Math Resources for Parents at CVR
Parents and guardians may notice that the homework and instruction their child receives in mathematics is different from what they remember when they were students. This is because math instruction has evolved over the years to adapt to advancements in technology and science, to incorporate results of research on student achievement in math, and to address high remediation rates in college. Adults may notice that the sequence of math topics is different, that more time is being spent on topics, and that students are being challenged to learn new skills and content. The reason for this is to help students develop numeracy—a conceptual understanding of how numbers work. Numerate students have developed a strong foundation that will help them excel when they study algebra, geometry, and other higher mathematics.
Mathematics Resources for Parents and Guardians from the California Department of Education: Click here to go directly to the State's math resource page
Creekview Ranch Teachers’ Recommended Resources
Grade Level | Resources by Grade Level |
TK | https://www.education.com/resources/preschool/math/ Play games with your child (Candyland, dice, Go Fish, Uno, puzzles, etc.), Count items when cleaning, cooking, etc. Play Ispy with shapes, colors, letters, and numbers) |
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2 | https://www.education.com/resources/second-grade/math/ |
3 | https://www.education.com/resources/third-grade/math/ Students should complete their homework on ThinkCentral as often as possible, using the “Step by Step” and “View Example” buttons when needed IXL Slideshow with links and videos, by unit |
4 | https://www.education.com/resources/fourth-grade/math/ Math with Mr. J YouTube Channel (search by standard) 2-Digit by 2-Digit Multiplication IXL-Students can log on and practice the recommended skills |
5 | 2-Digit by 2-Digit Multiplication Math with Mr. J YouTube Channel (search by standard) https://www.education.com/resources/fifth-grade/math/ |
6 | Digits Info Sheet to check assignment progress https://www.education.com/resources/sixth-grade/math/ |
7 | Digits Info Sheet to check assignment progress https://www.education.com/resources/seventh-grade/math/ |
8 | Digits Info Sheet to check assignment progress |
More Tips for Parents Helping Students Learn Math At Home
- When your child is struggling with a math problem, encourage them by looking for the right mathematical thinking.
- Math is not a race; do not time your child when they are working on math fluency.
- Never share with your children the idea that you were bad at math at school or you dislike it.
- Encourage number sense-the ability to separate and put numbers together flexibly-by talking with your child about how you solve math problems.
- Encourage a growth mindset, the idea that ability and smartness change as you work more and learn more.