide multi-digit whole numbers using place value strategies and the properties of operations.
Fluently multiply multi-digit whole numbers using the standard algorithm.
Solve multi-step problems involving volume.
Review the major work of the grade by creating and designing instructional routines.
Prepare for an accelerated middle grade math curriculum.I have been completed three college-level courses on common-core math instruction. I have worked as a math instructor for middle school students in a private school setting. I have ten years of experience as a math tutor including working with students from ages 5 (kindergarten) to 25 (Graduate Readiness Exam). I have served as a teaching assistant in college-level math courses.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Learners will receive a written progress report.Grades Offered
This class is designed by an AUDHD/Dyspraxic Educator - slides and fonts designed to support dyslexia and visual processing - ability to type and use virtual drawing tools - communication aids including chat - ND Affirming classroom
Students should have good content mastery over elementary math standards. Students should have proficiency (with or without aid) of keyboard and mouse or touch screen devices.
Learners will need standard school supplies such as a notebook, pencil, ruler, highlighter, scissors, and tape/glue. For games they will need a dice with numbers, four paper plates, and four paper clips.
We will be using nearpod during this class. Students will need to click a link in chat and enter their first name or initial into the program. Students should be reminded not to use their full name. Students will also need access to scissors and may require adult supervision or support.
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(272)
Hello, I have thirteen years of experience in education. As an eclectic academic learner, I had lots of opportunities to benefit others with my unique understanding and gifted perspective as a twice exceptional learner. I hold a master’s degree in...
Group Class
$256
for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
45 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-6 learners per class
