6th Grade Math

About Math 6:

For Math 5-8 instruction, we use Core Curriculum by MidSchoolMath as our main resource.  

Our curriculum is founded on the following beliefs:

• Mathematics is best learned in context: Knowing how to, but not when to, is insufficient. Students should see math as a meaningful tool within their world. 

• Productive struggle: Not knowing how to solve a problem at the outset is ok and should be expected. Students will develop strong habits of mind, such as perseverance and thinking flexibly, instead of simply seeking the correct solution. 

• The Testing Effect: Students’ long-term retention increases when they are given the opportunity to practice recall of information through frequent low-stakes tests. 

•  Peer Teaching: Students learning from other students is a powerful mechanism, wherein both the “teachers” and the “learners” receive learning benefits   

This year, we will explore the following topics:

• Numerical Expressions and Factors

• Fraction and Decimal Operations

• Algebraic Expressions and Properties

• Areas of Polygons

• Ratios and Rates

• Integers and the Coordinate Plane

• Equations and Inequalities

• Surface Area and Volume

• Statistical Measures

• Data Displays