Introduction

Everyday mathematics focuses on expanding the range of mathematics experience and ideas.  mathematics is integrated into both the ongoing daily routines of the classroom and into other subject areas.

The primary program is geared to developing problem solving strategies and mathematical concepts.  Emphasis is on establishing links among intuition from past experience, action with concrete materials, pictures, verbal statements and symbolic arithmetic statements.  For example, children might act out a problem or talk about it to get a feel for what is happening, perhaps draw simple pictures or diagrams, and eventually do some mental arithmetic or write a number model.  The following is a list of common strands (content areas) that are emphasized in Everyday Mathematics.

• Numeration and counting:  saying, reading, and writing numbers; counting patterns; place value; whole numbers, fractions and decimals
• Operations and relations:  number facts; operation families; informal work with properties
• Problem Solving and Mental Arithmetic:  mental and written arithmetic along with puzzles and brain teasers
• Data Collection and Analysis:  collecting and ordering data;tables, charts, and graphs.
• Geometry:  exploring two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes