Transition Mathematics Project

Bring Math Education Home

Parents

• Show an interest in your child's math homework, even if you don't understand it. Demonstrate a positive approach, "Together we CAN figure this out."
• Ask your child's math teacher for tips.Teachers want to see their students succeed and are eager to help.
• Identify what challenges your child may be experiencing in learning math. The All Kinds of Minds website can help.
• Check your own math attitude. Your child may sense any negative feelings you may have about math.
• Review and discuss with your child what student attributes, or habits of mind, can help them achieve math success

Students
One of the best ways to keep your math skills sharp is through practice and review. Without which, some math skills can wither and fade. To maximize your chances of success on placement tests, assessments and in courses requiring you to recall and use key math skills, we've included here a growing list of resources to help you stay up-to-date and in the know.

• Math + Science = Success
• A Math Dictionary for Kids
  A site rich with math definitions, examples, and activities targeting K-12 students. All information is alphabetically arranged with a list of math terms for each letter.
• Project Interactive
  An ideal spot for students through middle school to locate all kinds of mathematical modeling tools used in the workplace. Easily allows for the exploration of math concepts through hands on activities. Activities are arranged according to the NCTM Principles and Standards for School Mathematics. (A Java enabled browser is required).

• Math.com: Math Practice
  This site offers a number of math lessons and math homework help from basic math to algebra, geometry and beyond. Students, parents, and everyone can find helpful hints and practice opportunities.

• AAA Math
  Hundreds of pages of basic math skills, interactive practice opportunities and clear explanations of a range of math topics.

• Online Math Center
  A free online resource for teachers, students, and anyone interested in mathematics. Student help sites, professional organizations, math library, references, current research in mathematics, puzzles, games, applications of math to many fields. The site was developed through a Title III grant awarded to Whatcom Community College.

• Math in Daily Life: How do numbers affect everyday decisions?
  This site explores important mathematical concepts as they apply to everyday life. It will help students see the relationship of math to daily activities and decisions.

• StudyWorks! Online
  StudyWorks! Online is a great site for students in grades 7-12 looking for "interactive activities, real world examples, diagnostic testing, monitored learning forums, and personalized guidance."