K-6 MathLand Program

Math Concepts by grade level:

Kindergarten Math
First Grade Math
Second Grade Math
Third Grade Math
Fourth Grade Math
Fifth Grade Math
Sixth Grade Math

MathLand is a comprehensive mathematics program that balances the classic basics (fact memorization and computation) with the new basics (using calculators or computers). We believe it is important to teach both aspects of basic skills. We also believe it is critical to move "beyond the basics" including developing conceptual understanding and empasizing problem solving and critical thinking. Teaching the basics and beyond is crucial in order to prepare today's students for tomorrow's world.

MathLand students are involved in rich and challenging real-world investigations combined with skill exercises. "They learn the basics and go beyond the basics". As they move along through the content continuum in MathLand, students deepen and broaden their mathematical understanding.

MathLand is aligned with the NCTM Standards, and the strands represented in MathLand are based on those standards. These strands represent continuous threads that run throughout grades K-6. The mathematical content enfolded within the themes presented here builds as students deepen their understanding of the concepts, which become increasingly more complex through the grade levels. The themes across the grades are:

  • Kindergarten - Relationships
    Looking within their own environment, children examine things and how they relate in order to answer, "How are they alike? How are they different?"

  • First - How Much, How Many
    In describing their world, children communicate quantitative ideas, first through informal recording and later through more formalized recordings.

  • Second - Strategies
    As they develop strategies for learning basic facts, for solving problems, and for communicating, children discover that memory is a powerful tool and they grow to appreciate the variety of ways people solve problems.

  • Third - Connections
    By understanding the connections that exist within mathematical strands as well as between them, students become increasingly flexible in applying mathematical knowledge.

  • Fourth - Representations
    Through a variety of experiences and representations, students build a true understanding of mathematical concepts, learning when and how to model them.

  • Fifth - Equivalence and Proportional Relationships
    By identifying equivalent and proportional relationships, students bridge the gap between simple and complex mathematical concepts.

  • Sixth - Generalizations
    By recognizing and understanding patterns, students learn to make generalizations and rules forming the foundation of algebraic thinking.
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