KG Mathematics Curriculum

The Kindergarten Mathematics curriculum builds strong foundational skills through hands-on learning, exploration, and real-world problem-solving.
Key Focus Areas:
● Counting & Number Sense:- Count, read, and write numbers up to 20- Understand number order and one-to-one correspondence- Compose and decompose numbers
● Addition & Subtraction:- Use objects, pictures, and number lines to add and subtract- Learn simple equations and the meaning of the equal sign
● Shapes & Geometry:- Identify and describe 2D and 3D shapes- Sort and compare shapes based on their attributes- Combine shapes to make new ones
● Measurement & Data:- Compare length, weight, and size- Use position words like “longer,” “shorter,” “more,” and “less”- Collect and sort data into simple categories
● Place Value (Introductory):- Understand numbers 11–19 as “10 and some more”- Group numbers into tens and ones
Learning Tools:● Math games, manipulatives (like counters and number racks), drawings, and storytelling● Emphasis on explaining thinking and using math in everyday life
This approach helps young learners build confidence in math and prepares them for future success.

1st Grade Mathematics Curriculum

The 1st Grade Math curriculum builds a strong foundation in number sense, operations, geometry, measurement, and data through real-world applications and hands-on learning.
Key Units of Study:
● Numbers All Around Us- Understand numbers as quantities that can be composed, decomposed, and compared- Build early addition and subtraction strategies using objects and models
● Developing Strategies with Dice & Dominoes- Practice subitizing and using visual models for operations- Explore the relationship between addition and subtraction
● Adding, Subtracting, Counting, & Comparing- Solve problems up to 20 using flexible strategies- Understand the meaning of the equal sign and unknowns in equations
● Leapfrogs on the Number Line- Use number lines and skip counting to model operations- Develop place value understanding and build fluency
● Geometry- Identify, sort, and describe 2D and 3D shapes- Explore simple fractions like halves and fourths
● One Hundred and Beyond- Deepen place value knowledge up to 120- Add and subtract within 100, including multiples of ten
● Changes, Changes- Apply math to science and daily life (e.g., measuring time and length)- Collect, organize, and interpret simple data in charts and graphs
Skills Developed:
- Counting, comparing, and composing numbers- Solving word problems using different strategies- Understanding shapes and spatial relationships- Measuring, estimating, and organizing data- Developing math fluency with hands-on tools and visuals
This curriculum encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and confidence in math through engaging and meaningful practice.

2nd Grade Mathematics Curriculum

The 2nd Grade Math curriculum deepens students' understanding of number operations, place value, measurement, geometry, and data through real-world applications and problem-solving.
Key Units of Study:
● Figure the Facts- Develop fluency with addition and subtraction facts- Use models and strategies to solve word problems
● Place Value & Measurement with Jack’s Beanstalks- Build and break down numbers using hundreds, tens, and ones- Measure and compare lengths using different tools and units
● Addition & Subtraction Within One Hundred- Solve two-digit problems using place value understanding- Use number patterns and models to show thinking
● Measurement- Estimate and measure length with standard units- Apply addition and subtraction to measurement situations
● Place Value to One Thousand- Understand and model three-digit numbers- Represent numbers using different strategies and connect to money concepts
● Geometry- Identify, describe, and compose shapes- Measure area and partition rectangles into equal parts
● Measurement, Fractions & Multi-Digit Computation with Hungry Ants- Use fractions and units of measure- Add and subtract up to three-digit numbers with regrouping
● Measurement, Data & Multi-Digit Computation with Marble Rolls- Collect, represent, and interpret data- Solve multi-step problems with place value, length, and computation
Skills Developed:
- Fluency with basic addition and subtraction- Place value understanding to 1,000- Strategies for solving multi-digit problems- Measuring, comparing, and estimating lengths- Identifying shapes and understanding fractions- Representing and analyzing data
The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, flexible strategies, and real-life math applications to prepare students for future success.

3rd Grade Mathematics Curriculum

The 3rd Grade Math curriculum develops fluency with operations, place value, fractions, measurement, and geometry through visual models, problem-solving, and real-world applications.
Key Units of Study:
● Addition & Subtraction Patterns- Strengthen strategies for solving multi-digit addition and subtraction problems- Explore number patterns and use visual models
● Introduction to Multiplication- Understand multiplication as equal groups- Use arrays and repeated addition to build fluency
● Multi-Digit Addition & Subtraction- Add and subtract 2- and 3-digit numbers using multiple strategies- Use estimation and rounding to check reasonableness
● Measurement & Fractions- Tell time to the minute, measure length, and represent data- Understand fractions as numbers and represent them on a number line
● Multiplication, Division & Area- Explore division as sharing and grouping- Relate multiplication to area using arrays and unit squares
● Geometry- Identify and classify shapes based on attributes- Understand perimeter and connect it to real-world problems
● Extending Multiplication & Fractions- Apply properties of multiplication and explore more complex fraction models- Solve word problems using visual models and equations
● Bridge Design & Data Collection- Use measurement and data to design and analyze structures- Represent information using line plots, bar graphs, and pictographs
Skills Developed:
- Mastery of multiplication and division facts- Multi-digit computation with accuracy and flexibility- Understanding of fractions as numbers- Measuring time, length, and area- Analyzing and representing data- Problem-solving through real-world contexts
This curriculum supports conceptual understanding and problem-solving confidence by engaging students in active, hands-on learning.

4th Grade Mathematics Curriculum

The 4th Grade Math curriculum focuses on developing fluency with multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, measurement, and geometry through models, strategies, and real-world applications.
Key Units of Study:
● Multiplicative Thinking- Use multiplication to compare quantities and solve problems- Understand factor-multiple relationships and inverse operations
● Multi-Digit Multiplication & Early Division- Multiply and divide using strategies based on place value and models- Estimate, reason, and solve multi-step word problems
● Fractions & Decimals- Represent, compare, and compute with fractions and decimals- Understand equivalence, mixed numbers, and decimal notation
● Addition, Subtraction & Measurement- Add and subtract multi-digit numbers using place value understanding- Measure length, weight, and volume using customary and metric units- Represent data and solve problems using graphs
● Geometry & Measurement- Classify shapes by properties and symmetry- Measure and solve problems involving angles, area, and perimeter
● Multiplication, Division, Data & Fractions- Apply multiplication and division to solve real-world problems- Analyze and display data using graphs and charts
● Review & Extension- Revisit and deepen understanding of fractions, decimals, and multiplication- Connect fraction concepts to decimal representations
● Playground Design (Project-Based)- Use measurement, geometry, and data to design and plan a playground- Apply area, perimeter, angles, and graphing in real-world contexts
Skills Developed:
- Multi-digit multiplication and division fluency- Understanding and operating with fractions and decimals- Measurement and data interpretation- Geometry concepts including angles, symmetry, and classification- Mathematical reasoning and problem-solving strategies
This curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning and applying math concepts to meaningful real-world challenges.

5th Grade Mathematics Curriculum

The 5th Grade Math curriculum strengthens fluency with operations, deepens understanding of fractions and decimals, and introduces graphing, geometry, and volume—all through real-world applications and multi-step problem solving.
Key Units of Study:
● Expressions, Equations & Volume- Use models and algebraic expressions to solve problems- Understand volume and compute using formulas
● Adding & Subtracting Fractions- Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators- Use visual models and estimation to support computation
● Place Value & Decimals- Understand the base-ten system using whole numbers and decimals- Compare, round, and compute with decimals
● Multiplying & Dividing Whole Numbers & Decimals- Apply strategies and models for efficient computation- Explore the relationship between multiplication and division
● Multiplying & Dividing Fractions- Multiply and divide fractions and mixed numbers- Use real-world contexts and visual reasoning to understand operations
● Graphing, Geometry & Volume- Plot points on coordinate grids- Classify shapes by properties and compute volume of solids
● Division & Decimals- Divide whole numbers and decimals using multiple strategies- Analyze place value patterns and relate to powers of 10
● Solar Design (Project-Based Learning)- Apply math concepts to a real-world solar energy project- Integrate multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and measurement
Skills Developed:
- Mastery of multi-digit operations- Operations with fractions and decimals- Understanding geometric relationships and volume- Graphing on coordinate planes- Mathematical modeling, estimation, and reasoning
This curriculum prepares students for middle school math by promoting flexible thinking, strong number sense, and confidence in tackling multi-step problems.