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Mathematics

Click on the underlined Benchmark below each Learning Standard to find activities or background information related to helping children reach the Benchmark.

STATE GOAL 6:
Demonstrate and apply a knowledge and sense of numbers, including numeration and operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division), patterns, ratios and proportions.

Learning Standard A:
Demonstrate knowledge and use of numbers and their representations in a broad range of theoretical and practical settings.

Benchmarks

6.A.ECaUse concepts that include number recognition, counting and one-to-one correspondence.

6.A.ECbCount with understanding and recognize "how many" in sets of objects.

Learning Standard B:
Investigate, represent, and solve problems using number facts, operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and their properties, algorithms and relationships.

Benchmark

6.B.ECSolve simple mathematical problems.

Learning Standard C:
Compute and estimate using mental mathematics, paper-and-pencil methods, calculators and computers.

Benchmarks

6.C.ECaExplore quantity and number.

6.C.ECbConnect numbers to quantities they represent using physical models and representations.

Learning Standard D:
Solve problems using comparison of quantities, ratios, proportions and percents.

Benchmarks

6.D.ECMake comparisons of quantities.

STATE GOAL 7:
MathEstimate, make and use measurements of objects, quantities and relationships and determine acceptable levels of accuracy.

Learning Standard A:
Measure and compare quantities using appropriate units, instruments and methods.

Benchmarks

7.A.ECaDemonstrate a beginning understanding of measurement using non-standard units and measurement words.

7.A.ECbConstruct a sense of time through participation in daily activities.

Learning Standard B:
Estimate measurements and determine acceptable levels of accuracy.

Benchmark

7.B.ECShow understanding of and use comparative words.

Learning Standard C:
Select and use appropriate technology, instruments and formulas to solve problems, interpret results and communicate findings.

Benchmark

7.C.ECIncorporate estimating and measuring activities into play.

STATE GOAL 8:
Use algebraic and analytical methods to identify and describe patterns and relationships in data, solve problems, and predict results.

Learning Standard A:
Describe numerical relationships using variables and patterns.

Benchmark

8.A.ECSort and classify objects by a variety of properties.

Learning Standard B:
Interpret and describe numerical relationships using tables, graphs and symbols.

Benchmarks

8.B.ECaRecognize, duplicate and extend simple patterns, such as sequences of sounds, shapes and colors.

8.B.ECbBegin to order objects in series or rows.

Learning Standard C:
Solve problems using systems of numbers and their properties.

Benchmark

8.C.ECParticipate in situations that involve addition and subtraction using manipulatives.

Learning Standard D:
Use algebraic concepts and procedures to represent and solve problems.

Benchmark

8.D.ECDescribe qualitative change, such as measuring to see who is growing taller.

STATE GOAL 9:
Use geometric methods to analyze, categorize, and draw conclusions about points, lines, planes and space.

Learning Standard A:
Demonstrate and apply geometric concepts involving points, lines, planes and space.

Benchmark

9.A.ECRecognize geometric shapes and structures in the environment.

Learning Standard B:
Identify, describe, classify and compare relationships using points, lines, planes and solids.

Benchmark

9.B.ECFind and name locations with simple words, such as “near”.

STATE GOAL 10:
Collect, organize and analyze data using statistical methods; predict results; and interpret uncertainty using concepts of probability.

Learning Standard A:
Organize, describe and make predictions from existing data.

Benchmarks

10.A.ECaRepresent data using concrete objects, pictures, and graphs.

10.A.ECbMake predictions about what will happen next.

Learning Standard B:
Formulate questions, design data collection methods, gather and analyze data and communicate findings.

Benchmark

10.B.ECGather data about themselves and their surroundings.

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