For Caregivers | Bach Math Coach

Check out these articles explaining what works in math education and how you can help your child when what they're bringing home might be different from how you learned math.

If your child is struggling with Home Links or Journal pages, you may find the following resources helpful:

Everyday Math Student Reference Book: this is available on McGraw-Hill Online (via Clever).

(Note: may vary slightly depending on grade level)
Algorithm Videos: How-to videos for the different ways of solving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division that students will be learning
Khan Academy: How-to Videos and practice problems on just about every math concept

General Ideas for Practicing Math at Home

Check out the "For Students" page for games, manipulatives, and more!

(Most pages have a book icon with a number. This indicates what page of the Reference Book information can be found on)

Everyday Mathematics provides the core learning resource for Mathematics in the Ann Arbor Public Schools elementary grades. Everyday Mathematics (EM) supports teachers in providing students with the mathematical instruction and experiences they need to ensure that their learning focuses on the major work of each grade. Units of study are based on grade level goals for mathematical content and mathematical practice supported by aligned instruction and assessment.

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Everyday Math at Home & Family Letters

Many of our teachers are also trained in AVMR (AddVantage Math Recovery). This includes a series of diagnostic math assessments that help teachers identify a child's current math understanding and needs, especially for those struggling with foundational numeracy. It is linked to a learning framework that provides a roadmap to help build students' number sense.