Math 6
Course Description
The Math 6 curriculum links to and builds on students’ elementary mathematics experiences, provides for the acquisition and mastery of essential skills, and introduces new concepts or revisits familiar ones in greater depth. There is a strong emphasis on understanding of and computing with rational numbers, rates and ratios, basic algebraic expressions and equations, statistical thinking, area and volume. It is important for all students to have access to a rich curriculum that enables them to acquire a solid knowledge of mathematics, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to reason effectively, so that they will be well prepared for seventh grade math and beyond. In order to develop the foundation needed for the formal study of algebra and geometry, the sixth grade curriculum challenges students to think about mathematics, work collaboratively, and solve meaningful problems.ALL Math 6 Classes Calendar
Chapter Resources
Click each link to open a Google Slides presentation with the Unit Plan. Each Unit Plan contains links to copies of blank notes and completed notes, aligned videos, and practice problems for each section of the chapter. Links will be available once we begin each unit.
Chapter 1 Unit Plan Chapter 6 Unit Plan
Chapter 2 Unit Plan Chapter 7 Unit Plan
Chapter 3 Unit Plan Chapter 8 - Unit Plan
Chapter 4 Unit Plan Chapter 9 - Unit Plan
Chapter 5 Unit Plan Chapter 10 - Unit Plan
Email
jdow@westfieldnjk12.org (period 1)
Google Classroom
Go to Google Classroom for all assignments and announcements.
General Class Information
Math 6 Class Introduction Letter (periods 1,2,4,7) This document contains information about the class including grading policy, resources, tips, hints, and suggestions.
Math Department Website
For information on future math courses and placement criteria, please visit the Math Department Page.
Supplies
pencils
pen or colored pencil
spiral notebook
math folder (or a section in a larger binder)
Online Textbook
We use the Big Ideas Green Textbook, which will be distributed in class for you to take home and keep at home. Please register to use the online version of the textbook as well. Instructions will be provided in class. You may also access Big Ideas Math on their website by selecting "Sixth Grade" and "New Jersey" from the drop-down menus, then select "Easy Access to Book." This will bring you to an online copy of our textbook that you can access from anywhere.