Exploring Arithmetic

This hardcover textbook has 170 lessons. It reviews addition and subtraction skills from Grades 1 and 2 and teaches multiplication and division facts through table 9 and simple two- and three-step multiplication and division. Other concepts drilled are fraction meaning, measure equivalents, money values, and telling time. Mixed computation and Roman numerals are introduced.

A small tablet of speed drills provides timed practice in the basic facts. Extra practice in math facts and reading problems is provided by a set of optional blackline masters for teachers to copy as needed.

The teacher’s manual gives detailed instructions for class and shows the pupil’s page with answers filled in.

The worksheets booklet has tear-out sheets that provide additional concepts beyond those taught in the textbook, as well as advanced practice to help better prepare third grade students for grade four. (Free when purchased with pupil textbook.)

The worksheets teacher’s edition is the answer key for the worksheets booklet. (Free when purchased with teacher’s manual.)