Students use hands-on materials to extend their thinking and translate their ideas into action.
Students use technology including calculators, computers, CD ROM, laserdisc and video as tools that can help them make sense of mathematical concepts. Students experience a variety of teaching strategies dealing with diverse cultural and economic backgrounds, achievement levels, English-language proficiencies, and interests. Grade 6 Investigate large and small numbers with respect to measurement and relative size. Estimate, make, and use measurements to describe and compare objects. Select appropriate units and tools to measure.