Primary Junior Mathematics

This module focuses on measurement of length, area, mass, and capacity with non-standard units. Emphasis is also placed on sequencing events, understanding the passage of time, and reading clocks to the hour and half-hour. As well, students investigate the value of Canadian coins. Also included: materials lists; activity descriptions; questioning techniques; problem-solving examples; activity centre and extension ideas; assessment suggestions and activity sheets and visuals. All modules include a list of children's books and websites related to the mathematics topics introduced, a detailed introduction to the Hands-On Mathematics program (guiding principles, implementation guidelines, an overview of the skills that students use and develop during mathematics inquiry), and a classroom assessment plan and record-keeping templates.