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What is Singapore Math & Why Homeschoolers Love It

Updated: Oct 24, 2023

Year after year, Singapore's math scores were consistently higher than the U.S.'s. This lead to educators investigating what exactly set Singapore's teaching approach a part from other countries. Many of the results of these studies is what you will find in Singapore Math's curriculum.

We were fortunate enough to have Sarah Cade, from Singapore Math, join us live to explain the Singapore Math approach and to answer some questions about the curriculum.


Whether you are searching for a math curriculum or just curious about your homeschooling options, this workshop will give you an excellent overview into the program.




Some highlights regarding Singapore Math's Approach

  • CPA Approach: Concrete-->Pictorial-->Abstract

    • concrete: students interact w physical objects,

    • pictorial: students make a mental connection between objects

    • abstract: students use symbolic modeling of problems

  • Number bonds

  • Bar modeling

  • Mental math


Dimensions Math Pk-5

  • Students learn to think mathematically, not by rote

  • Enhances proven Singapore Math method

  • Focus on math mastery

  • Pricing that’s accessible to anyone!

  • A and B books: A=1st semester, B=2nd semester


  • Think, Learn, Do, Exercise =Textbooks

  • Basics, Practice, Challenge=Workbooks, Differentiated : select 5 good problems

  • Assessment books: optional, differentiated ; Test A: focuses on key concepts, Test B: Focuses on application of analytical skills

  • Teacher’s Guides & Home Instructor’s Guides: TG content geared towards classrooms, HIG: activities are more 1 on 1



 

Dimensions Math At Home videos are now 25% off!

  • Free sample chapters

  • Scope & Sequence


To Get Started

  • Pick a program:

  • Give a placement test

  • Purchase your materials

  • Get connected: facebook group

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