EVERYDAY MATHEMATICS
Everyday Mathematics was developed by the University of Chicago School
Mathematics Project. Everyday Mathematics provides a broad, rich balanced
experience in Mathematics. The program emphasizes the following content
strands, skills and concepts:
Number and Numeration - Counting; estimating; representing and comparing
numbers; reading and writing numbers.
Operations and Computation - Exploring the meaning of addition and
subtraction; developing and using concrete strategies to solve addition and
subtraction problems.
Data and Chance - Collecting and organizing data; creating and analyzing
tally charts, and bar graphs; exploring basic probability concepts.
Measurement and Reference Frames - Using nonstandard tools to estimate
and compare weight and length; identifying pennies, nickels, dimes,
quarters, and dollar bills; exploring temperature and thermometers; using
calendars and other tools to track or measure time.
Geometry - Exploring 2 and 3 dimensional shapes and line symmetry.
Patterns, Functions, and Algebra - Exploring visual, rhythmic, and
movement patterns; using rules to sort by attributes, make patterns, and
play games; learning about the +, -,and = symbols.
Throughout Everyday Mathematics, emphasis is placed on:
*a realistic approach to problem solving in everyday situations, other
applications, and purely mathematical contexts
*frequent and distributed practice of basic skills through ongoing
program routines and mathematical games
*an instructional approach that revisits
