Math Mammoth Grade 7-B Worktext
is the student book for the latter half of 7th grade mathematics studies or the latter half of a pre-algebra course (Math Mammoth Grade 7 is a pre-algebra curriculum).
The main areas of study in Math Mammoth Grade 7-B are:
ratios, rates, proportions, and percent
geometry: angle relationships, compass & ruler constructions, drawing problems, pi and the area and circumference of a circle, cross-sections formed when cutting solids, surface area, and volume
probability
statistics
Features
Math Mammoth focuses on
conceptual understanding
. It explains the "WHY", so your children can understand the math, not just learn "HOW" to do it.
Concepts are often explained with
visual models
, followed by exercises using those models. These visual models can take the place of manipulatives for many children; however, it is very easy to add corresponding manipulatives to the lessons if so desired.
The curriculum is
mastery-oriented
. This means it concentrates fairly long on a topic, delving into its various aspects. This promotes conceptual understanding, as opposed to spiral curricula that often tend to jump from topic to topic too much.
There is
very little teacher preparation
required.
The curriculum has no separate teacher's manual nor is it scripted. The introduction to each chapter has some notes for the teacher concerning the material in the chapter. All the instruction is written directly to the student in the worktext, and there also exist accompanying videos where you can see Maria herself teach the material.
After each chapter introduction, you will find a list of Internet links and resources (games, quizzes, animations, etc.) that can be used for fun, illustrations, and further practice.
This is the full-color version of the worktext.