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I started using the Everyday Mathematics program in the summer of 2000.  Since using this program, I have noticed a dramatic difference in the complexity of the math concepts that my students understand. 

Suggestions

Things to think about when getting started with Everyday Math:

1. What is the program about? Components? Key concepts?

2. How will I organize materials?

3. What about a long-term plan or pacing calendar?

4. The first unit and lesson: What is this unit about? How will I organize content, materials and time for the lesson?

5. Student readiness for the lesson: What content do students need to know beforehand? What process skills do they need? Are there any tricky spots in the lesson?

6. How will I manage student behavior?

Unit 1:

Don't get stuck teaching Unit 1 the whole fall!  Since the program spirals, each of the topics will be addressed again later in the year...

End of the Year:

Don't be discouraged if you weren't able to finish... It can be hard to get the pacing right the first time around.  Just keep teaching the program until the very last moment.  Next year, you can try again!

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EM Links

http://everydaymath.uchicago.edu/index.shtml The official EM site at the University of Chicago.

http://www.wrightgroup.com/index.php Currently the Wright Group is the publisher.  Click Everyday Math and roll over "Learn More About This Product" on the left side for resources and info.

https://listhost.uchicago.edu/mailman/listinfo/ucsmp-el  This listserve is a treasure trove of information and advice from teachers implementing the program.  After spending a long weekend reading through archives, I felt like I had a fabulous understanding of how the program works.  Also, it was great to see that other teachers had some of the same questions that I did!

http://www.everydaymath.org/trial.htm A good overall non-affiliated site.

http://www.center.k12.mo.us/edtech/everydaymath.htm Interactive manipulatives and other computer-based supplemental resources.

http://instruction.aaps.k12.mi.us/EM_parent_hdbk/ One district's EM parent handbook.

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EM Downloads

(updated 5/28/05)

The Math Messages were a popular Teach-and-Learn download, but I've decided that link rot or no, it's better not to redistribute without permission.  So instead, these are links to download pages.

Math Messages: These are great for use on an overhead and are divided up by volume.

Family Letters: The Family Letters are like monthly math newsletters and include Homelink help for families.

Glossary:  For when you're not sure exactly what a particular math term means.

Pre-Tests: An example of the resources available at the EM site at the University of Chicago, these are grade specific pre-tests.  Thank you, Valerie Loggins!

Learning Goals: These are the learning goals by grade level.  For example, if you want a list of all the second-grade secure goals, here's your list.

TeacherLink: TeacherLink is an EM newsletter that I've subscribed to for several years.  It's free to EM users and contains lots of good tips.

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