Math books & Manipulatives
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Apologia*- Hands-on method. Student workbook/Text & Teaching Guide/Answer key are in the set. Math Manipulatives sold separately. *NOTE Apologia is by a Christian Author, references to such were minimal in this series.
Evan Moor Skill Sharpeners math workbook- these are more of a supplemental practice workbook, there is no instruction in these books; the new edition comes with a PDF parent guide via a QR code/weblink inside the book, answer key in back (128 pp- so enough to do 3.5 pages per week.)
Math with Confidence by Kate Snow- Hands-On and visual approach to math. Use with a purchased math manipulatives kit and/or household items.
MCP math- Traditional Drill math, workbook style {Homeschool Kit comes with Teacher edition & one workbook} {Workbook does not have answer key in back of book, you must buy the HS kit if you want the answers}
Saxon math- Spiral Method, textbook, workbook {Homeschool Kits come with everything you need including answers & tests}. Elementary series recommends using math manipulatives which are sold separately.
Teaching Textbooks- Spiral Method, Computer based teaching and grading (online subscription & ebook, or CD Rom & print workbook option)
Aleks math- pick any level math, online subscription, Assessment determines what your student knows and what they do not, teaches from what they do not know with regular assessments. Computer based teaching (no textbook or workbook, you can print out worksheets & assign quizzes to grade) {No grade provided, just a chart that shows progression of class & chart of what your student knows & what they still need to learn in the class chosen}
Definitions:
Traditional Drill- Each chapter covers one topic, drill by repetition, usually with a test or review at end of chapter
Spiral Method- New topic each lesson with continual review of previously taught lessons.
MCP Math
A traditional math curriculum for Grades K-6. A stocked item.
To learn more and buy, go to MCP math page by clicking here. |
Saxon Math
Saxon Math- a leader in Homeschooling Math Programs
A Spiral method. To learn more and buy, go to Saxon math page by clicking here. |
Available in Level 1 and Level 2. Go to Apologia Math page for more information.
Hands-on math, manipulatives required.
Kindergarten Math With Confidence set
A scripted, open-and-go program, parents can help their children master concepts covered in Kindergarten; Ages 5-6:
Kindergarten Math With Confidence also helps parents understand why the lessons are designed the way they are, giving them the knowledge and confidence to help their children learn.
Using Kindergarten Math With Confidence will allow parents to build a strong math foundation for their children.
First Grade Math With Confidence set
A scripted, open-and-go program, parents can help their children master concepts covered in first grade:
counting, comparing, and writing numbers to 100
addition and subtraction facts to 20
addition and subtraction word problems
beginning place value and mental math
shapes, money, time, and measurements
| first_grade_math_wconfidence_instructor_sample.pdf |
| first_grade_math_wconfidence_student_sample.pdf |
Skill Sharpeners Math series provides the frequent, focused practice needed to help ensure mastery and retention of skills.
Full Color Consumable Activity Book with answer key in back. 128 pp. so this would give you one page per day for most of the year, these workbooks are nice practice of a variety of math skills, please note that they are more of a practice book, there is not teaching of skills in this series; the new editions come with a PDF parent guide via a QR code/weblink inside the book. Grades PreK-6. Click on view details to choose grade level. Sample pictures taken from Grade 3 book.
Click on View Details button to choose grade level.
Basic math manipulatives kit to use with any math program
Student Teaching clock
6" Ruler
Fractions Dominoes Card Game (3 ways to play, from twelfths to wholes)
6 6-sided Dice
2 12-sided Dice
100 Linking cubes
Laminated 100 Chart
NOTE- contains small items which can be a choking hazard, use with supervision only.
Math Manipulatives for any math Program
100 Linking Cubes
Pattern Blocks set of 44
Student Clock
6" Ruler
2- 12" Rulers
3 6-sided dice
1 12-sided dice
25 two sided counters
100 Bear counters
1 Geoboard
Laminated 100 chart
NOTE- contains small objects, choking hazard, use with supervision only.
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Math programs purchased on other websites:
Teaching Textbooks
One of the best math programs for Homeschoolers; it is like having a teacher in your home! Purchase your Teaching textbooks programs directly from them. A program I have used and is my favorite. TT does use a spiral method of learning math, this means that the student learns a new lesson each day along with problems of review from the previous lessons learned.
Can be purchased as a complete program with lessons delivered on the computer and graded, or as just the textbook and answer key. TT products must be purchased directly from TT. Grades 3-High School I am not affiliated with TT. This is posted for your benefit. TeachingTextbooks.com 
KhanAcademy.org On a tight budget? Khan Academy is a great resources for math as a supplement or as a curriculum. Video lessons and practice problems with the goal of mastery. We have used this resource often to understand a concept. Not affiliated, posted here for your convenience. They do accept donations. Mammoth Math
This looked like a nice and inexpensive math program for Elementary Grades.
I have not used this program and I am not affiliated with it or with those selling it. It is posted here for your benefit. MammothMath.com Business Games and Lesson Plans
https://onlinebusiness.northeastern.edu/masters-in-finance-msf/business-games-and-lesson-plans/ Thank you Elliot for your input! MathNMind
MathNMind website run by Mr. Demarais has a selection of access to free textbooks for Basic Math through Algebra II. I just found this website and thought it might be helpful to some. I am not affiliated with this website and gain no monetary value from it. MathNMind.com
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CTCMath
An online math program that teaches through video tutorials and grades immediately practice problems. Worksheets also accompany some of the lessons. A self-paced program with option to change grade/level at any time. You will have access to all of the levels with a subscription. Grades K-12
If you choose to use this online curriculum choose "no math" schedule on your WBC manual; you can fill in which lessons the student does each day. 1/2 price for Homeschoolers on subscriptions. Single student or family accounts available.
A traditional math; NOT common core. www.ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school I am not affiliated with this program. It is posted here for your benefit. Aleks Math
An online math program that covers grades 3-12 and Higher Education math. They also have Quick-Tables which is an excellent program for mastering multiplication and division.
Subscriptions can be bought by the month, 6 months, or the year. I have used this program several times, it is excellent. It is best suited for students who learn well on their own using computer programs. It self evaluates and makes the student continue working on areas that they need to master. You can also print worksheets or assign quizzes. Grades 3- Adult I am not affiliated with this program. It is posted here for your benefit. Aleks.com |