Organization of the Guide

The elementary Mathematics Curriculum Guide is to be used by teachers of grades 1-5 in Saskatchewan. It presents a relatively detailed plan to direct and assist the teaching of Elementary Mathematics. Kindergarten teachers are also encouraged to refer to this curriculum in order to understand the important concepts, processes, and approaches in mathematics, and to integrate them, as appropriate, when planning their kindergarten programs.

This Guide is divided into seven sections.

The Introduction to the Curriculum contains statements about the important initiatives surrounding the teaching of Elementary Mathematics.

The second section, Evaluation, is a summary of the types, phases, principles, and focuses of evaluation, and presents an assortment of student assessment instruments.

Section three contains the Scope and Sequence. Here the student learning objectives for grades (K)1-5 are listed and coded.

In Strand Overviews, the fourth section, student learning objectives are presented by grade level and for easy cross reference, are identically coded to those in the Scope and Sequence. Examples or activities are given for each objective together with suggested manipulatives and resources, and corresponding instructional notes.

Section five outlines suggestions for Planning Units and includes a sample Model Unit for each grade level.

Projects which can challenge students individually, in groups, or as a whole class are suggested in section six.

Lastly, the Glossary defines the mathematical terminology used in this Guide.