Mathematics Curriculum and Strands
"Mathematics is integral to every aspect of daily life – social, economic, cultural, and environmental. It is part of the story of human history...Most important, the beauty of mathematics is experienced when exciting breakthroughs in problem solving are made and an air of relief and awe is enjoyed. The two aspects of mathematics, aesthetics and application, are deeply interconnected."
- The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 1-8: Mathematics - Curriculum Context (2020). pp. 8-9
A focus on fundamental concepts and foundational skills to apply mathematical processes (i.e., problem solving, reasoning and proving, reflecting, connecting, communicating, representing, selecting tools and strategies) underlie the Ontario Grades 1-8 Mathematics Curriculum which is organized into six strands:
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General Resources
- Mathematics Blackline Masters (BLM) - Different types of grid/lined papers, charts, shapes, etc. are provided.
- Math Is Fun site - Math concepts are explained in easy language with puzzles, games, quizzes, and worksheets available for reinforcement.
- Calculator Soup - Contains a variety of calculators which display the algorithms or work to show you how to solve the problem.
- Didax Virtual Manipulatives - Select from various manipulatives to model and solve problems.
- Toy Theatre Virtual Manipulatives - This site also contains a variety of manipulatives.
- Math Learning Centre Apps - Another site with more virtual manipulatives available as a web app or downloadble.
- Cool Math 4 Kids Pattern Blocks - Create patterns with these virtual pattern blocks.
- Random.org - Flip various numbers of virtual coins in a variety of currencies.
- Adjustable Spinner - Create any type of spinner to calculate experimental and theoretical probabilities.
- Google Spinner - Adjust the numbered sections to use this online spinner.
- Google Dice - Roll one or more dice with various sides.
- World Wide Metric - Convert measurements easily.
- Learn Code - Teach yourself the basics of computer programming in a game format!
- Cool Math Games - Sharpen your math skills with these cool math games!
- Math Play - Free Online Math Games - Gain extra practice or review for tests with these fun games!
- Tangram Puzzles - Can you solve these puzzles?