In class, we do a variety of activities including games, activities, challenges, and problem-solving. Students also have time to work on personal practice to ensure they are mastering the skills we are learning. Students can choose between "MILD" (1), "MEDIUM" (2), and "SPICY" (3). Students are encouraged to self-select the practice that best matches their abilities. The "just right" level is the one that a student can do mostly independently, but stretches them with parts that are challenging. Math that is too easy is boring, and math that is too hard is frustrating! Students are encouraged to start at their "just right" level, but are welcome to move on to harder levels when they feel they are ready. To meet the To-Do list requirements, students must complete, mark, and correct at least ONE level.

Link to NSMS Grade 6/7 Math Page: UNIT 1: Place Value & Rounding

Please note that there may be discrepancies between the website and the in-class program.

• related videos

• links to practice pages at each level

• answer keys

(Please note: students must be signed into their Saanich Learns account to access this resource. Please do not send a SHARE request!)

• Representing Large Numbers Games (To support 1-1: Place Value Part A)

• Multiplying & Dividing by Powers of 10 (To support 1-2: Place Value Part B)

  • Four-in-a- Row 

• Comparing Digit Values (To support 1-2: Place Value Part B)

  • Snakes (Medium)

  • Snakes (Spicy - with decimals)

• Games to play at home (or anywhere!)

If you do not have access to a printer, please have your child request a hard copy to bring home.

(Please note: Due to copyright, students must be signed into their Saanich Learns account to access some games. Please do not send a SHARE request!)

• Math Antics

• Khan Academy

• Gauss Past Contests & Solutions

• Math is Fun - find instruction/examples/practice questions for all topic areas and extensions

Mastering multiplication facts is essential for success in math in middle school and beyond. Having a variety of strategies to figure out unknown facts helps students build understanding, while quick recall allows them to focus on more complex concepts—like fractions, ratios, algebra, and problem-solving—without getting stuck on basic calculations. Strong multiplication skills build confidence and reduce frustration in math and across subjects that use math, including science and technology.

Tips for home practice:

• Consistency is key: make practice part of your daily routine and aim for 5-7 days per week.

• Make sessions short: 10-15 minutes consistently leads to the best results. It is doable and leads to greater retention.

• Stay focused: trying to learn all of the facts at the same time is not effective. Work on one fact or group of facts at a time. Once mastery is achieved, move on to the next fact.

• Order matters: research has shown that using strategies that build on known facts is more effective than progressing from 0 through 10. The recommended order is:

  • • Level 1: 2, 10, 5, 0/1

    • Level 2: "squares," 4, 3, 9

    • Level 3: 6, 7, 8, Beyond 10

• Make it fun!: "drill & kill" can make learning unpleasant and lead to conflict and frustration. Instead, try games (face-to-face and/or online) and other activities that are fun and build understanding and confidence. Check out the recommended resources list to get started. Copies of the resources/games used in class are also available by request.