Good morning, how are you this fine Monday morning? Its a bit nippy ie chilly here in Fort Worth, Texas because its in it’s 40s. Since I can’t get outside to walk I wanted to bring you Homeschool Recources: Math this morning.
DoodleMaths learning platform creates individual work plans for children, intelligently tailored to their strengths and weaknesses.
DoodleMaths designed to reinforce existing knowledge while gradually introducing new concepts, is an ideal homeschool math curriculum.
Grades 5 and up, with parental supervision
This website provides short instructional math videos that can be used to supplement math studies. The videos consist of a narrated lecture and animations that illustrate the concept being discussed.
The videos are enabled for iPhone, iPod, and iPad devices for portable, on-the-go learning. When you get to the website you’ll see a menu of math videos that include topics such as:
- Triangular Numbers (Parts I, II & III) – Elementary explanation of triangular numbers, general formula for the sum of an arithmetic progression, and a solution to the Recursive equation.
- Mathematical Induction (Parts I, II, & III) – Explains the Method of Mathematical Induction. Discussion of Francesco Maurolico, Pascal and John Wallis, plus Fermat’s Method of infinite descent, etc.
- Weaving Numbers – Explanation of Vedic multiplication or weaving multiplication. Includes Fibonacci’s sieve or lattice multiplication, and more.
- Dimension 2 – Explains how two numbers can describe the position of a point on a sphere, and how one can draw a picture of the Earth on a piece of paper.
- The Fourth Dimension – Mathematician Ludwig Schläfli discusses objects in the fourth dimension.
- Complex Numbers – Mathematician Adrien Douady explains the square root of negative numbers in simple terms.
- Pi – An explanation and illustration of the most famous mathematical constant.
The narrator on some of the videos speaks in a monotone voice with an accent, so we found it necessary to really pay attention to hear and understand the lectures. Fortunately, the animated illustrations help the viewer to maintain focus.
We couldn’t find “about” information on the site, so it’s not clear who is providing the info or why. Currently, there are no advertisements on the site, and all of the videos can be accessed for free, without registration.
This is a helpful resource for supplementing the study of various math concepts.
Hands-On Equations is a supplemental program for students that can be used with any math curriculum. It uses the visual and kinesthetic approach developed by Dr. Henry Borenson to provide students with an algebraic foundation for success with algebra.
Grades K-12, with parental supervision
Webmath solves your math problems instantly. Are you working on a math problem and just can’t figure it out? Do need a fraction converted to a decimal quickly? Do you need to calculate compound interest on that loan? Having trouble with a long division problem? Do you want the definition of a “ratio”? Need help solving a word problem? Want to calculate right triangles? Do you want to find the square root of a number? Would you like help plotting conic sections? This site is for you!
As explained at the website: “Webmath is a math-help website that generates answers to specific math questions and problems, as entered by a user, at any particular moment.
The math answers are generated and displayed real-time, at the moment a web user types in their math problem and clicks ‘solve.’ In addition to the answers, Webmath also shows the student how to arrive at the answer.”
For example, if the user wants to know how to square the quantity (x+2), Webmath does not just display the answer x2+4x+4, but a step-by-step solution as well. How cool is that?
When you get to the site just choose the category for your particular math problem, fill it in, and let Webmath guide you to a solution. Categories include:
- Math for Everyone
- General Math
- K-8 Math
- Algebra
- Plots & Geometry
- Trig. & Calculus
- Other Stuff
Bookmark this site, as it not only helps with occasional math problems, but it’s fun to explore. The curious will get all kinds of math practice without any drill work at all.
Redbird Mathematics & Language Arts
Redbird Mathematics & Language Arts from McGraw Hill Education is a highly personalized, adaptive online curriculum developed by Stanford University and uses advanced education technologies to blend instruction, interactive practice, and innovative analysis.
Grades 1-12, with parental supervision
WARNING! The math games and puzzles on this site are so engrossing, you may want to set a timer to keep you from neglecting other responsibilities!
This site offers educational games, puzzles, and problem-solving quests.
Some of the most fascinating puzzles and games provide a handy link for bookmarking your place so that you can return later. Use the menu bar at the top of the home page under “Games” to access:
- Math Games – Use simple math facts, fraction reductions, and logic to solve the math puzzles. Younger children will enjoy the “Adders” game, which is a variable-speed, math facts practice game. Most of the games in this section are good for building and cementing fairly basic math and problem-solving skills.
- Word Games – Enjoy word scrambles, crossword puzzles with a twist, hangman, and more. For a real spelling challenge, play “One of These” — and guess which of the words (in a list of five) is misspelled.
- Daily Games – A selection of math and vocabulary-building problems that change on a daily basis — another good reason to bookmark this site.
- Quizzes – Quite a selection of quizzes on all different types of subjects.
There is so much more on this site. Have fun! And don’t forget to set that timer!
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
