This week I would like to just give you a taste of what is to come for your child this year in math. The 7th grade Connected Math Program 2 will give your child a first formal look at algebra. We will also cover some 3-dimensional geometry and extend what she learned last year with 2-dimensional geometry. The general schedule for the units are as follows:
Quarter 1: Variables and Patterns (Algebra)
Quarter 1/2: Stretching and Shrinking (2D Geometry)
Quarter 2/3: Accentuating the Negative (Algebra)
Quarter 3/4: Moving Straight Ahead (Algebra)
Quarter 4: Filling and Wrapping (3D Geometry)
Traditionally, students seem overwhelmed in the Variables and Patterns unit as they get used to more frequent homework, organizing and prioritizing activities outside of school, and stretching themselves to learn things they haven't spent much time on in the past. A lot of the 7th grade math program will be covering math skills your child hasn't had as much time to practice in the past. They are starting to get ready for high school math and are in the beginning stages of their secondary education. Be patient with the process. Insist that your child at least try each assigned exercise. If he cannot complete the exercise, have him write down the question he needs answered before he can complete the work. He will have a couple of chances in class to ask that question so he can successfully finish the job.
I am available almost every day after school and I would love to help any student of mine by giving them some individual instruction and encouragement.
This information letter on the Variables and Patterns unit will also give you some insight on the content covered in this unit. Keep this handy for your child, too. The vocabulary on the back may be helpful to your child.
Quarter 2/3: Accentuating the Negative (Algebra)
Quarter 3/4: Moving Straight Ahead (Algebra)
Quarter 4: Filling and Wrapping (3D Geometry)
Traditionally, students seem overwhelmed in the Variables and Patterns unit as they get used to more frequent homework, organizing and prioritizing activities outside of school, and stretching themselves to learn things they haven't spent much time on in the past. A lot of the 7th grade math program will be covering math skills your child hasn't had as much time to practice in the past. They are starting to get ready for high school math and are in the beginning stages of their secondary education. Be patient with the process. Insist that your child at least try each assigned exercise. If he cannot complete the exercise, have him write down the question he needs answered before he can complete the work. He will have a couple of chances in class to ask that question so he can successfully finish the job.
I am available almost every day after school and I would love to help any student of mine by giving them some individual instruction and encouragement.
This information letter on the Variables and Patterns unit will also give you some insight on the content covered in this unit. Keep this handy for your child, too. The vocabulary on the back may be helpful to your child.
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