Math Mammoth Light Blue Series Grade 7-B Worktext (Colored Version)

Math Mammoth Light Blue Series Grade 7-B Worktext (Colored Version)

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ISBN: 9781942715252
Grades: 7

Category Description for Math Mammoth:

Theres a whole lot to like about this well-conceived and inexpensive math program. The main features of this program, according to author Maria Miller, are:

  • Focus is on conceptual understanding rather than rote problem-solving
  • Teacher instructions are right in the book; no need to buy a separate teacher book
  • Clear explanations are written for the student, so the lessons are virtually self-teaching
  • Lessons use lots of visual and pattern exercises
  • Mastery oriented:concentrates on each topic for a long time studying fewer topics per grade than with spiral
  • Emphasis is on mental math and number sense
  • Very little teacher preparation is required
  • Content aligned to Common Core Standards

These are all valid claims and sum up this approach nicely. Its linear approach is similar to that of the MCP Math program. Topics are introduced, studied in depth, then the student proceeds to the next topic. Visually, it reminds me of Developmental Math because of the extensive use of pictorial representations. Users posting online have compared the course to Singapore Math, but I don't really see much similarity. While they both emphasize conceptual learning and mental computation skills, Math Mammoth has a much more traditional feel. A distinguishing feature of this program is the authors amazing ability to simplify and clarify math processes so children can understand them easily. Even in printed form, this course is the easiest on the budget using a strictly by-grade comparison. And for those purchasing the complete program on CD (or download), the savings are even greater. Imagine getting a complete, masterfully taught math curriculum for grades 1-7 for less than $150. I would call that frugal and smart.

Each Grade Level Set consists of four components: Student Workbooks A & B, an (optional) set of Tests and Cumulative Reviews, and an Answer Key containing answers to both workbooks and tests. Currently, we carry the curriculum in print format or CD format by the grade level, Grades 1-3 and 4-7 combined on CD, and the entire course on CD. The course is also available as a download (go to mathmammoth.com site) for slightly less than the CD price. Both download and CD have colored student pages. All grade levels of printed materials are now available in your choice of black and white or color. Currently, the CDs also include bonus software, Soft-Pak - for Windows only (math, language arts and testing).

Student Workbooks A and B for each level have varying numbers of chapters, each focusing on a math topic. These are sometimes very broad. For example, one very large chapter (68 pages!) in Worktext 4-B is simply titled, “Division”. It reviews division, and then covers every facet of fourth grade division. Since division skills are being built step-by-step throughout the chapter, there’s really no need for review or testing until the end; but it does make for a long teaching unit. Each chapter begins with a short introduction. This is where you will find any teacher instruction for the chapter, including background information, strategies and ideas for teaching lesson concepts, a summary of lessons by title (including number of pages for each), and a list of Helpful Internet Resources for further exploration, practice and enrichment. If the chapter is on a skill introduced in a previous grade, the skill is reviewed before the new material is introduced. Lessons each include a complete explanation of each skill being taught, numerous examples and models (many visual) to help students understand the concepts behind the math, and a reasonable number of problems for students to work to ensure comprehension.

The lessons vary from 1-5 pages each. For planning, the author suggests simply dividing the number of pages in each book by the teaching days rather than planning to teach a lesson a day. This would generally mean covering 1-2 pages a day depending on grade level. After the last lesson in each chapter there are one or two reviews. Chapter tests are contained in the separate Tests and Cumulative Reviews Book, as are cumulative reviews (taken upon completion of each worktext chapter) and a comprehensive test for the grade level. A nice feature is the inclusion of grading instructions and scales. If remediation is indicated, the author provides a website (www. homeschoolmath.net) for additional math worksheets by grade level and skill. Worksheets are randomly generated within your provided parameters, so each is different.

Use the Skills Review Workbooks books alongside the Math Mammoth curriculum to review concepts that are being taught. Each book is divided into chapters that correspond with the curriculum chapters. These workbooks are optional, and are intended for those who want a spiral review. Each review in the workbook is one page in length and includes a variety of math exercises. Students might write math equations, color pictures, or solve puzzles to put their math skills to the test. Some children require more practice than others, so use only the review pages you need. Skills Review Workbooks are printed with color for a little more visual appeal, and the number of reviews vary from book to book. Answer Keys are a separate book and are also printed in color.

As mentioned briefly before, I find the author’s teaching methods very solid, efficient, and effective. Her goal is to imbue the student with an understanding of the concepts in math rather than just how to solve problems and this is evident in her instruction. She consistently shares strategies, “tricks” and revealing insights into the mysteries of math, essentially putting a teacher right on the page. An example is in teaching beginners to add numbers with sums greater than 10. She tells students that when adding 9 to a number, the 9 “really wants to be a ten”, so you should take one from the other number to make it a ten, and then add the rest. I have seen few other curriculums (see Miquon Math) that teach students alternate, flexible ways like this to approach operations. Another feature I liked in the book was using gridded workspaces for solving problems. Especially for students just starting to use multiple-digit operations, it’s helpful to get them in the habit of keeping answers neatly aligned in columns. I also like the scale problems in Grade 4’s multiplication and other chapters. These are much like the ones in CTP’s Balance Math program and very effective for understanding how equations work. There’s also a healthy balance of word problems in the lessons with realistic, practical contexts. The geometry sections are particularly good, too, with ample hands-on work. The author even includes printable manipulatives for constructing your own geometric solids.


Category Description for COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMS - ELEMENTARY:

Primary Subject
Mathematics
Grade
7
ISBN
9781942715252
Format
Paperback
Brand Name
Taina Maria Miller
Weight
1.55 (lbs.)
Dimensions
11.0" x 8.5" x 0.62"
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I love math mammoth...challenging but reasonable in approach. I appreciate the methods of teaching the concepts!
Joey W on Aug 15, 2022
Math mammoth is the BEST math curriculum hands down. I am a former middle school math teacher who taught in a public school and now I am a homeschooling parent.
Linda M on Jan 4, 2022
I love math mammoth...challenging but reasonable in approach. I appreciate the methods of teaching the concepts!
Joey W on Aug 15, 2022
This is the curriculum used for the Pre-algebra class at my daughter's new hybrid school. I wanted to get the version with color as she's very visual and I think it will help her. I greatly appreciate that Rainbow Resource clearly denotes which version has color and which version does not.
Jessica B on Jul 14, 2022
Math mammoth is the BEST math curriculum hands down. I am a former middle school math teacher who taught in a public school and now I am a homeschooling parent.
Linda M on Jan 4, 2022
We've used Math Mammoth curriculum through all grades for all of our kiddos. It is very thorough and well laid out. It's described as being Common Core .. it indicates where to stop if you're following Common Core but offers more for a complete lesson.
Deborah S on May 27, 2021
Great math curriculum. We have the downloads but it's too expensive to print them at our local print store. We enjoy this math tremendously and have seen great results.
clearwaters14 on Sep 13, 2020
good curriculum for pre-algebra
Celeste C on Jul 30, 2020
Required for a school/co-op class.
Jami I on Jul 15, 2020
Math Mammoth is an excellent and thorough math curriculum, and it is very well-priced compared to many other similar math programs.
Blake M on Jan 6, 2020
Our favorite elementary math
Jonna K on Jul 5, 2019
Excellent Math curriculum. The WorkText books are well designed and teach effective math skills. We have used this curriculum many years.
Karen S on Jan 28, 2019
it was required for a tutors class
Rachel W on Aug 8, 2018
I have the digital version but got tired of printing. Excellent program!
Erin B on Jun 21, 2018
Moving up from Math Mammoth 6. Love MM because all the instructions are within the workbooks.
Erin B on May 21, 2018
This is the curriculum used for the Pre-algebra class at my daughter's new hybrid school. I wanted to get the version with color as she's very visual and I think it will help her. I greatly appreciate that Rainbow Resource clearly denotes which version has color and which version does not.
Jessica B on Jul 14, 2022
We've used Math Mammoth curriculum through all grades for all of our kiddos. It is very thorough and well laid out. It's described as being Common Core .. it indicates where to stop if you're following Common Core but offers more for a complete lesson.
Deborah S on May 27, 2021
I would like to use Life of Fred Beginning Algebra after completing Math Mammoth 7. Has anyone here done this? I am interested if the transition went well, and how the student received the new approach moving from MM to LOF. Any other thoughts would be appreciated. Many thanks
Assia on Mar 3, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Life of Fred is so completely different from Math Mammoth. It is just little silly stories that teach a concept and then a few practice questions at the end of the chapter.
If your student has thrived with the comprehensive and rigorous standards of Math Mammoth, I would not think Life of Fred would be a good next step. But you could find someone nearby who has Life of Fred, borrow them for a bit, and give it a try.
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