Math Mammoth Light Blue Series Grade 7-A Worktext

Theres a whole lot to like about this well-conceived and inexpensive math program. The main features of this program, according to author Maria Miller, are:

• Focus is on conceptual understanding rather than rote problem-solving
• Teacher instructions are right in the book; no need to buy a separate teacher book
• Clear explanations are written for the student, so the lessons are virtually self-teaching
• Lessons use lots of visual and pattern exercises
• Mastery oriented:concentrates on each topic for a long time studying fewer topics per grade than with spiral
• Emphasis is on mental math and number sense
• Very little teacher preparation is required
• Content aligned to Common Core Standards