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-1/11/03 Changed owners

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This page last modified on 15 May 2008

ALEKS functions as an online one-on-one tutor, continuously adapting to the student and available 24 hrs per day for a monthly cost.

Brain POP The more you know, the more you know. Math movies and quizes!

Children's Literature in Mathematics Instruction There are many ways to teach mathematics effectively. The use of hands-on manipulative approaches to mathematics is extremely valuable for children, both in elementary school and in upper grades. The use of literature is yet another approach teachers can use in providing their students with varied experiences with mathematics.

Very cool math stuff! Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, math puzzles and problems, tessellations, functions, limits, math links. Math for kids too!

edHelper Math worksheets, puzzles, printables, problems, test prep for grades 1-8.

HomeschoolMath Find a homeschool math curriculum guide, free worksheets, math ebooks for elementary grades, an extensive link list of games, interactive tutorials, quizzes, and teaching tips. The resources emphasize understanding of concepts instead of just mechanical memorization of rules.

WebMath offers instant solutions for your math problems. Get the answer and an explanation of how it's done.

I Love that Teaching Idea offers free math worksheets.

Rader's NumberNut.com is a free website that teaches the basics of math to all ages. It has sections on artithmetic which includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. There are now more advanced ideas like fractions, decimals, and percentages that have been added. Coming soon to their website is information on prealgebra topics.

Math.com has articles and ideas for teaching math at home.

Math Cats Created for children to promote open-ended and playful explorations of important math concepts, Math Cats is an excellent website. For older students, there's the Polygon Playground to explore tessellation and symmetry, and younger students can learn how to make paper polyhedral ornaments and find geometry in the human body. There is something for everyone here!

Math Helpers has free hundred boards, addition/subtraction grids, multiplication/division grids, clock.

Math Worksheet Creator create your own math worksheets. Addition - division, fractions, time and more.

Mega-Mathematics is a project of the Computer Research and Applications Group at Los Alamos National Laboratory providing thought-provoking, unusual and important mathematical ideas to young children.

Numberline Lane is based around a set of books designed to help teaching and learning maths through stories. They are written for children aged between four and seven years old. Worksheets, activities, quizzes, and samples of the books themselves.

PBS Teachers - Math lesson plans and activities.

Paper Models of Polyhedra Polyhedra are beautiful 3-D geometrical figures that have fascinated philosophers, mathematicians and artists for millennia. More than eighty paper models available for free.

Printable Teacher-Aids Four huge math workbooks to download free. From addition through division.

Prime Numbers Chart A prime number is defined as any number that can be divided, without a remainder, only by itself and by 1. Here's a chart that lists all of the prime numbers between 1 and 10,000.

World Book Typical Course of Study view the suggested subject matter for each grade level.

Harcourt Brace Math Glossary Animated and illustrated definitions of math terms for elementary and middle school students.

100 Number Charts

Free 100 Number Charts! I made these without my copyright info so please distribute freely.

Word Perfect version: 100 Number Chart starting with 1 -or- 100 Number Chart starting with 0 -- right click and save to your harddrive if they do not automatically open your Word Perfect.

PDF version: 100 Number Chart starting with 1 -or- 100 Number Chart starting with 0.

Algebra

To help you learn and understand algebra, Algebra Help has calculators, lessons, and resources.

9-12 Algebra Glencoe Algebra 1.

9-12 Algebra Glencoe Algebra 1_1.

9-12 Algebra Glencoe Algebra 1_2.

9-12 Math Glencoe Math course 1.

9-12 Math Glencoe Math course 2.

9-12 Math Glencoe Math course 3.

MathDork Interactive Math with funny animation. Algebra 1 Concepts, Free sample lessons. There is a cost to download or access lessons.

Book Suggestions

Janice VanCleave's Math for Every Kid: Easy Activities that Make Learning Math Fun Grade 3-8. A basic introduction to math concepts. Book is divided into four broad categories: basics, which includes discussion of fractions, averages, equivalants and multiples; measurements; graphing; and geometry.

Janice VanCleave's Geometry for Every Kid: Easy Activities that Make Learning Geometry Fun Grade 4-6. Packed with illustrations, Geometry for Every Kid uses simple problems and activities to teach about acute and obtuse angles, parallel and perpendicular lines, plane and space figures, and much more!

Spectrum Math An essential tool for standardized tests, the Spectrum Math series offers grade-appropriate coverage of basic arithmetic and math skills. Each book features drill and skill practice in math fundamentals, as well as applications of mathematics in everyday settings.

Math Curriculum

Oakland Schools SCoPE Support details on Mathematics curriculum including benchmarks, grade level overviews, and sequence of study.

ETA Cuisenaire Manipulatives for PreK-12. Cuisenaire manipulatives provide a concrete way to understand mathematical concepts.

Key Curriculum Press publisher of high school mathematics textbooks, mathematics software, supplementary materials and workbooks, videos, and manipulative materials. Give your students the key to basic math-skill mastery Key to… workbooks are classroom-tested and proven successful with students at all levels.

Math·U·See Complete award-winning manipulative based K-12 math curriculum. Check out the Math-U-See Blog - great for those new to Math-U-See, product highlights, and lots of great info.

Saxon Math. From kindergarten through advanced high school courses, Saxon Math prepares the student for encountering math in all aspects of life--both practically and in academics.

Singapore Mathematics. If you're not sure which book is suited to your child, they offer a placement test section. Don't forget to check their damaged/discontinued book corner. Singapore Math from Kindergarten to Upper Grades.

Math Games

Math Helpers has free hundred boards, addition/subtraction grids, multiplication/division grids, clock.

Many fun multiplication games from multiplication bingo to Math Uno.

Schoolhouse Technologies create printable worksheets, activities, and tests for a wide range of student levels and abilities. Some for free and some for cost.

Interactive Math Games lists sites that offer more math games from beginning math activities to probability.

Games for Math, by Peggy Kaye Take it from Kaye, an experienced elementary school teacher---math games "put children in exactly the right frame of mind for learning difficult things." She's used all 56 games in this supplement, and now you can witness how well they work with your students (grades K to 3). "Penny Toss," "Kitchen Calculus," "Math Checkers," and more help reinforce addition, subtraction, multiplication, and other basic skills.

Monopoly Basic math and money skills are made fun with over 50 different board styles including a Make-Your-Own-Opoly. Monopoly comes in a Junior Edition labeled ages 5-8. There are many foreign language versions including Spanish, Greek, Irish, and more. For more choices, search for Monopoly on eBay!

Pass The Pigs Go hog wild with the pig-tastic game, Pass the Pigs. Players attempt to rack up points by rolling the pig dicebut if they're not careful they might 'Pig Out' and lose all their points. Very portable game, good for auto-schooling, while waiting at the doctor's office or restaurant. There's also a java applet on the net, to play click Pass the Pigs java game. Find details about The Game of Pig which you can play FREE with standard dice. Also, there is a high-school first year probability curriculum which uses Pig as the core example: Game of Pig Simulation Software. Thanks to Todd for the last two pig ideas.

MathSafari Electronic Game Flashing lights + hilarious sounds + creative math lessons = learning fun! In this electronic game, you solve math problems from lesson books while the game keeps score. Play alone or head-to-head with another person (or team) for game show excitement. Lesson books are sold separately, allowing you to select the appropriate grade levels for your kids. Requires four D-cell batteries or an AC adapter (not included). From Educational Insights.

Amazon.com Widgets

Geoshapes Game Two to four players compete to see who can complete the geometric shapes found on their corner of the board, and learn the most about basic geometry in the process. Parallelograms, isosceles triangles, and trapezoids all come together to form a variety of interesting shapes. This game is simple to learn and teaches basic geometry in a fun and colorful way.

Math Puzzles

Aard 3D Puzzles online Rubik's cubes.

Nick's Mathematical Puzzles A collection of puzzles, with hints, full solutions, and links to relevant mathematical topics.

Math Practice Puzzles: Fractions and Decimals, by Scholastic Teaching.

Mathematicians

Italian Luca Pacioli one of the most famous mathematicians from the Renaissance period. Divine Proportione by Luca Pachioli.

Archimedes mathematician and scientist, learn about spheres, Archimedes' screw and much more.

Money & Finance

Practical Money Skills allowances, saving and investing, the influence of advertising and more. For preschool through college.

Download in pdf PBS's teaching guide for credit cards and how they work.

Learn economics with Hot Shot Business. Play the game that gives you a chance to open your own pet spa, skateboard factory, or comic shop. You choose what you’ll sell, and scour the headlines for the trends that affect your business.

US Mint's Site for Kids called H.I.P. Pocket Change. Read about the history of coins and how the Mint makes money. Also has games and lesson plan library.

Limited free lesson plans at Money Instructor. Learn money and personal finance with lesson plans and worksheets.

K-2 Money Worksheets.

9-12 Business Glencoe Business Administration.

12+ Accounting Glencoe Accounting.