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Understanding Geometry

Bridging the Gap Between Computation and Math Reasoning

Grades: 7-9

Mathematics

Full curriculum

Grades: 7-9

Mathematics

Full curriculum

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Description and Features

Bridges the gap between computation and mathematical reasoning for higher grades and top test scores.

Description and Features

The successful completion of this colorful 272-page book will prepare middle schoolers for high school geometry. It covers more than 50% of the concepts taught in high school geometry using a step-by-step approach and teaches the reasoning behind the properties taught in geometry–instead of merely asking them to memorize them. Students are also taught the basics of geometric proofs and coordinate geometry in a way middle school students can understand. Students who struggle with high school geometry usually have lower standardized test scores because it is a fundamental subject in high school standardized testing.

A glossary of terms that every student should master is included. This book can be used as a classroom textbook in Grades 7, 8, or 9 (usually over a two-year period) or as a reference for high school students. This book covers more than the National Math Standards for middle school mathematics.

This book contains the answers. A free, downloadable Detailed Solutions (PDF) is also available.

Contents

     •  Geometry Notation
     •  Lines
     •  Planes
     •  Angles—Types and Properties
     •  Pythagorean Theorem
     •  Polygons
     •  Quadrilateral Properties
     •  Parallelogram Properties
     •  Perimeter
     •  Circumference
     •  Pi
     •  Trapezoids
     •  Geometric Constructions
     •  3D Shapes—Prism, Cylinders, Pyramids, and Cones
     •  Symmetry
     •  Transformations—Reflection, Translations, Rotations, and Dilations
     •  Tessellations
     •  Proofs
     •  Congruency
     •  Slopes

 

NOTE:  It is our recommendation that students complete Understanding Pre-Algebra before attempting Understanding Geometry.

Product Details

Item#: 06930BBP
Author(s): Terri Husted
TOC: View Table of Contents
Subject: Mathematics
Type: Student Book with Answers
Media: Paperback Book
License: Reproducible
ISBN–10: 1-60144-453-2
ISBN–13: 978-1-60144-453-0
Pages: 272, Color

Awards

Cathy Duffy's 101 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum Award

Test preparation available for the following:

Mathematical Reasoning™ prepares students to achieve top scores on assessment tests, including

Otis-Lennon School Ability Test® (OLSAT®)
Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children® (WISC®)
Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence™ (WPPSI™)
Cognitive Abilities Test™ (CogAT®)
Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) / Talented and Gifted (TAG)
Florida State Assessment (FSA)
Maryland School Performance Assessment Program (MSPAP)
WA Measurements of Student Progress (MSP)
Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS)
Connecticut Mastery Test (CTPIII)
Florida State Assessment (FSA)
Iowa Tests of Basic Skills® (ITBS®)
Primary Test of Cognitive Skills™ (PTCS)
and many more!

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Mar 3, 2017
We had to go back to The Critical Thinking Co. because our kids were bored to tears with Saxon. My 11 year old daughter actually hugged her Understanding Geometry math book when we returned to your curriculum.
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Apr 7, 2013
Mathematical Reasoning presents math in a way that makes it not only simple to learn, but also practical to apply to everyday circumstance (obviously making math more meaningful to him).
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Apr 7, 2013
As a teacher I like the problem solving activities as these could be used over again or with several students in the classroom.
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Apr 7, 2013
As a math instructor, I am so happy that it looks like I may have a math-brain in my family after all! He asks to do his math school work (Mathematical Reasoning book) every day!
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Apr 7, 2013
For the money, the books are excellent buys and worthy supplements to any childhood students education.
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Apr 7, 2013
My son hated math. I saw your curriculum and gave it a try. Wow, what a great fit for my son! Your Mathematical Reasoning curriculum gave him a way to learn math that made sense to him. Thank you!
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Apr 7, 2013
It has been so good for her because it requires her to think! Sometimes she would get frustrated, but the material was engaging and it kept her motivated to try and figure it out.
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Apr 7, 2013
I really like that there is a lot of life application, logic and critical thinking sprinkled throughout the book. Lessons do not appear overwhelming or take hours to complete. In fact, most pages take just a few minutes to complete. There is a lot of colorful visual appeal as well, without appearing too childish for these upper elementary kids.
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Apr 7, 2013
We have truly enjoyed using this book. We started out by just using it once a week but my daughter begged for more! How can I turn down a child begging for Math!?! We are now using it daily and I can see the improvement in her math.
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Apr 7, 2013
Our family loves your Mathematical Reasoning™ series. My son has completed Levels E and F. As a former public school teacher and now a homeschool mom, I have looked at many math curriculums and yours is by far the best I have seen and used. I am so glad you are continuing this series and cant wait to see Level G.
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