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When solving math problems, the simple algorithm is often the easiest and simplest method to use. However, there are times within our classes when we may ask students to try to solve mathematical problems in new ways. Sometimes students need more options—they need more tools in their toolbox. If students learn multiple math strategies, not only can they solve more kinds of problems more efficiently, but they also gain a deeper understanding of mathematics and how to use it in daily life. The emphasis here is on developing both conceptual understanding & procedural fluency while being able to apply these skills when challenged with unique problems.
When Helping at Home
If you are tasked with helping your child at home, please help them in the manner that makes the most sense to you. If you learned it one way, feel free to teach it to them that way. The more understanding students have, the better off they will be. If you’re uncomfortable with helping them, have them bring it back to school and the classroom teacher will gladly assist. We don’t want students practicing a skill they may not be ready to practice.
Eureka Squared (K-3rd) provides a helpful Homework Helper page that can help parents understand the skill students are working on and what needs to be done by students on the homework problems. The page shows a similar problem worked out along with an explanation of the process.
Go Math (4th-5th) - if you are unsure about the skill you can do a quick YouTube search (example: Go Math Grade 4 Chapter 2 Lesson 3) to see the skill being taught.
Please click on the link below for more information.
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