About This Curriculum:

Overview:

Zearn! Math is a standards-aligned digital computer math curriculum for grades K-8. Through a combination of effective interactive lessons and paper practice in a consumable workbook, students work towards mastering math concepts in a fun and positive way.

Ranking:

Zearn Math is ranked the highest in math curriculum for grades 1-5 according to www.edreports.org. Ed Reports analyzes three domains: 1) Focus and Coherence; 2) Rigor & Mathematical Practices; 3) Usability. Zearn Math received 100% rankings in Focus and Coherence, 89% in Rigor and Mathematical Practices, and 89% in Usability. View the digital report by going to www.edreports.org and clicking on Compare K-8 Math Materials.

A Typical Lesson Includes:

1. Daily Word Problem

2. 15-20 minute Zearn lesson on the computer

3. 15-20 minute lesson using problem set worksheet followed by independent practice with the homework pages.

JCS Teacher to-do list to get started with Zearn: (Tutorials embedded into the steps)

• Email your principal for a Zearn account

• Create a Zearn Class named “Last Name Math” (Only need one class per teacher, not per grade level)

• Add your student to your Zearn Class

  • Note your Class Code

  • Note your student’s username and password

• Make a copy of this document to share with your family to provide them with their log-in information and additional digital resources students will need.

• Help your student log-in for the first time

• Print log-in cards (optional)

• Check in with your students weekly to check on progress by accessing your student reports

Parent to-do list to get started with Zearn:

• Dedicate 45-60 minutes of your day 4 days/week to complete Zearn lessons

• Familiarize yourself with the various resources from Zearn to see how they are used

• Use the pacing guide to map out your first semester of math

• Begin brainstorming how you would like to use your 5th “flex day” of math

• Coordinate with your EF to get the ordered materials for your student