Alignment to Pennsylvania Academic Standards
RU01 means Reading Upgrade Level 1
MU01 means Math Upgrade Level 1
CU01-Book
Structure
Students listen to and view a song describing the structure of a book,
including the cover, title, author, table of contents, chapters, and index.
They view covers and pages from books and locate answers to questions about the
contents.
CU02-Format,
Types of Text
Students view a description of formats including fiction and non-fiction,
narrative and expository, and books, drama / plays, or novels. They distinguish
between common forms of literature.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently A. Identify the purposes and types of text (e.g., literature, information) before reading.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently H. Demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading. Read a variety of genres and types of text.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Analyze text organization and content to derive meaning from text using established criteria.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature B. Identify literary elements in stories describing characters, setting and plot.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature D. Identify the structures in poetry (e.g., pattern books, predictable books, nursery rhymes).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature E. Identify the structures in drama (e.g., dialogue, story enactment, acts, scenes)
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently H. Demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading. Read a variety of genres and types of text.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.5 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature D. Identify poetic forms (e.g., ballad, sonnet, couplet).
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.8 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Learning to Read Independently B. Analyze the structure of informational materials explaining how authors used these to achieve their purposes.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
1.1.11 Learning to Read Independently H. Demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading. Read a variety of genres and types of text.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
1.1.11 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU03-Main Idea
Students listen to and view a song describing the main idea, summary, topic,
and theme. They must read passages and generalize to identify the central idea.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently A. Identify the purposes and types of text (e.g., literature, information) before reading.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently G. Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of
both fiction and nonfiction text.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently G. Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of both fiction and nonfiction text. Summarize the major ideas, themes or procedures of the text.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently G. Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of both fiction and nonfiction text. Summarize the major ideas, themes or procedures of the text.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
CU04-Author's
Purpose
Students listen to and view a song describing the author s purpose, including
writing to inform, narrate, persuade, describe, and entertain. They must read
passages and identify the author s purpose.
1.1.5 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Evaluate text organization and content to determine the author’s purpose and effectiveness.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Evaluate text organization and content to determine the author’s purpose and effectiveness according to the author’s theses, accuracy and thoroughness.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Learning to Read Independently G. Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of both fiction and nonfiction text, including public documents. Evaluate the author’s strategies.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
1.1.11 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Evaluate text organization and content to determine the author’s purpose and effectiveness according to the author’s theses, accuracy, thoroughness, logic and reasoning.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU05-Tone, Mood
and Attitude
Students listen to and view a song describing the author s tone, mood and
attitude. They must read passages and identify the author s tone and attitude.
1.1.8 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature B. Analyze the use of literary elements by an author including characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view, tone and style.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature B. Analyze the relationships, uses and effectiveness of literary elements used by one or more authors in similar genres including characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view, tone and style.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
1.1.11 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature E. Analyze how a scriptwriter’s use of words creates tone and mood, and how choice of words advances the theme or purpose of the work.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU06-Expository
Organizers
Students view a description of graphic expository organizers including the
sections for title, purpose, main idea, details, and conclusion. They must read
informational passages and fill in all the sections of the organizer.
1.1.3 Quality of Writing B. Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic. Gather and organize information.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Quality of Writing B. Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic. Gather, organize and select the most effective information appropriate for the topic, task and audience.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Quality of Writing B. Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic. Gather, determine validity and reliability of and organize information.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Quality of Writing B. Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic. Gather, determine validity and reliability of, analyze and organize information.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU07-Reference
Books
Students view a description if reference books and materials including the
encyclopedia, dictionary, atlas, thesaurus. They must read a request for
information and decide which reference materials would contain the information.
1.1.3 Research B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Locate resources for a particular task (e.g., newspapers, dictionary).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Research B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Select sources (e.g., dictionaries, encyclopedias, interviews to write a family history, observations, electronic media).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Research A. Select and refine a topic for research. Evaluate the usefulness and qualities of the sources.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.5 Research A. Select and refine a topic for research. Select appropriate sources (e.g., dictionaries, encyclopedias, other reference materials, interviews, observations, computer databases).
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Research B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Determine valid resources for researching the topic, including primary and secondary sources.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.8 Research B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Select essential sources (e.g., dictionaries, encyclopedias, other reference materials, interviews, observations, computer databases).
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Research B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Determine valid resources for researching the topic, including primary and secondary sources.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
1.1.11 Research B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Select sources appropriate to the breadth and depth of the research (e.g., dictionaries, thesauruses, other reference materials, interviews, observations, computer databases).
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU08-Narrative
Writing
Students view a description of narrative story writing including the problem,
characters, setting, and solution. They must read stories and identify the key
elements.
1.1.3 Types of Writing A. Write narrative pieces (e.g., stories, poems, plays). Include detailed descriptions of people, places and things.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Types of Writing A. Write narrative pieces (e.g., stories, poems, plays). Include literary elements (Standard 1.3.3.B.).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Types of Writing A. Write poems, plays and multiparagraph stories. Include detailed descriptions of people, places and things.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.5 Types of Writing A. Write poems, plays and multiparagraph stories. Include literary elements (Standard 1.3.5.B.).
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Types of Writing A. Write short stories, poems and plays. Include literary elements
(Standard 1.3.8.B.)
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Types of Writing A. Write short stories, poems and plays. Include literary elements (Standard 1.3.11.B.) .
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU09-Story Maps
Students view a description of graphic story maps including sections for the
problem, characters, setting, events, and solution. They read stories or
narrative passages and fill in all the sections of the story map.
1.1.3 Quality of Writing B. Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic. Gather and organize information.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Types of Writing B. Write multi-paragraph informational pieces (e.g., essays, descriptions, letters, reports, instructions). Use relevant graphics (e.g., maps, charts, graphs, tables, illustrations, photographs).
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Types of Writing A. Write short stories, poems and plays. Apply varying organizational methods.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Types of Writing A. Write short stories, poems and plays. Apply varying organizational methods.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU10-K-W-L
Charts
Students listen to and view a song describing the use of K-W-L charts to
document what you already know, want to know, and learned after reading a
passage. They must fill in the K-W-L charts before and after reading each
passage.
CU11-Greek and
Latin Root Words
Students listen to and view a song describing and listing common greek and
latin root words. They must identify the root word from a set of words and then
identify the meaning of the root word.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, word analysis (e.g., root words, prefixes and suffixes), syllabication, picture and context clues to decode and understand new words during reading.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Characteristics and Functions of the English Language A. Identify words from other languages that are commonly used English
words.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.11 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of root words and words from literary works to recognize and understand the meaning of new words during reading. Use these words accurately in speaking and writing.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU12-Homophones
Students listen to and view a song describing and listing common homophones, or
words with the same sound and a different meaning. They must fill in sentences
with the correct word from several homophones.
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by correctly identifying and using words (e.g., synonyms, homophones, homographs, words with roots, suffixes, prefixes). Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by correctly identifying and using words (e.g., synonyms, homophones, homographs, words with roots, suffixes, prefixes). Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
CU13-Context
Clues
Students listen to and view a song describing how to use sentence and word
context clues to help find or predict the meaning of unknown or unfamiliar
words. They must identify the meaning of words in the context of passages from
several possible meanings.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, word analysis (e.g., root words, prefixes and suffixes), syllabication, picture and context clues to decode and understand new words during reading.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, syllabication, prefixes, suffixes, the dictionary or context clues to decode and understand new words during reading. Use these words accurately in writing and speaking.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, syllabication, prefixes, suffixes, the dictionary or context clues to decode and understand new words during reading. Use these words accurately in writing and speaking.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
CU14-Question
Answer Relationships QAR
Students view a description of QAR, or question answer relationships, including
right there, think and search, author and me, and on my own. They must read
passages and answer each type of question.
CU15-Synonyms
Students view a description of synonyms, or words with the same meaning. They
must select the correct synonym for a word to replace in a sentence.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by identifying and correctly using words (e.g., antonyms, synonyms, categories of words). Use a dictionary when appropriate.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by correctly identifying and using words (e.g., synonyms, homophones, homographs, words with roots, suffixes, prefixes). Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by correctly identifying and using words (e.g., synonyms, homophones, homographs, words with roots, suffixes, prefixes). Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
CU16-Antonyms
Students view a description of antonyms, or words with the opposite meaning.
They must select the correct antonym for a word to replace in a sentence.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by identifying and correctly using words (e.g., antonyms, synonyms, categories of words). Use a dictionary when appropriate.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
CU17-Poetry
Students view a description of poetry and the common forms including narrative,
dramatic, free verse. They read poems and answer questions on the form and
content.
1.1.3 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature D. Identify the structures in poetry (e.g., pattern books, predictable books, nursery rhymes).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature D. Identify and respond to the effects of sound and structure in poetry (e.g., alliteration, rhyme, verse form).
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature D. Analyze and evaluate in poetry the appropriateness of diction and figurative language (e.g., irony, understatement, overstatement, paradox).
(Language Arts, Level 11)
1.1.11 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU18-History
K-W-L
Students view a description of the subject history and learn vocabulary words
for this subject. They read textbook style history passages and fill in K-W-L
charts to document what they already know, want to know, and learned after
reading the passage.
CU19-Charts and
Graphs
Students view a description of charts, graphs and diagrams including the pie,
bar, and line charts and graphs. They view graphs and answer questions about
the content.
2.1.3 Statistics and Data Analysis A. Gather, organize and display data using pictures, tallies, charts, bar graphs and pictographs.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Algebra and Functions H. Describe and interpret the data shown in tables and charts.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Statistics and Data Analysis A. Organize and display data using pictures, tallies, tables, charts, bar graphs and circle graphs.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Mathematical Problem Solving and Communication B. Verify and interpret results using precise mathematical language, notation and representations, including numerical tables and equations, simple algebraic equations and formulas, charts, graphs and diagrams.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
CU20-Music
Comprehension
Students view a description of the subject music. They read textbook style
expository passages about music and answer comprehension questions.
CU21-Mythology
Story Maps
Students view a description of the subject mythology and learn vocabulary words
for this subject. They read mythological stories from around the world and fill
in all the sections of the story map for each story: problem, characters,
setting, events, and solution.
CU22-Idioms
Students listen to and view a song describing and listing common idioms in
context. They read passages containing idioms and identify the correct meaning
of each idiom.
CU23-Conclusions
and Inferences
Students view a description of conclusions and inferences with an example. They
read short passages and then make inferences and draw conclusions to answer the
questions.
1.1.3 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Make inferences from text when studying a topic (e.g., science, social studies) and draw conclusions based on text.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Make inferences about similar concepts in multiple texts and draw conclusions.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Draw inferences based on a variety of information sources.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
CU24-Earth
Science K-W-L
Students view a description of the subject earth science and learn vocabulary
words for this subject. They read textbook style earth science passages and
fill in K-W-L charts to document what they already know, want to know, and
learned after reading the passage.
CU25-Dance
Comprehension
Students view a description of the subject dance and learn vocabulary words for
this subject. They read textbook style expository passages about dance and
answer comprehension questions.
CU26-Advertising
QAR
Students view a description of the subject advertising. They view
advertisements with text and graphics. They answer four QAR, or question answer
relationships, questions per passage: right there, think and search, author and
me, and on my own.
CU27-Art
Expository Organizer
Students view a description of the subject art and learn vocabulary words for
this subject. They read expository passages about famous artists and fill in
all the sections of the expository organizer for each passage: title, purpose,
main idea, details, and conclusion.
CU28-Cause and
Effect
Students view a description of cause and effect with an example. They read
passages and answer why questions by selecting from a set of clauses beginning
with because.
CU29-Metaphor
and Simile
Students view a description of metaphor and simile with examples of figurative
language. They read sentences and identify whether the author is using metaphor
or simile.
1.1.5 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature C. Describe how the author uses literary devices to convey meaning. Figurative language (e.g., personification, simile, metaphor, hyperbole).
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature C. Analyze the effect of various literary devices. Figurative language (e.g., personification, simile, metaphor, hyperbole, allusion).
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature C. Analyze the effectiveness, in terms of literary quality, of the author’s use of literary devices. Figurative language (e.g., personification, simile, metaphor, hyperbole, irony, satire).
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU30-Point of
View
Students view a description of the author s point of view including first
person and third person writing examples. They read passages and identify the
point of view and author s opinion.
1.1.5 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature B. Compare the use of literary elements within and among texts including characters, setting, plot, theme and point of view.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature B. Analyze the use of literary elements by an author including characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view, tone and style.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature B. Analyze the relationships, uses and effectiveness of literary elements used by one or more authors in similar genres including characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view, tone and style.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU31-Forms and
Applications
Students view a description of forms and applications including blanks, fields,
and field headings. They fill in forms such as a job application one field at a
time.
CU32-Biology
Comprehension
Students view a description of the subject biology and learn vocabulary words
for this subject. They read textbook style expository passages about biology
and answer comprehension questions.
CU33-Fact and
Opinion
Students view a description of fact and opinion with examples. They must read
short passages and identify ones expressing fact or the author s opinion.
1.1.3 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Differentiate fact from opinion within text.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Differentiate fact from opinion across texts.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Differentiate fact from opinion utilizing resources that go beyond traditional text (e.g., newspapers, magazines and periodicals) to electronic media.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Differentiate fact from opinion across a variety of texts by using complete and accurate information, coherent arguments and points of view.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU34-Prediction
Students learn how to predict what will happen next based on items in a
passage. They read passages and make predictions, and then confirm their
predictions after further reading.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently D. Read text using self-monitoring comprehension strategies (e.g., predict, revise predictions, reread, use text organization including headings, graphics, and charts, and adjust reading rate).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Speaking and Listening B. Listen to a selection of literature (fiction and/or nonfiction). Predict what will happen next.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently D. Identify the basic ideas and facts in text using strategies (e.g., prior knowledge, illustrations and headings) and information from other sources to make predictions about text.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.5 Speaking and Listening B. Listen to a selection of literature (fiction and/or nonfiction). Predict the result of the story actions.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently D. Identify the basic ideas and facts in text using strategies (e.g., prior knowledge, illustrations and headings) and information from other sources to make predictions about text.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.8 Speaking and Listening B. Listen to selections of literature (fiction and/or nonfiction). Predict content/events.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
CU35-Geography
K-W-L
Students view a description of the subject geography and learn vocabulary words
for this subject. They read textbook style geography passages and fill in K-W-L
charts to document what they already know, want to know, and learned after
reading the passage.
CU36-Flowcharts
Organize
Student view a description of a flowchart diagram including the step-by-step
process from start to finish with boxes and lines. They read passages describing
a sequence or process and fill in the boxes of a flowchart.
CU37-Plays and
Drama
Students view a description of plays and drama including script, characters,
setting, dialog, comedy, and tragedy. They read script selections and identify
the key elements of the play.
1.1.3 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature E. Identify the structures in drama (e.g., dialogue, story enactment, acts, scenes)
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature E. Analyze drama as information source, entertainment, persuasion or transmitter of culture.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.5 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature E. Analyze drama to determine the reasons for a character’s actions taking into account the situation and basic motivation of the character.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.8 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU38-Social
Studies Comprehension
Students view a description of the subject social studies and learn vocabulary
words for this subject. They read textbook style expository passages about
social studies and answer comprehension questions.
CU39-Astronomy
Expository Organizer
Students view a description of the subject astronomy. They read expository
passages about astronomy and fill in all the sections of the expository
organizer for each passage: title, purpose, main idea, details, and conclusion.
CU40-Mystery
Prediction
Students view a description of mystery or suspense chapter books. They read
parts of chapters of the book, make predictions about the story plot, and read
further to confirm their predictions.
CU41-Analogies
Students listen to and view a song describing an analogy with several examples.
They view analogies with missing elements and identify the correct elements to
complete the relationships.
CU42-Compare and
Contrast: Venn Diagrams
Students view a description of Venn diagrams to compare and contrast two items,
including the common intersecting elements and distinct elements. They read
passages and then fill in Venn diagrams.
CU43-Biography
K-W-L
Students view a description of the subject biography and learn vocabulary words
for this subject. They read biographical passages about famous people and fill
in K-W-L charts to document what they already know, want to know, and learned
after reading the passage.
CU44-Internet
Searching
Students view a description of internet search, including search engines, web
browser, search terms, links, and web sites. They view search results and
identify the best web site for specific purposes.
1.1.3 Reading Critically in All Content Areas B. Use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced. Use electronic media for research.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Speaking and Listening F. Use media for learning purposes. Explain the importance of television, radio, film and Internet in the lives of people.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Research B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Select sources (e.g., dictionaries, encyclopedias, interviews to write a family history, observations, electronic media).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Reading Critically in All Content Areas B. Use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced. Use a variety of media (e.g., computerized card catalogues, encyclopedias) for research.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.5 Speaking and Listening F. Use media for learning purposes. Compare information received on television with that received on radio or in newspapers.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.5 Speaking and Listening F. Use media for learning purposes. Access information on Internet.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.11 Learning to Read Independently A. Locate various texts, media and traditional resources for assigned and independent projects before reading.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU45-Health
Expository Organizer
Students view a description of the subject health. They read expository
passages about health and fill in all the sections of the expository organizer
for each passage: title, purpose, main idea, details, and conclusion.
CU46-Preview,
Skim and Scan
Students view a description of skimming and scanning text and previewing a
passage. They must briefly skim and scan passages and then answer questions
about the passage.
1.1.3. Learning to Read Independently B. Preview the text formats (e.g., title, headings, chapters and table of contents).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
CU47-Careers
Flowcharts
Students view a description of a career or permanent occupation, and learn
vocabulary words for careers. They read passages that describe careers and then
fill in the boxes of a flowchart describing the step-by-step process.
CU48-Follow
Directions
Students follow multi-step written directions and instructions to obtain money
from an ATM machine and make a series of purchases at a shopping center.
CU49-Fast
Fluency Game
Students exercise their reading fluency by reading a passage and answering a
series of timed questions on title, main idea, tone, metaphor and simile,
analogy, and point of view.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently H. Demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading. Demonstrate comprehension.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently H. Demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading. Demonstrate comprehension (Standard 1.1.5.G.).
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently H. Demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading. Demonstrate comprehension
(Standard 1.1.5.G.).
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Learning to Read Independently H. Demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading. Demonstrate comprehension (Standard 1.1.11.G.).
(Language Arts, Level 11)
CU50-Final
Challenge
Students follow multi-step written directions and instructions to find a
missing certificate in an old mansion.
RU01-Letter
Sounds A-I
Students listen to and view three songs that present the phonics letter sounds
A to I with uppercase and lowercase alphabet letters and matching pictures (A
says a for apple). Students recognize letter-sound relationships and select
pictures to match letters until mastery is achieved.
RU02-Three-Letter
Words A-I
Students listen to and view two songs that present the decoding of three-letter
C-V-C words with letters A-I in steps: alphabet, phonics, blending, and whole
word. Students decode three letter words and select matching pictures until
mastery is achieved.
RU03-Sentences
A-I
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They match
three written sight words with spoken words. Students read simple sentences
with known sight words and decodable words with letters A-I. They match
sentences with pictures and fill in missing words in sentences.
RU04-Letter
Sounds J-R
Students listen to and view three songs that present the phonics letter sounds
J to R with uppercase and lowercase alphabet letters and matching pictures (A
says a for apple). Students recognize letter-sound relationships and select
pictures to match letters until mastery is achieved.
RU05-Three-Letter
Words J-R
Students listen to and view two songs that present the decoding of three-letter
C-V-C words with letters A-R in steps: alphabet, phonics, blending, and whole
word. Students decode three letter words and select matching pictures until
mastery is achieved.
RU06-Sentences
J-R
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They match
three written sight words with spoken words. Students read simple sentences
with known sight words and decodable words with letters A-R. They match
sentences with pictures and fill in missing words in sentences.
RU07-Letter
Sounds S-Z
Students view three songs that present the phonics letter sounds S to Z with
uppercase and lowercase alphabet letters and matching pictures (A says a for
apple). Students demonstrate letter-sound recognition by selecting pictures to
match letters until mastery is achieved.
RU08-Three-Letter
Words S-Z
Students listen to and view two songs that present the decoding of three-letter
C-V-C words with letters A-Z in steps: alphabet, phonics, blending, and whole
word. Students decode three letter words and select matching pictures until
mastery is achieved.
RU09-Sentences
S-Z
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They match
three written sight words with spoken words. Students read simple sentences
with known sight words and decodable words with letters A-Z. They match
sentences with pictures and fill in missing words in sentences.
RU10-Short
Vowels
Students listen to and view a short vowel song presenting each vowel sound with
a matching word and picture. They select missing short vowels in three-letter
C-V-C words to match a picture until mastery is achieved.
RU11-Ending
Blends
Students listen to and view two songs presenting common ending or final
consonant blends and diagraphs with example words. They decode words and select
matching pictures until mastery is achieved.
RU12-Ending
Blends Sentences
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They read
sentences containing words with ending or final consonant blends and diagraphs
and select the correct final word to complete the sentence.
RU13-Long Vowels
and Silent E
Students listen to and view a song which present the silent E or magic E rule
and long vowel sounds. They must listen to words and select either the short
vowel C-V-C word or the corresponding long vowel word with a final silent E
added at the end.
RU14-Long Vowels
Sentences
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They read
sentences containing words with long vowels and the silent E or magic E, and
select the correct final word to complete the sentence.
RU15-Beginning
Blends A
Students listen to and view a song presenting the first of two sets of
beginning or initial consonant blends and diagraphs with example words. They
listen to words and select matching beginning consonant blends to develop
phonemic awareness until mastery is achieved.
RU16-Beginning
Blends A Riddles
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They read
riddles containing three sentences and select the matching word answer from
three words with beginning consonant blends.
RU17-Vowel
Blends A
Students listen to and view a song presenting the first of four sets of vowel
blends or pairs, diagraphs, and diphthongs with example words. They listen to a
word containing a vowel blend and select the matching written word.
RU18-Vowel
Blends A Sentences
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They read
sentences with missing endings and select the correct ending from two
containing words with vowel blends or pairs, diagraphs, and diphthongs.
RU19-Vowel
Blends B
Students listen to and view a song presenting the second of four sets of vowel
blends or pairs, diagraphs, and diphthongs with example words. They listen to a
word containing a vowel blend and select the matching written word.
RU20-Vowel
Blends B Sentences
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They read
sentences with missing endings and select the correct ending from two
containing words with vowel blends.
RU21-Beginning
Blends B
Students listen to and view a song presenting the second of two sets of
beginning or initial consonant blends and diagraphs with example words. They
listen to words and select matching beginning consonant blends to develop
phonemic awareness until mastery is achieved.
RU22-Beginning
Blends B Riddles
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They read
riddles containing three sentences and select the matching word answer from
three words with beginning consonant blends.
RU23-Vowel
Blends C
Students listen to and view a song presenting the third of four sets of vowel
blends or pairs, diagraphs, and diphthongs with example words. They listen to a
word containing a vowel blend and select the matching written word.
RU24-Vowel
Blends C Sentences
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They read
sentences with missing endings and select the correct ending from two
containing words with vowel blends or pairs, diagraphs, and diphthongs.
RU25-Vowel
Blends D
Students listen to and view a song presenting the fourth of four sets of vowel
blends or pairs, diagraphs, and diphthongs with example words. They listen to a
word containing a vowel blend and select the matching written word.
RU26-Vowel
Blends D Sentences
Students listen to and view a sight word song with three new words. They read
sentences with missing endings and select the correct ending from two
containing words with vowel blends or pairs, diagraphs, and diphthongs.
RU27-Silent
Letters & Sounds
Students listen to and view a song presenting words with silent letters such as
GH. They read words and select the silent letter or letters in the word.
RU28-Word
Families A
Students listen to and view a song presenting the first of two sets of word
families with common endings, rimes, and chunks. They read a word and identify
all rhyming words from a list.
RU29-True/False
A
Students read sentences containing words from common word families and then
identify whether they are true or false.
RU30-Word
Families A
Students listen to and view a song presenting the second of two sets of word
families with common endings, rimes, and chunks. They read a word and identify
all rhyming words from a list.
RU31-True/False
A
Students read sentences containing words from common word families and then
identify whether they are true or false.
RU32-Prefixes
Students view a description of prefixes. They listen to a word and attach the
correct prefix from a list of prefixes to the base or root word.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, word analysis (e.g., root words, prefixes and suffixes), syllabication, picture and context clues to decode and understand new words during reading.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, syllabication, prefixes, suffixes, the dictionary or context clues to decode and understand new words during reading. Use these words accurately in writing and speaking.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by correctly identifying and using words (e.g., synonyms, homophones, homographs, words with roots, suffixes, prefixes). Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, syllabication, prefixes, suffixes, the dictionary or context clues to decode and understand new words during reading. Use these words accurately in writing and speaking.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by correctly identifying and using words (e.g., synonyms, homophones, homographs, words with roots, suffixes, prefixes). Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
RU33-Suffixes
Students view a description of suffixes. They listen to a word and attach the
correct suffix from a list of suffixes to the base or root word.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, word analysis (e.g., root words, prefixes and suffixes), syllabication, picture and context clues to decode and understand new words during reading.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, syllabication, prefixes, suffixes, the dictionary or context clues to decode and understand new words during reading. Use these words accurately in writing and speaking.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by correctly identifying and using words (e.g., synonyms, homophones, homographs, words with roots, suffixes, prefixes). Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, syllabication, prefixes, suffixes, the dictionary or context clues to decode and understand new words during reading. Use these words accurately in writing and speaking.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by correctly identifying and using words (e.g., synonyms, homophones, homographs, words with roots, suffixes, prefixes). Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
RU34-Compound
Words
Students view a description of compound words. They listen to a compound word
and attach the correct initial word from a list to the ending word.
RU35-Long or
Multi-syllable Words A
Students listen to and view a song presenting a method for decoding long words
or multi-syllable words by separating the syllables, sounding out each
syllable, and blending together the sounds. They must listen to long words and
select them from a list of words.
RU36-Long or
Multi-syllable Words B
Students listen to and view a song presenting a method for decoding long words
or multi-syllable words by separating the syllables, sounding out each
syllable, and blending together the sounds. They must listen to long words and
select them from a list of words.
RU37-Contractions
Students view a description of contractions. They read two words and then
select the matching contraction with the correct apostrophe and eliminated
letters.
RU38-Numbers
Students listen to and view a song presenting the word categories of numbers 1
to 100. They fill in a bank check by selecting the written out number that
matches the numeral amount on the check.
RU39-Days and
Months
Students listen to and view a song presenting the word categories of days of
the week and months of the year. They read invitations and identify the time
and details of the invite.
RU40-Directions
Students read and follow multiple-step written instructions and select the
correct directions on maps, signs, diagrams and illustrations to navigate to a
house.
RU41-Instructions
Students read and follow multiple-step written instructions and select the
correct actions on signs, diagrams and illustrations to operate a gasoline pump
and a television remote control.
RU42-Details:
Who What When Where Why
Students listen to and view a song presenting the facts and details who what
when where and why. They read one-paragraph passages and answer comprehension
multiple-choice questions including detail questions. Students follow the
paragraph structure of left to right and top to bottom reading.
RU43-Order and
Sequence
Students read five sentences and move each sentence into the logical order and
sequence. They place the topic sentence or problem at the top, the detail
sentences in sequential or chronological order, and the conclusion sentence or
solution at the end.
RU44-Compare and
Contrast
Students read one paragraph passages and answer multiple-choice questions to
compare and contrast the similarities and differences of information on the
same topic.
1.1.11 Learning to Read Independently G. Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of both fiction and nonfiction text, including public documents. Compare and contrast texts using themes, settings, characters and ideas.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
RU45-Cause and
Effect
Students view a description of cause and effect explaining the why and because
relationships. Students read one paragraph passages and answer multiple-choice
questions which ask why, with answers beginning with because.
RU46-Fact and Opinion
Students view a description of fact and opinion. They read sentences and select
whether they represent a fact or the opinion of the author.
1.1.3 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Differentiate fact from opinion within text.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Speaking and Listening A. Listen to others. Distinguish fact from opinion.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Differentiate fact from opinion across texts.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Differentiate fact from opinion utilizing resources that go beyond traditional text (e.g., newspapers, magazines and periodicals) to electronic media.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Differentiate fact from opinion across a variety of texts by using complete and accurate information, coherent arguments and points of view.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
RU47-Main Idea
Students listen to and view a song describing the main idea and details of a
paragraph, with an example paragraph and structure diagram. They must read a
paragraph and identify the main idea, summary, central idea, theme, or topic.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently G. Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of
both fiction and nonfiction text.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently G. Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of both fiction and nonfiction text. Summarize the major ideas, themes or procedures of the text.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently G. Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of both fiction and nonfiction text. Summarize the major ideas, themes or procedures of the text.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
RU48-Conclutions
and Inferences
Students view a description of conclusions and inferences. They read one
paragraph passages and answer multiple-choice questions including making
inferences and predicting outcomes.
1.1.3 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Make inferences from text when studying a topic (e.g., science, social studies) and draw conclusions based on text.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Make inferences about similar concepts in multiple texts and draw conclusions.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Draw inferences based on a variety of information sources.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Reading Critically in All Content Areas A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Use teacher and student established criteria for making decisions and drawing conclusions.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
RU49-Challenge
Game: Follow Instructions
Students read multiple-step written instructions and perform tasks to clean up
a messy room.
RU50-Final
Challenge: Comprehension
Students listen to a word and then find the matching word in a dictionary to
fill in a sentence with a missing word. The game requires comprehension,
fluency, and phonemic awareness.
1.1.3 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by identifying and correctly using words (e.g., antonyms, synonyms, categories of words). Use a dictionary when appropriate.
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Research B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Locate resources for a particular task (e.g., newspapers, dictionary).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.3 Research B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Select sources (e.g., dictionaries, encyclopedias, interviews to write a family history, observations, electronic media).
(Language Arts, Level 3)
1.1.5 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, syllabication, prefixes, suffixes, the dictionary or context clues to decode and understand new words during reading. Use these words accurately in writing and speaking.
(Language Arts, Level 5)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently C. Use knowledge of phonics, syllabication, prefixes, suffixes, the dictionary or context clues to decode and understand new words during reading. Use these words accurately in writing and speaking.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.8 Learning to Read Independently E. Acquire a reading vocabulary by correctly identifying and using words (e.g., synonyms, homophones, homographs, words with roots, suffixes, prefixes). Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 8)
1.1.11 Learning to Read Independently E. Establish a reading vocabulary by identifying and correctly using new words acquired through the study of their relationships to other words. Use a dictionary or related reference.
(Language Arts, Level 11)
MU01-Place Value
Students listen to and view the place value song that presents the ones, tens,
hundreds, thousands, and millions place. Students identify the place value of
digits, compare numbers greater than or less than a number, identify spoken
numbers, and identify numbers written out as words.
2.1.3 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships G. Use concrete objects to count, order and group.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships I. Apply place-value concepts and numeration to counting, ordering and grouping.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Mathematical Reasoning and Connections A. Compare quantities and magnitudes of numbers.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
MU02-Number Line
Students listen to and view a description of the number line, positive numbers,
negative numbers, integers, whole numbers, and real numbers. Students identify
points on the number line including positive, negative, integer, whole, and
real numbers.
2.1.5 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships F. Use simple concepts of negative numbers (e.g., on a number line, in counting, in temperature).
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships F. Use the number line model to demonstrate integers and their applications.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU03-Comparison
Students listen to and view a song video describing the comparison signs
including the greater than sign, less than sign, and equal sign. Students
compare two numbers or expressions and select the correct comparison symbols.
2.1.5 Concepts of Calculus A. Make comparisons of numbers (e.g., more, less, same, least, most, greater than, less than).
(Mathematics, Level 5)
MU04-Add Facts
1-5
Students listen to and view five songs listing the addition facts or sums for
the numbers 1 to 5 plus 1 to 10. Students memorize to automaticity 50 addition
facts presented in a random order with repetition to mastery. Students solve
1-digit addition problems.
2.1.3 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships L. Demonstrate knowledge of basic facts in four basic operations.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Computation and Estimation A. Apply addition and subtraction in everyday situations using concrete objects.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
MU05-Add Facts
6-10
Students listen to and view five songs listing the addition facts or sums for
the numbers 6 to 10 plus 1 to 10. Students memorize to automaticity 100
addition facts or sums to 20 presented in a random order with repetition to
mastery. Students solve 1-digit addition problems.
2.1.3 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships L. Demonstrate knowledge of basic facts in four basic operations.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Computation and Estimation A. Apply addition and subtraction in everyday situations using concrete objects.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
MU06-Long
Addition
Students listen to and view a song video describing addition or sum of
two-digit or multidigit numbers and learn to carry over. Students calculate the
sum of 2-digit numbers step-by-step.
2.1.3 Computation and Estimation B. Solve single- and double-digit addition and subtraction problems with regrouping in vertical form.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
MU07-Subtraction
Students listen to and view a song video describing subtraction or the
difference of two-digit numbers and learn to borrow or regroup. Students
subtract 2-digit numbers step-by-step.
2.1.3 Computation and Estimation B. Solve single- and double-digit addition and subtraction problems with regrouping in vertical form.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
MU08-Mult Facts
1-5
Students listen to and view five songs listing the multiplication facts for the
numbers 1 to 5 times 1 to 12. Students memorize to automaticity the
multiplication table 1 to 5 presented in a random order with repetition to
mastery. Students solve 1-digit multiplication problems.
2.1.3 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships L. Demonstrate knowledge of basic facts in four basic operations.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Computation and Estimation C. Demonstrate the concept of multiplication as repeated addition and arrays.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
MU09-Mult Facts
6-10
Students listen to and view five songs listing the multiplication facts for the
numbers 6 to 10 times 1 to 12. Students memorize to automaticity the
multiplication table presented in a random order with repetition to mastery.
Students solve 1-digit multiplication problems.
2.1.3 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships L. Demonstrate knowledge of basic facts in four basic operations.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Computation and Estimation C. Demonstrate the concept of multiplication as repeated addition and arrays.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
MU10-Long
Multiplication
Students listen to and view a description of the long multiplication process or
algorithm. Students multiply and solve problems with 1 digit, 2 digit, and
multidigit numbers.
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation A. Create and solve word problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation H. Explain multiplication and division algorithms.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
MU11-Long
Division
Students listen to and view a description of the long division process or
algorithm. Students divide and solve problems with 1 digit, 2 digit, and
multidigit numbers.
MU12-Signed Add
Students listen to and view a signed addition song video describing how to add
and subtract positive and negative integers, and how to convert subtraction of
signed numbers into addition. Students solve addition and subtraction problems
with signed numbers positive and negative step by step.
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation B. Add, subtract, multiply and divide different kinds and forms of rational numbers including integers, decimal fractions, percents and proper and improper fractions.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU13-Signed
Multiply
Students listen to and view a signed multiplication song video describing how
to multiply and divide positive and negative integers. Students solve
multiplication and division problems with signed numbers positive and negative
step by step.
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation B. Add, subtract, multiply and divide different kinds and forms of rational numbers including integers, decimal fractions, percents and proper and improper fractions.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU14-Fractions
Basics
Students listen to and view a fractions basics song describing parts of a
whole, numerator, denominator, proper fractions, improper fractions, mixed
fractions, and conversion between types of fractions. Students solve problems
identifying and converting between types of fractions.
2.1.3 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships D. Use drawings, diagrams or models to show the concept of fraction as part of a whole.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships D. Use models to represent fractions and decimals.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships A. Represent and use numbers in equivalent forms (e.g., integers, fractions, decimals, percents, exponents, scientific notation, square roots).
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU15-Factors
& Multiples
Students listen to and view a description of factors, factorization, and
multiples. Students create a list of factors of a number, and a list of
multiples of a number.
2.1.5 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships G. Develop and apply number theory concepts (e.g., primes, factors, multiples, composites) to represent numbers in various ways.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
MU16-Prime
Numbers
Students listen to and view a prime number song defining prime numbers and
listing the prime numbers up to 47. Students are given whole numbers and create
a factor tree of prime factors, or a prime factorization.
2.1.5 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships E. Explain the concepts of prime and composite numbers.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships G. Develop and apply number theory concepts (e.g., primes, factors, multiples, composites) to represent numbers in various ways.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
MU17-Reduce
Fractions
Students listen to and view a song video describing the process or algorithm
for reducing or simplifying fractions to their lowest terms using the greatest
common factor, or GCF. Students reduce or simplify fractions step by step by
finding the factors of the numerator and denominator, selecting the greatest
common factor (divisor), and dividing by the GCF.
MU18-Multiply
Fractions
Students listen to and view a description of how to multiply fractions, and how
to divide fractions by inverting the divisor and multiplying. Students solve problems
by multiplying and dividing fractions step by step.
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation C. Develop and apply algorithms to solve word problems that involve addition, subtraction, and/or multiplication with fractions and mixed numbers that include like and unlike denominators.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation B. Add, subtract, multiply and divide different kinds and forms of rational numbers including integers, decimal fractions, percents and proper and improper fractions.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Mathematical Reasoning and Connections D. Construct, use and explain algorithmic procedures for computing and estimating with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and integers.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU19-Add
Fractions
Students listen to and view a description of the process or algorithm for the
addition and subtraction of fractions using the least common denominator, or
LCD. Students add and subtract fractions step by step by finding the least
common multiple, converting fractions to the LCD, and adding the numerators.
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation C. Develop and apply algorithms to solve word problems that involve addition, subtraction, and/or multiplication with fractions and mixed numbers that include like and unlike denominators.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation B. Add, subtract, multiply and divide different kinds and forms of rational numbers including integers, decimal fractions, percents and proper and improper fractions.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Mathematical Reasoning and Connections D. Construct, use and explain algorithmic procedures for computing and estimating with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and integers.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU20-Decimal
Place Value
Students listen to and view a decimal place value song describing the tenths,
hundredths, and thousandths place in numbers of one, two, and three decimal
places. Students identify spoken and written numbers with up to three decimal
places and round and compare decimal numbers.
2.1.5 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships A. Use expanded notation to represent whole numbers or decimals.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships A. Represent and use numbers in equivalent forms (e.g., integers, fractions, decimals, percents, exponents, scientific notation, square roots).
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU21-Add
Decimals
Students listen to and view a description of how to add and subtract decimal
numbers by lining up the decimal point, adding, and placing the decimal point
in the answer. Students solve problems with the addition and subtractions of
decimal numbers.
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation B. Develop and apply algorithms to solve word problems that involve addition, subtraction, and/or multiplication with decimals with and without regrouping.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Mathematical Reasoning and Connections D. Construct, use and explain algorithmic procedures for computing and estimating with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and integers.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU22-Multiply
Decimals
Students listen to and view a description of how to multiply and divide decimal
numbers and place the decimal point in the answer. Students solve problems with
the multiplication and division of decimal numbers.
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation B. Develop and apply algorithms to solve word problems that involve addition, subtraction, and/or multiplication with decimals with and without regrouping.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Mathematical Reasoning and Connections D. Construct, use and explain algorithmic procedures for computing and estimating with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and integers.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU23-Percent
Convert
Students listen to and view a description of percentages and how to convert
percentages to and from fractions and decimals. Students calculate the
percentage of quantities and solve problems converting percentages, fractions,
and decimals.
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships A. Represent and use numbers in equivalent forms (e.g., integers, fractions, decimals, percents, exponents, scientific notation, square roots).
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU24-Percent
Problems
Students listen to and view a description of how to solve common percentage
word problems including sales discounts. Students solve real world word
problems involving the calculation of percent values.
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation D. Estimate amount of tips and discounts using ratios, proportions and percents.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU25-Exponents
Basics
Students listen to and view a description of exponents including squares,
cubes, and higher powers as well as exponents of power 0 and power 1. Students
solve exponent problems by matching a base and exponent with the equivalent
multiplication and the evaluated number. Students work with and understand
powers of 10.
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships A. Represent and use numbers in equivalent forms (e.g., integers, fractions, decimals, percents, exponents, scientific notation, square roots).
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships B. Simplify numerical expressions involving exponents, scientific notation and using order of operations.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships E. Simplify and expand algebraic expressions using exponential forms.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU26-Exponents
Rules
Students listen to and view a song video describing exponent rules and
properties: multiplying and dividing two exponents with a common base, taking
an exponent of an exponent, and evaluating negative exponents. Students solve
exponent problems by matching an exponent problem with the applied rule and the
answer.
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships B. Simplify numerical expressions involving exponents, scientific notation and using order of operations.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships E. Simplify and expand algebraic expressions using exponential forms.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU27-Square
Roots
Students listen to and view a description of square roots and a song listing
square roots of perfect squares from 1 to 100. Students solve square root
problems. Students estimate square roots by determining between which integers
the square root lies.
MU28-Scientific
Notation
Students listen to and view a description of scientific notation, calculator
notation, and standard notation. Students convert numbers between standard and
scientific notation by placing the decimal point and determining the exponent
required.
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships B. Simplify numerical expressions involving exponents, scientific notation and using order of operations.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU29-Algebra
Basics
Students listen to and view a description of algebra basics including
variables, constants, coefficients, evaluating expressions, and substitution.
Students identify the terminology for each part of an equation and substitute
values to evaluate expressions.
2.1.3 Algebra and Functions E. Use concrete objects and symbols to model the concepts of variables, expressions, equations and inequalities.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Algebra and Functions D. Use concrete objects and combinations of symbols and numbers to create expressions that model mathematical situations.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships B. Simplify numerical expressions involving exponents, scientific notation and using order of operations.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships E. Simplify and expand algebraic expressions using exponential forms.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Algebra and Functions C. Create and interpret expressions, equations or inequalities that model problem situations.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions D. Formulate expressions, equations, inequalities, systems of equations, systems of inequalities and matrices to model routine and non-routine problem situations.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU30-PEMDAS
Order of Operations
Students listen to and view a song describing the PEMDAS order of operations:
parentheses (brackets) first, exponents next, multiplication and division,
addition and subtraction. Students evaluate expressions step-by-step using the
PEMDAS order of operations.
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation A. Complete calculations by applying the order of operations.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU31-Simplify
Expressions
Students listen to and view a description of how to simplify algebra
expressions using the distributive property and how to combine like terms.
Students distribute and combine like terms to simplify expressions.
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships E. Simplify and expand algebraic expressions using exponential forms.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU32-Solve
Equations
Students listen to and view a description of how to solve one-step, two-step
and multi-step linear equations with one variable. Students identify the
operations to perform for each step to solve equations with one variable.
2.1.3 Algebra and Functions E. Use concrete objects and symbols to model the concepts of variables, expressions, equations and inequalities.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Algebra and Functions E. Explain the use of combinations of symbols and numbers in expressions, equations and inequalities.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Algebra and Functions F. Describe a realistic situation using information given in equations, inequalities, tables or graphs.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships G. Use the inverse relationships between addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, exponentiation and root extraction to determine unknown quantities in equations.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Mathematical Problem Solving and Communication B. Verify and interpret results using precise mathematical language, notation and representations, including numerical tables and equations, simple algebraic equations and formulas, charts, graphs and diagrams.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Algebra and Functions C. Create and interpret expressions, equations or inequalities that model problem situations.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Algebra and Functions E. Select and use a strategy to solve an equation or inequality, explain the solution and check the solution for accuracy.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions D. Formulate expressions, equations, inequalities, systems of equations, systems of inequalities and matrices to model routine and non-routine problem situations.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions E. Use equations to represent curves (e.g., lines, circles, ellipses, parabolas, hyperbolas).
(Mathematics, Level 11)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions L. Write the equation of a line when given the graph of the line, two points on the line, or the slope of the line and a point on the line.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions N. Solve linear, quadratic and exponential equations both symbolically and graphically.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU33-Ratios
& Proportions
Students listen to and view a description of ratio and proportion, and learn to
solve proportion problems through cross-multiplication. Students solve ratio
and proportion problems step-by-step.
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships D. Apply ratio and proportion to mathematical problem situations involving distance, rate, time and similar triangles.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation D. Estimate amount of tips and discounts using ratios, proportions and percents.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Trigonometry A. Compute measures of sides and angles using proportions, the Pythagorean Theorem and right triangle relationships.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU34-Word
Problems
Students listen to and view a description of a four-step method for solving
real world word problems: find what is asked for, list what is given, determine
the math needed, and calculate the answer. Students solve word problems using
the four step method.
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation B. Develop and apply algorithms to solve word problems that involve addition, subtraction, and/or multiplication with decimals with and without regrouping.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation C. Develop and apply algorithms to solve word problems that involve addition, subtraction, and/or multiplication with fractions and mixed numbers that include like and unlike denominators.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
MU35-Graphs
& Charts
Students view a description of bar graphs, pie charts, and line graphs,
including the concepts of largest and smallest value. Students answer word
problems by analyzing a variety of charts and graphs.
2.1.3 Statistics and Data Analysis A. Gather, organize and display data using pictures, tallies, charts, bar graphs and pictographs.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Concepts of Calculus B. Identify least and greatest values represented in bar graphs and pictographs.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Mathematical Problem Solving and Communication B. Use appropriate mathematical terms, vocabulary, language symbols and graphs to explain clearly and logically solutions to problems.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Mathematical Problem Solving and Communication C. Show ideas in a variety of ways, including words, numbers, symbols, pictures, charts, graphs, tables, diagrams and models.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Statistics and Data Analysis A. Organize and display data using pictures, tallies, tables, charts, bar graphs and circle graphs.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Algebra and Functions F. Describe a realistic situation using information given in equations, inequalities, tables or graphs.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Algebra and Functions I. Generate functions from tables of data and relate data to corresponding graphs and functions.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Concepts of Calculus B. Identify least and greatest values represented in bar and circle graphs.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Mathematical Problem Solving and Communication B. Verify and interpret results using precise mathematical language, notation and representations, including numerical tables and equations, simple algebraic equations and formulas, charts, graphs and diagrams.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Probability and Predictions B. Present the results of an experiment using visual representations (e.g., tables, charts, graphs).
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Algebra and Functions G. Represent relationships with tables or graphs in the coordinate plane and verbal or symbolic rules.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Algebra and Functions I. Generate a table or graph from a function and use graphing calculators and computer spreadsheets to graph and analyze functions.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Concepts of Calculus A. Analyze graphs of related quantities for minimum and maximum values and justify the findings.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.11 Mathematical Problem Solving and Communication B. Use symbols, mathematical terminology, standard notation, mathematical rules, graphing and other types of mathematical representations to communicate observations, predictions, concepts, procedures, generalizations, ideas and results.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions O. Determine the domain and range of a relation, given a graph or set of ordered pairs.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions Q. Represent functional relationships in tables, charts and graphs.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU36-Coordinate
Graphs
Students view a description and listen to a song video explaining coordinate
graphs. Students learn about the x-axis, y-axis, the four quadrants, and
plotting an ordered pair (x,y) as a point on a coordinate plane. Students plot
the location of an ordered pair on a coordinate graph and identify the correct
quadrant for a point.
2.1.5 Algebra and Functions H. Locate and identify points on a coordinate system.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Algebra and Functions G. Represent relationships with tables or graphs in the coordinate plane and verbal or symbolic rules.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions J. Demonstrate the connection between algebraic equations and inequalities and the geometry of relations in the coordinate plane.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU37-Line Graphs
Students view a description and listen to a song video explaining line graphs.
Students learn about linear equations of the form y=mx+b, the slope rise over
run of a line, and the y-intercept. Students solve problems graphing linear
functions from an equation through the slope and y-intercept.
MU38-Scatterplots
Students listen to and view description of scatterplots. Students learn how to
determine the relationship between two variables from the best fit curve
through the data points: direct correlation linear, inverse or negative
correlation, non-linear curved, or random with no correlation.
2.1.8 Statistics and Data Analysis C. Fit a line to the scatter plot of two quantities and describe any correlation of the variables.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU39-Non-linear
Graphs
Students listen to and view a description of non-linear graphs including
parabolas y = nx2, cubic functions y = nx3, and absolute value functions y =
|x|. Students view non-linear graphs and identify the type of function.
MU40-Measurement
Students listen to and view a song video describing the measurement of length,
volume, and weight/mass in the metric system and the customary or U.S. system. Students use measurement tools such as a ruler, tape measure, weigh scale, and
measuring jug to measure and estimate measurement in a variety of items in
different systems and units in real world problem solving situations.
2.1.3 Measurement and Estimation A. Compare measurable characteristics of different objects on the same dimensions (e.g., time, temperature, area, length, weight, capacity, perimeter).
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Measurement and Estimation B. Determine the measurement of objects with non-standard and standard units (e.g., US customary and metric).
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Measurement and Estimation E. Determine the appropriate unit of measure.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Measurement and Estimation G. Estimate and verify measurements.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Mathematical Reasoning and Connections B. Use measurements in everyday situations (e.g., determine the geography of the school building).
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Measurement and Estimation A. Select and use appropriate instruments and units for measuring quantities (e.g., perimeter, volume, area, weight, time, temperature).
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Measurement and Estimation B. Select and use standard tools to measure the size of figures with specified accuracy, including length, width, perimeter and area.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Measurement and Estimation C. Estimate, refine and verify specified measurements of objects.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Measurement and Estimation D. Estimate, use and describe measures of distance, rate, perimeter, area, volume, weight, mass and angles.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.11 Measurement and Estimation A. Select and use appropriate units and tools to measure to the degree of accuracy required in particular measurement situations.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
2.1.11 Measurement and Estimation C. Demonstrate the ability to produce measures with specified levels of precision.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU41-Conversions
Students listen to and view a method to convert measures from one unit to
another within one measurement system and between the metric and customary or U.S. systems. Students use a conversion table to create a conversion ratio and solve real
world conversion problems.
2.1.5 Measurement and Estimation D. Convert linear measurements within the same system.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
MU42-Time
Students listen to and view a song video describing how to solve real world
time problems, including how to convert from one unit of time to another.
Students solve time conversion problems involving seconds, minutes, hours,
days, weeks, and years.
2.1.3 Measurement and Estimation C. Determine and compare elapsed times.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Measurement and Estimation D. Tell time (analog and digital) to the minute.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
MU43-Rate
Students listen to and view a description of rate as a ratio of measures and
learn a method for solving rate word problems. Students learn how to solve
common problems of distance, speed, and time using the formula d=rt. Students
solve a variety of real world word problems involving rate and speed.
2.1.3 Concepts of Calculus C. Categorize rates of change as faster and slower.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Concepts of Calculus D. Describe the relationship between rates of change and time.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships D. Apply ratio and proportion to mathematical problem situations involving distance, rate, time and similar triangles.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Measurement and Estimation B. Solve rate problems (e.g., rate × time = distance, principal × interest rate = interest).
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Concepts of Calculus B. Describe the concept of unit rate, ratio and slope in the context of rate of change.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU44-Angles
& Lines
Students listen to and view a song video describing angles, rays, and lines.
Students learn about acute, obtuse, complementary, and supplementary angles,
and parallel and perpendicular lines. Students solve word problems with figures
of angles and lines.
2.1.3 Trigonometry A. Identify right angles in the environment.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Geometry L. Identify properties of geometric figures (e.g., parallel, perpendicular, similar, congruent, symmetrical).
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Trigonometry A. Identify and compare parts of right triangles, including right angles, acute angles, hypotenuses and legs.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Measurement and Estimation C. Measure angles in degrees and determine relations of angles.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Geometry A. Construct figures incorporating perpendicular and parallel lines, the perpendicular bisector of a line segment and an angle bisector using computer software.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Geometry B. Draw, label, measure and list the properties of complementary, supplementary and vertical angles.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU45-Triangles
Students listen to and view a song video describing triangles including right,
acute, obtuse, isosceles, equilateral, and scalene triangles. Students solve
problems to identify a type of triangle, find unknown angles, and compute the
area of a triangle from the base and height.
2.1.3 Trigonometry B. Model right angles and right triangles using concrete objects.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Geometry B. Classify and compare triangles and quadrilaterals according to sides or angles.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Geometry H. Describe the relationship between the perimeter and area of triangles, quadrilaterals and circles.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Trigonometry A. Identify and compare parts of right triangles, including right angles, acute angles, hypotenuses and legs.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Geometry D. Identify, name, draw and list all properties of squares, cubes, pyramids, parallelograms, quadrilaterals, trapezoids, polygons, rectangles, rhombi, circles, spheres, triangles, prisms and cylinders.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU46-Pythagorean
Theorem
Students listen to and view a song video describing the Pythagorean theorem and
the formula a2 + b2 = c2 for the sides and hypotenuse of a right triangle.
Students learn common Pythagorean triples like 3-4-5. Students solve word
problems with figures using the Pythagorean theorem and common triples to find
the length of the missing side.
2.1.8 Trigonometry A. Compute measures of sides and angles using proportions, the Pythagorean Theorem and right triangle relationships.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.11 Trigonometry B. Identify, create and solve practical problems involving right triangles using the trigonometric functions and the Pythagorean Theorem.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU47-Polygons
Students listen to and view a description of common polygons including a
triangle, quadrilateral, pentagon, hexagon, heptagon, and octagon. Students
listen to and view a song video describing quadrilaterals including the square,
rectangle, rhombus, trapezoid, and parallelogram. Students solve problems to
find the perimeter and area of various polygons.
2.1.5 Geometry J. Define the basic properties of squares, pyramids, parallelograms, quadrilaterals, trapezoids, polygons, rectangles, rhombi, circles, triangles, cubes, prisms, spheres and cylinders.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Geometry C. Classify familiar polygons as regular or irregular up to a decagon.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Geometry D. Identify, name, draw and list all properties of squares, cubes, pyramids, parallelograms, quadrilaterals, trapezoids, polygons, rectangles, rhombi, circles, spheres, triangles, prisms and cylinders.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU48-Circles
Students listen to and view a song video describing circles including pi ,
center, radius, diameter, circumference, and area. Students learn the formulas
for the area and circumference of a circle. Students solve circle real world
word problems with figures using a four-step structured method.
2.1.3 Geometry A. Name and label geometric shapes in two and three dimensions (e.g., circle/sphere, square/cube, triangle/pyramid, rectangle/prism).
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Geometry C. Identify and measure circles, their diameters and their radii.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Geometry H. Describe the relationship between the perimeter and area of triangles, quadrilaterals and circles.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Geometry J. Define the basic properties of squares, pyramids, parallelograms, quadrilaterals, trapezoids, polygons, rectangles, rhombi, circles, triangles, cubes, prisms, spheres and cylinders.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Geometry D. Identify, name, draw and list all properties of squares, cubes, pyramids, parallelograms, quadrilaterals, trapezoids, polygons, rectangles, rhombi, circles, spheres, triangles, prisms and cylinders.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU49-Solid Figures
Students listen to and view a song video describing solid figures including the
rectangular solid, cube, cylinder, sphere, and cone. Students learn about the
edges and faces of three-dimensional objects, and learn the formulas for
surface area and volume of key solid figures. Students solve problems to
identify solid figures and calculate number of faces, surface area, and volume.
2.1.3 Geometry A. Name and label geometric shapes in two and three dimensions (e.g., circle/sphere, square/cube, triangle/pyramid, rectangle/prism).
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Geometry J. Define the basic properties of squares, pyramids, parallelograms, quadrilaterals, trapezoids, polygons, rectangles, rhombi, circles, triangles, cubes, prisms, spheres and cylinders.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Concepts of Calculus E. Estimate areas and volumes as the sums of areas of tiles and volumes of cubes.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Measurement and Estimation A. Develop formulas and procedures for determining measurements (e.g., area, volume, distance).
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Geometry D. Identify, name, draw and list all properties of squares, cubes, pyramids, parallelograms, quadrilaterals, trapezoids, polygons, rectangles, rhombi, circles, spheres, triangles, prisms and cylinders.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU50-Symmetry
& Transforms
Students listen to and view a description of symmetry and transform, including
reflection across a mirror line, rotation, and translation. Students solve
problems with figures to identify the type of symmetry.
2.1.3 Geometry E. Identify and draw lines of symmetry in geometric figures.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Geometry F. Identify symmetry in nature.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Geometry K. Analyze simple transformations of geometric figures and rotations of line segments.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Geometry H. Use simple geometric figures (e.g., triangles, squares) to create, through rotation, transformational figures in three dimensions.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Geometry K. Analyze objects to determine whether they illustrate tessellations, symmetry, congruence, similarity and scale.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions K. Select, justify and apply an appropriate technique to graph a linear function in two variables, including slope-intercept, x- and y-intercepts, graphing by transformations and the use of a graphing calculator.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU51-Mean Median
Mode
Students listen to and view a song video describing how to calculate the mean,
median, and mode of a data set. Students compute the mean, median, and mode
from given data sets.
2.1.5 Statistics and Data Analysis B. Describe data sets using mean, median, mode and range.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Statistics and Data Analysis A. Compare and contrast different plots of data using values of mean, median, mode, quartiles and range.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU52-Percentiles
Box & Whisker
Student listen to and view a description of percentiles, quartiles, the min or
minimum, and the max or maximum. Student learn how to create a box-and-whisker
plot from a data set using the min, lower quartile Q1, median, upper quartile
Q3, and max. Students solve problems computing the min, Q1, median, Q3, and max
from a data set and making a box and whisker plot.
2.1.8 Statistics and Data Analysis E. Analyze and display data in stem-and-leaf and box-and-whisker plots.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU53-Histograms
Stem & Leaf
Students listen to and view a description of histograms to plot the frequency
of items occurring in a data set. Students learn how to interpret stem-and-leaf
plots of a data set. Students solve problems using histograms and stem and leaf
diagrams.
2.1.8 Statistics and Data Analysis E. Analyze and display data in stem-and-leaf and box-and-whisker plots.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU54-Probability
Basics
Students listen to and view a description of probability basics including
events, outcomes, success, and how to calculate probability. Students solve
basic probability problems using a three-step method to find total outcomes,
successful outcomes, and the ratio for the probability as a fraction, decimal,
or percent.
2.1.3 Statistics and Data Analysis C. Predict the likely number of times a condition will occur based on analyzed data.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Probability and Predictions A. Predict and measure the likelihood of events and recognize that the results of an experiment may not match predicted outcomes.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Statistics and Data Analysis D. Predict the likely number of times a condition will occur based on analyzed data.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Probability and Predictions C. Express probabilities as fractions and decimals.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Probability and Predictions E. Calculate the probability of a simple event.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Probability and Predictions G. Determine the probability of an event involving "and", "or" or "not".
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Probability and Predictions H. Predict and determine why some outcomes are certain, more likely, less likely, equally likely or impossible.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.11 Probability and Predictions A. Compare odds and probability.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU55-Independent
Events
Students listen to and view a description of independent events and learn that
the probability of independent events occurring is the product of the
individual probabilities. Students solve problems involving two or three
independent trials using a three-step method: number of independent events,
probability of each event, and combined probability in real world problem
solving situations.
2.1.11 Probability and Predictions E. Solve problems involving independent simple and compound events.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU56-Table Grids
& Tree Diagrams
Students listen to and view a description of tables grids, tree diagrams, and
lists of all possible outcomes to help solve probability problems. Students
solve problems asking for the probability of different events occurring using
table grids and tree diagrams.
2.1.5 Probability and Predictions J. Develop a tree diagram and list the elements.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
MU57-Missing
& Irrelevant Info
Students listen to and view a description of missing information and relevant
versus irrelevant information in word problems. Students identify the missing
information and the irrelevant information from sample word problems.
2.1.3 Problem Solving and Communication B. Determine when sufficient information is present to solve a problem and explain how to solve a problem.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Mathematical Reasoning and Connections D. Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information in a mathematical problem.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Mathematical Problem Solving and Communication D. Determine pertinent information in problem situations and whether any further information is needed for solution.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
MU58-Conjectures
Patterns
Students listen to and view a description of mathematical conjectures and
patterns. Students make conjectures to solve word problems involving patterns
and sequences.
2.1.3 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships F. Apply number patterns (even and odd) and compare values of numbers on the hundred board.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Algebra and Functions A. Recognize, describe, extend, create and replicate a variety of patterns including attribute, activity, number and geometric patterns.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation F. Demonstrate skills for using fraction calculators to verify conjectures, confirm computations and explore complex problem-solving situations.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Algebra and Functions A. Recognize, reproduce, extend, create and describe patterns, sequences and relationships verbally, numerically, symbolically and graphically, using a variety of materials.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.5 Algebra and Functions C. Form rules based on patterns (e.g., an equation that relates pairs in a sequence).
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Mathematical Reasoning and Connections A. Make conjectures based on logical reasoning and test conjectures by using counter-examples
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Algebra and Functions B. Discover, describe and generalize patterns, including linear, exponential and simple quadratic relationships.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Geometry J. Analyze geometric patterns (e.g., tessellations, sequences of shapes) and develop descriptions of the patterns.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.11 Mathematical Reasoning and Connections A. Use direct proofs, indirect proofs or proof by contradiction to validate conjectures.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
2.1.11 Algebra and Functions A. Analyze a given set of data for the existence of a pattern and represent the pattern algebraically and graphically.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
MU59-Estimation
& Rounding
Students listen to and view a description of estimation through rounding, and
learn how to estimate sums and products of large numbers through rounding.
Students solve estimation problems by finding the best estimate for problems
with multiple sums or products.
2.1.3 Numbers, Number Systems and Number Relationships J. Estimate, approximate, round or use exact numbers as appropriate.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.3 Computation and Estimation E. Use estimation skills to arrive at conclusions.
(Mathematics, Level 3)
2.1.5 Computation and Estimation D. Demonstrate the ability to round numbers.
(Mathematics, Level 5)
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation C. Estimate the value of irrational numbers.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation D. Estimate amount of tips and discounts using ratios, proportions and percents.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.8 Computation and Estimation E. Determine the appropriateness of overestimating or underestimating in computation.
(Mathematics, Level 8)
2.1.11 Computation and Estimation B. Use estimation to solve problems for which an exact answer is not needed.
(Mathematics, Level 11)
2.1.11 Computation and Estimation D. Describe and explain the amount of error that may exist in a computation using estimates.
(Mathematics, Level 11)