Links for Website
All of the sites below have been recommended by Frontier Teachers. If
you have a link that you wish to add to this list, contact Cara at cara.gowryluk@frontiersd.mb.ca
Teaching Resources
NCTM: Lessons and Resources
The “National Council for Teachers of Mathematics” has a huge website
designed to assist teachers in all areas of Math Education. This part of
their website allows teachers to access reourses and lesson plans that
have been prepared by seasoned teachers.
http://www.nctm.org/resources/default.aspx?id=230
The Math Forum
A very organized website for all aspects of mathematics. Included: A problem of the week for different areas and grade levels.
http://mathforum.org/students/
NZ Math
This site has built-in lesson plans, BLMs and plenty of resources to
help you get started, Search for “Material Masters” to see some great
starting points.
http://nzmaths.co.nz/
Mathematics in the Kent School District
Designed for a School District from our southern neighbours. This
website has tools for teachers, students and parents in all areas of the
mathematics curriculum. Lessons and activities are available in the
“Teachers” page.
http://www1.kent.k12.wa.us/curriculum/math/
Math Dictionary for Kids
This website is a great resource for vocabulary for teachers and
students. A very interactive page that allows you to find the correct
definition with examples!
http://www.amathsdictionaryforkids.com/
Clip-Art: Mathematics
A collection of clip-art related to mathematics to spice up your walls and your classroom.
http://www.discoveryeducation.com/search/page/9-12/mathematics/-/-/index.cfm?Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntk=all-prelogin&Nr=AND(OR(d_Index_Type:Pre-login))&N=4294967281+4294967203
Wordle
Wordle is a great tool to use to incorporate vocabulary into a visual graphic.
http://www.wordle.net/
Mathematics page at NC Wise Owl
Resources for every grade level. Includes information on “Week by Week
Essentials” which allows students to explore non-routine problems.
http://mathlearnnc.sharpschool.com/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4507283&pageId=4993281
Math Research & Questions
Ask Dr, Math
Ever wondered about why we do certain things in math? The Dr. Math
forums provide an explanation of all facets of Mathematics on his
website.
http://mathforum.org/dr/math/
Canadian Math Contests
Canadian Math Kangaroo Contest
The 2011 Math Kangaroo contest is an international contest for students
in grades 3-12. The main purpose of this competition is to introduce
participants to math challenges in an enjoyable way, thus, inspiring
their further interest and advancement in mathematics.
http://www.math.concordia.ab.ca/kangaroo/
Canadian Mathematics Competition
The Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing aims to increase
enjoyment, confidence and ability in mathematics and computer science
among students and teachers in Canada and internationally. Through
contests, face-to-face workshops, online resources, and publications,
the CEMC provides curricular and enrichment support to elementary and
secondary schools.
http://www.cemc.uwaterloo.ca/contests/contests.html
Manipulatives & Teaching Tools
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives
This website is VERY user-friendly. Easy to find and use activity to
give your students virtual manipulatives for nearly every topic in
mathematics.
http://www.nlvm.usu.edu/
The Math Playground
An interactive website with puzzles and games to keep your students puzzled for hours.
http://www.mathplayground.com/index.html
Simon Tatham’s Portable Puzzles
Logic Puzzles available for online use or to download and use from portable flash drive.
http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/puzzles/
Math.com
This website is a great tool for students who can work independently on a
subject. Website offer teaching on topics and allows students to
progress at their own pace. Also has a page dedicated to logic games and
puzzles.
http://www.math.com/
Learn the Al Abacus
A visual model for using the Al Abacus. This site can be used by
teachers to practice how to use the tool, or it can be used by students
to explore mathematics.
http://www.alabacus.com/abacus/
K-4 Web Resources
Sparkle Box: Numeracy
This website offers teachers ready-to-use resources for your classroom.
You can use the resources in your centres, bulletin boards and a bunch
of other areas!
http://www.sparklebox.co.uk/md/index.html
SenTeacher
This site has free customizable printables for your class. There are a lot of printable/downloadable games and resources here!
http://www.senteacher.org/Home/
MathWire
A great resource for a themed classroom. Integrate mathematics easily into your “themes” with their multitude of resources!
http://mathwire.com/
Wacona Elementary – Games & Links
This elementary school’s website has a page dedicated to early years
games. Also on the page, the links to other useful websites are
excellent.
http://www.wacona.com/kindergartengames/kindergartengames.html
Teacher Planet
Lesson Plans! Rubrics! Units! Worksheets! Certificates! Themes! “Best
for grades 5 and under but every so often there are resources for older
students.” (Gr. 8 Frontier Teacher)
http://www.teacherplanet.com
Kidzone Math
Another free printables page. Printables are also connected to various learning themes.
http://www.kidzone.ws/math/index.htm
Enchanted Learning
Dozens of math activities. Rhymes and songs abound! Registered members get more access to the site.
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/categories/k-2math.shtml
FunBrain
An interactive educational website with games for Kindergarten – Grade 8.
http://www.funbrain.com/
Mrs. Mitchell’s Virtual School
Mrs. Mitchell has most (if not all) of her classroom online. Look
through her site to see how she uses “Math Manipulatives” amongst a TON
of her lessons.
http://www.kathimitchell.com/
Ontario Education: eWorkshop
Materials on implementing a solid numeracy program and lessons for Kindergarten – Grade 3.
http://www.eworkshop.on.ca/edu/core.cfm?p=documentView.cfm&navID=documentView&c=6&type=1&L=1
Math Their Way: Backline Masters
If you have used this book in your classroom, you know how good of a
resource it can be. This site houses all of the Backline Masters used in
the book..
http://www.maththeirway.com/BLACKLINES/blacklines.shtml
LINKS Learning
Video math lessons on a variety of units. Very interactive and informational.
http://www.linkslearning.org/Kids/1_Math/2_Illustrated_Lessons/index.html
Backline Masters
Printable BLMs for a multitude of topics from all of Kindergarten to Grade 9.
http://lrt.ednet.ns.ca/PD/BLM/table_of_contents.htm
Oswego Interactive Games
This site allows students the opportunity to explore with some flash
games. Additionally, this site allows students to create their own
games!
http://resources.oswego.org/games/
Winnipeg School Division: Place Value Activity Package
A PDF file on using activities to advance students skills in numeracy and place value.
http://pickettsmill.typepad.com/files/place-value-activity-pack.pdf
4-8 Web Resources
MathWire
A great resource for a themed classroom. Integrate mathematics easily into your “themes” with their multitude of resources!
http://mathwire.com/
Teacher Planet
Lesson Plans! Rubrics! Units! Worksheets! Certificates! Themes! “Best
for grades 5 and under but every so often there are resources for older
students.” (Gr. 8 Frontier Teacher)
http://www.teacherplanet.com
Platonic Realms
A website that challenges students in reasoning, logic and problem solving. Encourages higher level thinking.
http://www.mathacademy.com/pr/index.asp
Pi: a Mathematical Field Trip
This site allows students to discover Pi in a virtual field trip.
http://www.field-trips.org/tours/sci/pi/
FunBrain
An interactive educational website with games for Kindergarten – Grade 8.
http://www.funbrain.com/
Mrs. Mitchell’s Virtual School
Mrs. Mitchell has most (if not all) of her classroom online. Look
through her site to see how she uses “Math Manipulatives” amongst a TON
of her lessons.
http://www.kathimitchell.com/
Kids and Cookies
Sharing models with cookies. Allows students to break down numbers into its fractional parts.
http://www.teacherlink.org/content/math/interactive/flash/kidsandcookies/kidcookie.php
LINKS Learning
Video math lessons on a variety of units. Very interactive and informational.
http://www.linkslearning.org/Kids/1_Math/2_Illustrated_Lessons/index.html
Backline Masters
Printable BLMs for a multitude of topics from all of Kindergarten to Grade 9.
http://lrt.ednet.ns.ca/PD/BLM/table_of_contents.htm
Oswego Interactive Games
This site allows students the opportunity to explore with some flash
games. Additionally, this site allows students to create their own
games!
http://resources.oswego.org/games/
9-12 Web Resources
EduTube
Frontier School Division, partnered with Pembina Trails offers students
short video lesson on aspects of the Manitoba Senior Years Math
Curriculum. Highly recommended.
http://portal.met.pembinatrails.ca/
Distance Education – WebCT
Logon as “demo” Password “demo” and you will have access to preview all
of the online learning resources for distance education students.
http://webct.merlin.mb.ca/
Platonic Realms
A website that challenges students in reasoning, logic and problem solving. Encourages higher level thinking.
http://www.mathacademy.com/pr/index.asp
Purple Math
A website for students to feel more confidant in Algebra and higher levels of mathematics.
http://www.purplemath.com/
Pi: a Mathematical Field Trip
This site allows students to discover Pi in a virtual field trip.
http://www.field-trips.org/tours/sci/pi/
GapMinder World
A great website to discover statistics using real data concerning world issues. Downloadable or can just be used on the web.
http://www.gapminder.org/
Just for Fun
Trivia & Useless Facts about Mathematics & Science
Have a laugh and learn a little about numbers!
http://www.jayp.net/trivia/science1.htm
Number a Day
Learn about a different number every day on this blog.
http://maanumberaday.blogspot.com/
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