GRADE 6/AGES 11–12: Master mental calculation strategies for multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages in sixth grade from the leading math program in the world, Singapore Math.
INCLUDES: Learning objectives, unit assessments, computation quick tips, thinking shortcuts, 64 pages of reproducible pages, and an answer key with step-by-step solutions that help students see how to work the problems.
WHY SINGAPORE MATH: The math curriculum in Singapore has been recognized worldwide for its excellence in producing students highly skilled in mathematics. Singapore Math curriculum aims to help students develop the necessary math concepts and process skills for everyday life and to provide students with the ability to formulate, apply, and solve problems.
COMPREHENSIVE: This workbook shows students how to work math problems in their minds, an important part of math proficiency. It enables students to picture the values and sizes of numbers. Learners practice various types of math problems while developing their thinking and analytical skills.
HOMESCHOOL FRIENDLY: Perfect as a supplement to classroom work or as a homeschool resource to boost students’ confidence.
Solving tricky math problems just got easier! Mental Math Level 5 provides mental thinking and calculation strategies adapted from the world-renowned Singapore Math curriculum. Math researchers agree that practicing these strategies will help students train their minds and solve math problems quickly and accurately while developing a foundation for future math experiences. This book is part of the successful Singapore Math series.
The book features 52 practice pages, one page for each week of the year. Each mental math strategy is introduced with an example and guided steps that help students break down problems and compute answers without the aid of written or calculator computation.
Strategies such as breaking up, rounding, rearranging, and finding remainders will help students solve addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems more effectively. Mental Math Level 5 is perfect for building and strengthening mental calculation skills and helping students progress to the next math level.
About Singapore Math
The national math curriculum used in Singapore has been recognized worldwide for its excellence in producing students highly skilled in mathematics. Mathematics in the Singapore primary (elementary) curriculum covers fewer topics but in greater depth. Key math concepts are introduced and built upon to reinforce various mathematical ideas and thinking. Singapore Math curriculum aims to help students develop the necessary math process skills for everyday life and to provide students with the opportunity to master math concepts.
