Singapore Primary Math: Textbook 3B (Standards Edition)

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Primary Mathematics

Primary Mathematics is the original Singapore math curriculum we introduced to the U.S. in 1998. Written by the Singapore Ministry of Education, it was the series in use when Singapore garnered attention for scoring at the top of international math tests.

Primary Mathematics epitomizes the Singapore Math Approach. The curriculum features the CPA (Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract) progression, number bonds, bar modeling, and a strong focus on fact fluency and mental math. The curriculum balances supervised learning and independent practice. This rigorous program encourages active thinking, communication of mathematical ideas, and problem solving. It lays the foundation students need for more advanced mathematics.

Editions

We carry two editions of Primary Mathematics. All maintain the integrity of the Singapore Math Approach while serving diverse needs.

Primary Mathematics U.S. Edition
This edition is almost identical to the original program used in Singapore with additional content on U.S. measurements and currency.

Primary Mathematics Standards Edition 
Written to meet the 2006 Mathematics Contents Standards for California Public School issued prior to the Common Core State Standards, this edition includes probability, data analysis, negative numbers, and coordinate graphing.

Components

Textbooks present new concepts and learning tasks for students to complete with educator supervision, along with practice and review problems. They are designed to be non-consumable and used alongside workbooks. There are two textbooks (A and B) for each grade corresponding to the two halves of the school year.

Workbooks provide additional practice and independent work to solidify the concepts covered in the textbooks. There are two workbooks (A and B) for each grade corresponding to the two halves of the school year.

Teacher’s Guides help educators understand course material within the larger framework and prepare for lessons with detailed, step-by-step plans.

Home Instructor Guides are designed for homeschool use. They provide suggestions for introducing new concepts concretely and using textbooks effectively. They include additional activities for reinforcement, solutions to textbook and workbook problems, and suggested weekly schedules.

As the educator plays an active role in Singapore math programs, it is highly recommended to use a Teacher’s Guide or Home Instructor Guide.

Test books with differentiated assessments help teachers systematically evaluate student progress.

Features & Components:

• Mathematical concepts are introduced in the opening pages and taught to mastery through specific learning tasks that allow for immediate assessment and consolidation.
• The Concrete Pictorial Abstract approach enables students to encounter math in a meaningful way.
• Direct correlation of the textbook to the workbook facilitates focused review and evaluation.
• The modeling method enables students to visualize and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• New mathematical concepts are introduced through a spiral progression that builds on concepts already taught and mastered.
• Metacognition is employed as a strategy for learners to monitor their thinking processes in problem solving. Speech and thought bubbles provide guidance through the thought processes, making even the most challenging problems accessible to students.
• Color patches invite active student participation and facilitate lively discussion about concepts.
• Regular reviews in the textbook provide consolidation opportunities.
• The glossary effectively combines pictorial representation with simple mathematical definitions to provide a comprehensive reference guide for students.

Note: Two textbooks (A and B) for each grade correspond to the two halves of the school year. Answer key not included. Soft cover.

Table of Contents

6. 6. 6. Length Meters and Centimeters
         Kilometers
         Practice A
         Yards, Feet and Inches
         Practice B
         Miles

   Review 6

   6. 6. Weight Kilograms and Grams
         Word Problems
         Practice A
         Pounds and Ounces

   Review 7

   6. 6. Capacity Liters and Milliliters
         Practice A
         Gallons, Quarts, Pints and Cups
         Practice B

   Review 8

   6. 6. Money Dollars and Cents
         Practice A
         Addition
         Subtraction
         Practice B
         Multiplication and Division
         Practice C

   Review 9

   6. 6. Fractions Fraction of a Whole
         Practice A
         Equivalent Fractions
         Practice B
         Adding Fractions
         Subtracting Fractions
         Practice C
         Fraction of a Set
         Fractions and Money
         Practice D

   Review 10

   6. 6. Time Hours and Minutes
         Practice A
         Other Units of Time
         Practice B

   Review 11

   6. 6. Geometry Angles
         Right Angles
         Quadrilaterals and Triangles
         Solid Figures

   Review 12

6. 6. 6. Area, Perimeter and Volume Area
         Perimeter
         Volume

   Review 13

6. Glossary

Index

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