Math Tutor

Description

Need a bit of extra practice with some of your math skills - let the Math Tutor help. This series provides instruction, practice, and assessment in correlation with state, national, and provincial standards. The books in this series are all formatted similarly which makes them easy to use for independent practice in specific skill areas. Each book is 78 pages, reproducible for classroom or family use, and arranged in a systematic way where skills build on previous skills. Each section begins with "Absorb" in which the concept or skill is introduced. Key terms are highlighted in this section for easy identification. The second part of each section is "Apply" in which the students practice the new skill or concept, and "Extra Practice" is exactly that - extra practice. 2 or 3 'section reviews' are found strategically placed in which students are quizzed over the skills covered to that point, and a 'final review' is found at the end of the book which covers all skills presented in the book. Step-by-step instruction provides students with a refresher on specific topics, extra practice along with regular curriculum, or just review before a big test.

Multiplication & Division explains the functions of multiplication and division, multiplying and dividing by 1, 2, and 3 digit numbers, multiples of 10, remainders, multiplying and dividing with decimals (1, 2, or 3 places), and estimating results. Fractions & Decimals explain fractions, add/subtract/multiply/divide fractions and mixed numbers, improper fractions, ordering fractions, converting fractions to decimals, and decimals to fractions. Pre-algebra concepts include factoring, fractions, positive & negative numbers, order of operations, square and square roots, exponents, variables, problem solving, perimeter, area, volume, circles, number properties, and data analysis. Algebra concepts include factoring, fractions, positive and negative numbers, order of operations, exponents, variables, problem solving, equations, and polynomials.

Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.