Washington GT Magnet Elementary School

K-2 Electives

Mathematics

APPLES AND ORANGES
This course will focus on sorting, classifying and beginning number skills for kindergarten students.

ALGEBRA ALLEY
This course will explore algebraic topics, which include patterns and pattern rules functions, variables, and coordinate graphs. Students will explore, build, and extend patterns, both numerical and geometric and represent these patterns on T charts. This course lays the foundation for later, more formal algebraic experiences.

ARCHITECTURE AROUND US
Architecture is everywhere. Students will discover the many forms of architecture and look for patterns in buildings and nature. They will use these discoveries to apply logical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students will use manipulatives to build architectural structures.

BOOK INTO MATH
This course will integrate literature and mathematics. Students will be introduced to numerous children's books, both old favorites as well as unfamiliar stories. They will participate in activities designed to explore mathematical concepts as well as to develop communication skills. Students will be encouraged to work together to read, speak, write and use a variety of strategies to solve mathematical problems, which occur in literature.

DIMENSIONS - AG
This course will present students with learning activities that focus on understanding measurement. Students will learn how to estimate, use linear and area measurement techniques, and find volume and weight. Measurement activities will incorporate problem-solving techniques and projects that ensure application of measurement concepts. Metric measurement activities will also be included in this course.

GROUP SOLUTIONS
Group Solutions will strengthen students' math abilities by giving them opportunities to play games that will review, reinforce, and enrich their math skills.

GRIN AND GRAPH IT - AG
Activities in this course are designed to develop skills in coordinate geometry and graphing. Students will survey, organize, and analyze data to make line, bar, and picture graphs.

MATH MANIPULATION
This course will give students opportunities to use manipulative materials, such as unifix cubes and Cuisenaire rods. It will reinforce the math concept of one-to-one correspondence, number groupings, sets, the base ten number system, and addition and subtraction problems.

MATH MAGIC 1
This course is designed for 1st grade students who need reinforcement of math concepts and skills taught in the regular classroom. Children will use many concrete objects and hands-on experiences to gain an understanding of each concept. Permission of the teacher is needed to register for this course.

MATH MAGIC 2
This course is designed for 2nd grade students who need reinforcement of math concepts and skills taught in the regular classroom. Children will use many concrete objects and hands-on experiences to gain an understanding of each concept. Permission of the teacher is needed to register for this course.

MEASURING MADNESS
This elective will entice students to measure everything! Students will be allowed to explore the concepts of measurement through non-standard and standard units of measure. Students will use hands-on, group, and center based activities to extend and relate knowledge of length, capacity and weight measurement to real life situations.

MIND STRETCHERS
Students will work on developing thinking and reasoning skills using a variety of strategies to problem solve.

PATTERNING – AG
Students will explore mathematical concepts such as set theory, geometry, number theory, and logical thinking through the use of attribute blocks, pattern blocks, tangrams, and hundreds boards. Students will be provided with opportunities to deal with problems, which involve classification, relationships, analogies, and sets.

PIGGY BANK, THE
Students will learn to count money, add and subtract dollars and cents, make change, purchase products, and solve problems involving money.

PLUS AND MINUS
This course provides a sequential approach to reinforcement of addition and subtraction. A strong emphasis is placed on the use of manipulative materials when reviewing concepts. Many developmental activities are game-oriented to actively engage the learner. Memorization of math facts will be stressed.

SOLVE IT!
This course provides a sequential approach to reinforcement of addition and subtraction. A strong emphasis is placed on the use of manipulative materials when reviewing concepts. Many developmental activities are game-oriented to actively engage the learner. Memorization of math facts will be stressed.

Washington GT Magnet Elementary School
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