[Best math program for teaching word problems?]

I realize that I had asked about Right Start Math when I meant to ask about Math in Focus (duh).  Sorry, I have been on curriculum research overload, and my brain mis-fired!  I went and edited my prior posts to replace "Right Start Math" with "Math in Focus".

 

Does the Math in Focus math utilize the same "bar" diagramming as regular Singapore math and Singapore FAN-math?

 

Does anyone know what level Teaching Textbooks 5 would equate to if switching to Math in Focus?

 

Thanks!

 

Beth

[Best math program for teaching word problems?]

Kathleen,

 

Wow...Hands on Equations looks really promising! Thank you so much for mentioning it. I will likely be ordering it along with the Singapore FAN math book. Thank you all so much! Beth

[Best math program for teaching word problems?]

Hmmm....looking at Math in Focus a little more closely.  Does it use that bar method that Singapore math uses? 

[Best math program for teaching word problems?]

Thank you all for your replies.  I looked up Singapore and I think I see the bar method you all are describing.  I like how it is so visual...perfect for my son with autism.

 

I have no problem transitioning from Teaching Textbooks 5 to Singapore Math.  Would I then use Singapore's Math in Focus as his primary math and supplement with their FAN program.

 

If my son is doing Teaching Textbooks 5, which Math in Focus level would correspond?

 

Thank you!

 

Beth

[Best math program for teaching word problems?]

Hello,

I have a 15 year old son with autism who is working at a 5th grade math level in ACE and Teaching Textbooks. He is fine with numerical calculations but struggles with word problems and conceptual math (probability, when things are worded differently,etc).

I intend in continuing with TT however I am looking for an accompanying math program that will assist me with teaching explicity word problem strategy. He is a visual learner though he does not particularly need manipulatives. He does well with recognizing patterns and memorizing key words for strategic problem solving.

Can anyone recommend a curriculum?

Thanks!

Beth

[Fisher More Academy]

Hello,

I am new here and hoping to get some advice. I am considering bringing my 5th grader home to homeschool as he enters 6th grade (middle school) in the fall. I am already homeschooling a teen with autism who requires much one on one assistance so I would prefer a largely independent curriculum for my soon to be 6th grader that I supervise vs teach. I am looking at Fisher More Academy. Does anyone here have any thoughts or experience with this curriculum? We are Catholic.


The live interactive online classes are attractive and the structure as well.   The accountability to another adult besides me is also a bonus.



My 5th grade son is a B student in a rigorous public school. He is not gifted, nor academically advanced nor a particularly motivated student but he gets the work done, albeit begrudgingly sometimes. He needs structure and routine or he will get lost in endless distractions and his imagination. He is an artist and loves to draw, make movies, create, and will likely pursue this as a profession.



Any thoughts on curriculum for him?



Thanks!

 

[Computer based reading program that utilizes graphis organizers]

Is anyone aware of an online or computer based reading comprehension program that utilizes online or computer based graphic organizers embedded into the program?

 

I would love to find something like this.

 

Thanks!