The mathematics program takes an investigative approach, which helps students make the transition from the concrete to the abstract. Emphasis is placed on using mathematics process skills to solve practical problems in a variety of contexts throughout the year. The Grade 1 Mathematics Content Standards are:
Number and Operations
• Count, compare and represent whole numbers up to 120, with an emphasis on groups of tens and ones.
• Use a variety of models and strategies to solve addition and subtraction problems in real-world and mathematical contexts.
Geometry and Measurement
• Describe characteristics of basic shapes. Use basic shapes to compose and decompose other objects in various contexts.
• Use basic concepts of measurement in real-world and mathematical situations involving length, time and money.
Algebra
• Recognize and create patterns; use rules to describe patterns.
• Use number sentences involving addition and subtraction basic facts to represent and solve real-world and mathematical problems; create real-world situations corresponding to number sentences.
Data Analysis and Probability
• Sort, classify, and represent a set of data.
