1. Everyday Mathematics Owen J. Roberts School District

2. BACKGROUND Developed by the University of Chicago School Mathematics Project Based on research about how children learn and develop mathematical power Provides the broad mathematical background needed in the 21st century

3. In Everyday mathematics, you can expect to see… A problem-solving approach based on everyday situations

4. Key mathematical ideas repeated over time in slightly different ways

5. Learning through age-appropriate, playful activities

6. A broad range of mathematical topics that are aligned to state standards

7. Opportunities to do Math at Home Family Involvement is vital! Parents’ Guide to Everyday Mathematics Family Letters Home Links/Study Links Student Reference Book and My Reference Book Everyday Math online resources

8. Final words of Mathematical Wisdom: “The essence of mathematics is not to make simple things complicated, but to make complicated things simple.” & Trust the Spiral