Students begins on Level Two. The corresponding manipulative experiences aid in the development and mastery of the skills needed to move on to third grade. Appropriate computer software, mathematics based learning centers, and teacher prepared materials are used to supplement and extend the basic program. Mathematics is taught for approximately forty minutes every day. New skills are introduced using a variety of visual and manipulative materials.
Instruction begins at the basic level and moves gradually to the more difficult stages.
The children work independently and in cooperative learning groups during class time. Additional practice occurs each day during seat work. Mathematics sheets, games and centers are included in the morning assignments. The children also have access to the SRA Schoolhouse Mathematics Kit and an assortment of manipulatives during the school day. Occasionally, children have proven to need acceleration in mathematics.