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Understanding Pre-Algebra

Middle School Mathematics

Grades: 6-8

Mathematics

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Grades: 6-8

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Understanding Pre-Algebra

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

Description and Features

This book teaches and develops the math concepts and critical thinking skills necessary for success in Algebra I and future mathematics courses at the high school level.  It was written with the premise that students cannot problem-solve or take leaps of reasoning without understanding the concepts and elements that lead to discovery.  The author—with 35 years of experience teaching mathematics—is a firm believer that understanding leads to confidence and confidence gives students the resolve to succeed in higher level mathematics rather than fear it.  

It is standards-based, but what makes it different from other pre-algebra books is that it organizes concepts in a logical fashion, stressing practice and critical thinking. It avoids the mistakes—found in many other math books—of trying to teach new concepts before students receive the prerequisite skills and practice necessary for success. The concepts are presented clearly and in connection to other concepts. Math vocabulary is very important to success in higher mathematics, so this book includes easy-to-follow explanations and a user-friendly glossary.

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

CONTENTS

     •  Family of Numbers
     •  Working With Integers
     •  Working With Rational Numbers
     •  Ratio, Proportion, and Percent
     •  Percent Applications
     •  Algebraic Expressions
     •  Equations and Solving Word Problems
     •  Inequalities and Applications
     •  Understanding Square Roots and Irrational Numbers
     •  Two Dimensional Geometry
     •  Understanding Volume and Surface Area
     •  Graphing on the Coordinate Plane
     •  Transformations and Congruency
     •  Understanding Functions
     •  Probability and Statistics

Product Details

Item#: 06929BBP
Author(s): Terri Husted
TOC: View Table of Contents
Subject: Mathematics
Type: Student Book with Answers
Media: Paperback Book
License: Reproducible
ISBNā€“10: 1-60144-909-7
ISBNā€“13: 978-1-60144-909-2
Pages: 448, Color (Perforated)

Awards

The Old Schoolhouse - Homeschool Blue Ribbon Award for Favorite Middle School Product

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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Thank you so so much for your program!
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May 28, 2020
My gifted daughter is an amazing math student. She completed the whole 6th grade CLE math this past fall in one semester and had nothing to take this spring. So we did a placement test and put her in Saxon 8/7. She failed literally every single lesson. Badly. She was in tears and started to hate math. I went on FB and asked a homeschool group for ideas on what to do and they suggested my daughter do your Understanding Pre-Algebra book. She said that not only is it much better explained in your book, but she fully understands what she is doing now. Her self esteem is back and she no longer fights me to do her work. I just wanted to rave and thank you so so much for your program!
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Written by an actual algebra math teacher of 30 years!
5
May 2, 2020
Previously, I was a college math tutor. I bought this for my 6th grader. The author of this book was a math teacher for 30 years and you can tell. This book explains all steps needed from beginning to end, and in a logical order. She does not skip any steps, and builds upon what was learned in the previous chapter. The colorful graphs, charts, and drawings hold a child's attention well. Most books available aren't very thorough. I searched for a long time, and this was the best book of them all.
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curriculum lives up to its name
5
Sep 5, 2018
This curriculum lives up to its name ā€œUnderstanding Pre-Algebraā€. It is not a textbook that gives you a lot of problems to do just to learn how to do the problems. It is a math book designed to help the student understand pre-algebra. It gets right to the point, encourages critical thinking, and helps the student think about mathā€”not just learn a formula and solve a problem without understanding what they are doing. Pros: A lot of color used. It includes a final examination, glossary, reference sheet, and answers to the problems. It speaks to the student like a conversation, not a ā€œtextbookā€. It is a great way to accomplish a course in pre-algebra at a minimal cost. Cons: Some students may need more problems to solidify concepts. While it provides the answers, it does not always explain how to solve the problems, so if the student doesnā€™t understand why they got the answer wrong, they may need outside help. Overall, I highly recommend the curriculum. It does a fantastic job of covering all the material that is needed before Algebra. For those students that struggle with the idea of algebra, it provides a non-threatening curriculum; and if a student needs more practice, there are many online worksheets and videos that can supplement if needed. For those students who excel in math, it provides what they need without giving them a lot of busywork!
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combination textbook and workbook
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Sep 5, 2018
Understanding Pre-Algebra is a combination textbook and workbook ā€“ everything is self contained, which has been nice. The lessons are fairly short (a couple of pages of reading) followed by practice exercises. No different from a traditional textbook except that there are lines on which to write the answers so no additional paper is necessary. I like how they teach not only things that you need to know, but also how to ā€œthink outā€ how to get there. Itā€™s definitely a keeper for us!
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well thought out curriculum
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Sep 5, 2018
Understanding Pre-Algebra is a well thought out curriculum and I honestly wished I had this when I was in middle school. It's helped my 11-year-old understand more to where she's not so afraid of Algebra now. I feel the page layouts help to eliminate the intimidation factor and provides just enough instruction to not overwhelm the student.
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concise, easy to understand format
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Sep 5, 2018
One of the first things I liked about Understanding Pre-Algebra was that even though it is written to the student it does not have a lot of required reading for each lesson. Concepts are explained in a concise, easy to understand format. Plenty of examples are given to show the student what is being explained. Color charts and number lines are used. Important things for the student to remember are "highlighted" in a colored block. This reminds the students that they need to pay attention to those items. Tips and tricks are given to help students understand the concepts. I love that no other teacher manual is required. The glossary is a great tool to have in case the student forgets what a natural number or a polynomial is. We have been very impressed with Understanding Pre-Algebra and will continue to use it for our math curriculum.
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the rules became so clear
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Sep 4, 2018
I liked how this text/work book was set up. Each lesson first has instruction of the concepts, math vocabulary, critical thinking, and plenty of examples for learning how to actually do the practice problems that comprise the rest of the lesson. There are highlighted sections in the lessons in different colors that indicate math rules that the student really needs to know. There are also pictures, charts, and graphics that are in color so that emphasis of the concept gets internalized. There are some great mnemonic devices in this book to help remember these concepts and master them. We especially liked the cowboy story that teaches rules for multiplying and dividing positive and negative integers. I had never been taught that one and the rules became so clear after learning it.
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Pre-Algebra learning
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Sep 4, 2018
The book is set up to present the math standards needed in Pre-Algebra learning but does so in a logical manner and emphasizes practice along with critical thinking. What it steers clear of is teaching new concepts before the student is ready. Instead, this book presents new concepts clearly and logically and in connection with other concepts.
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explains algebra in a better way
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Sep 4, 2018
My son is not a boy of many words, but he said, "Mom, this book explains it in a better way. I can figure out the problems more easily after learning from this book."
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