Description
Thousands of action-packed challenges provide a
challenging
review of third grade math and problem-solving skills and encourage
students
to practice essential facts - including addition, subtraction,
multiplication,
and division - and develop advanced mathematical problem-solving skills
such
as visualization, deduction, sequencing, estimating, and pattern
recognition.
Special features include a fast-paced, engaging
multi-player
format and a strong alignment to NCTM process and content goals.
Learning
Opportunities
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Multiplication
and
Division Concepts and Basic Facts |
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Addition and
Subtraction,
with Carrying and Borrowing |
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Problem Solving |
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Mental Math |
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Place Value,
Estimation,
and Rounding |
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Time and Money
Calculations |
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Story Problems |
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Number Line |
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Fractions and
Decimals |
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Geometry |
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Cooperative
Strategizing |
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Increases
Fluency of Math Facts
Students are encouraged to gain fluency of essential math facts while
practicing
analyzing, estimating, visualizing, using the process of elimination
and
identifying multiple solutions.
Strengthens
Mental Math Skills
Mental math challenges students to think about numbers and their
relationships.
By manipulating numbers in their heads, students strengthen their
number
and operation sense and also increase confidence in their mathematical
abilities.
Improves
Computation Proficiency
Learning to simplify math computations allows students to streamline
written
work and build problem-solving confidence. Activities such as the
co-operative
and communicative challenge require students to work together to
perform
rapid, accurate mental calculations.
Develops
Higher Order Thinking Skills
Students are challenged to think and communicate mathematically, solve
problems,
and make appropriate decisions in selecting appropriate thinking
strategies
and techniques.
Improves
Problem Solving Abilities
Engaging questions inspire students to practice skills, adapt or
formulate
problem solving strategies, and explore new analytical concepts.
Windows:
- Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP
- Pentium or faster
- 16 MB RAM
- 40 MB free hard disk space
- 640x480 monitor, 256 colors
- Windows-compatible sound card & speakers
- 2X CD-ROM drive
Macintosh:
- Mac OS 7.5.6-9.2, OS X Classic mode
- PowerPC or faster
- 12 MB RAM
- 40 MB free hard disk space
- 640x480 monitor, 256 colors
- 2X CD-ROM drive
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