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In this set of tips, parents and caregivers will learn how to: (1) support children's understanding of fractions at home with activities on dividing objects (recommended for grades K-5); (2) support children's understanding of fractions at home with measurement activities (recommended for grades K-4); (3) support children's understanding of…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Fractions, Mathematical Concepts, Concept Formation
Henderson, Peter; Hodgen, Jeremy; Foster, Colin; Kuchemann, Dietmar – Education Endowment Foundation, 2017
This guidance report focuses on the teaching of mathematics to pupils in Key Stages 2 and 3. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive guide to mathematics teaching. We have made recommendations where there are research findings that schools can use to make a significant difference to pupils' learning, and have focused on the questions that…
Descriptors: Mathematics Skills, Elementary Education, Teaching Methods, Mathematics Instruction
Owens, Vivian W. – 1992
This book describes how parents can develop a mathematical environment for children in the home. Four major areas are emphasized: whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and basic geometry. Section 1 "'Shoebox' Activities," provides activities to teach specific concepts within a manageable time period. Materials are listed and diagrams…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Decimal Fractions, Elementary Education, Family Environment
Costello, Pat; And Others – 1991
This book serves as a guide for Australian parents who want to take an active role in the mathematics learning of their children. It presents material so that families will learn, think, and talk about mathematics. Many family-life lessons, such as weighing out ingredients for a cake or choosing the best route to the zoo, are presented. The book…
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculators, Computers, Decimal Fractions
Zeman, Anne; Kelly, Kate – 1994
This book is written to answer commonly asked homework questions of fourth, fifth, and sixth graders. Included are facts, charts, definitions, explanations, examples, and illustrations. Topics include ancient number systems; decimal system; math symbols; addition; subtraction; multiplication; division; fractions; estimation; averages; properties;…
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Calculators, Computers, Fractions
Department of Defense Education Activity, Arlington, VA. – 2000
This publication from the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is designed to inform parents about the department's Grade Five curriculum standards in four major areas: language arts/reading, mathematics, science, and social studies. The integrated language arts/reading standards require students to recognize and respond to different…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Civics, Computation, Cultural Differences
