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Fallbrook, California, United States
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Suki Glenn taught University of California, Irvine Farm Elementary School teacher of K - 2 grades for seven years. Mentor and consultant for the Farm School for seven years. Home school tutor for many years. Two years teaching math and astronomy at Village Elementary School in Fallbrook, California.
Owner of Pattern Press which publishes elementary mathematics books.
Susan taught in Chicago public schools, alternative schools, and Teacher Curriculum Work Centers, Susan taught math to children in kindergarten to sixth grades at The Farm School for fourteen years.
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Fractions: Booklet 3 - Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions Teacher
This booklet works with concrete models to teach what an improper fraction is, what its relationship is to a mixed number, and how to convert a fraction to a mixed number and back again. Prism Fractions Paper Set - Squares (free printable download available on TpT) and pattern blocks are necessary to do this booklet. A constructivist approach where students learn through hands-on exploration, discovery, inventions, and the creation of models. The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to
4th
Fractions, Math
CCSS
4.NF.B.3c
Division - Booklet 1 Basic Concepts Teacher Guide
Designed for seven to nine-year-old students (third grade) who have never had instruction in division. A fun activity called Monkeys on the Roof introduces students with a concrete model of division. Word Problems in Two Formats has students build division story problems with concrete objects. As with all Patterns in Arithmetic series booklets, a Pre-Assessment is included to evaluate a student's readiness.
A constructivist approach where students learn through hands-on exploration, discov
3rd
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.OA.A.2
, 3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.A.4
+1
Subtraction - Booklet 3 - General Principles of Regrouping - Teacher Guide
This booklet teaches several strategies for doing subtraction with multiple methods of breaking up larger numbers and regrouping them for subtraction. The standard procedure in expanded and short notation formats is taught. Manipulatives are used for concept development.
Circle Math is our unique way to teach subtraction and regrouping. It is the process of breaking up a large problem into many small problems, solving each small problem, and adding the results.
Subjects covered: Assessmen
2nd - 3rd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
CCSS
2.NBT.B.7
, 2.NBT.B.9
, 3.NBT.A.2
Fractions: Booklet 1 - Basic Concepts - Parent/Teacher Guide
The Parent/Teacher Guide has lessons for a student made booklet to learn with concrete models what a fraction is, how to read and write fraction notation. Lessons covered include numerators greater than one, whole numbers as fractions, recording fractions, pattern block games, changing wholes, and number lines. There is a Pre-Assessment and a Post-Assessment with an in depth guide.
Manipulatives used are pattern blocks, Prism Fractions Paper Circles (a free download), Prism Fractions Paper Squ
3rd
Fractions, Math
CCSS
3.MD.B.4
, 3.MD.D.8
, 3.NF.A.1
+8
Division: Booklet 2 Breaking Up Division Teacher Guide
Common Core asks you not to teach the standard procedure for division in third and fourth grades. Learn to use manipulatives to build models and use many methods to create solutions to long division problems.
This booklet begins with the basics of how the Distributive Property of Multiplication allows the division of larger numbers, e.g., 1457 ÷ 3 by breaking the numbers into smaller units in order to divide and uses an array model to visualize division problems.
The Answer Key is in Patterns
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
CCSS
4.NBT.A.1
, 4.NBT.B.6
, 3.OA.A.4
+3
Place Value: Booklet 3 - Into the Millions, Exponential Notation Teacher
Into the Millions, Exponential Notation, and Operations Review
Enrichment subjects covered are: Vocabulary Words, Prime Factoring, Place Value in Base Ten, Exponents and Multiples of Ten, Rounding Off, Column Addition, Decimal Place Value, Addition and Subtraction Review, Regrouping with Different Units,
A constructivist approach in which students learn through hands-on exploration, discovery, inventions, and the creation of models.
The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach
4th - 5th
Arithmetic, Decimals, Place Value
CCSS
4.MD.A.1
, 4.NBT.B.4
, 4.NBT.B.5
+4
Subtraction: Booklet 4 - Large Numbers and Practice - Teacher Guide
This booklet reviews regrouping, reinforcing the mechanics of standard Base Ten Subtraction and gives practice to develop fluency.
A constructivist approach in which students learn through hands-on exploration, discovery, inventions, and the creation of models.
The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach the lessons, sample dialogues, games, and the Answer Key. The Student Workbook has worksheets and practice pages. We highly recommended that you order both for a complete packa
4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 4.OA.A.3
General Math: Booklet 6 - Geometry of Circles, Algebraic Properties Teacher
Geometry of Circles, Algebraic Properties, and More Functions
Enrichment subjects covered are: Triangles and Circle Geometry, Area and Perimeter, Variables, Parentheses studies, Order of Operations, Families of Facts, Multiplication Relationships and Algebra, Subtraction Review, Algebra, Square Numbers, Investigating Cubes, and Averages.
A constructivist approach in which students learn through hands-on exploration, discovery, inventions, and the creation of models.
The Parent/Teacher Guide
5th - 6th
Arithmetic, Geometry, Order of Operations
Multiplication: Booklet 4 - Working with Large Numbers and Decimals Teacher
This booklet: teaches the application of the Distributive Property to multi-digit multiplication problems, e.g., 34 x 56, factoring large numbers into factors of ten, and using factors to find answers to large number problems. It applies place value concepts and factoring concepts to multiplication with decimals.
A constructivist approach in which students learn through hands-on exploration, discovery, inventions, and the creation of models.
The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how
4th - 5th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.A.3a
, 5.NBT.B.5
+2
Place Value: Booklet 2 - Rounding Off and Estimating - Teacher Guide
Enrichment subjects covered are: Beginning Place Value, Trading Game, Place Value to 100 and 1,000, Place Value in Different Bases, Place Value into Six Digits, Rounding Off Numbers, Addition Review, Speed Tests in Addition, and Column Addition.
A constructivist approach in which students learn through hands-on exploration, discovery, inventions, and the creation of models.
The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach the lessons, sample dialogues, games, and the Answer Key. Th
3rd - 4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Place Value
CCSS
4.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.A.3
, 4.NBT.B.4
Multiplication: Booklet 3 - Properties and Factoring Teacher Guide
This booklet teaches Prime Numbers, Prime Factoring ,and some deeper concepts in multiplication.
A constructivist approach in which students learn through hands-on exploration, discovery, inventions, and the creation of models.
The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach the lessons, sample dialogues, games, and the Answer Key. The Student Workbook has worksheets and practice pages. We highly recommended that you order both for a complete package.
Subjects covered: Assessm
4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
CCSS
4.OA.A.3
, 4.OA.B.4
Multiplication: Booklet 2 - Beginning Long Multiplication Teacher Guide
Beginning Long Multiplication and Basics of Distribution
This booklet begins with the basics of how the Distributive Property of Multiplication allows the multiplication of longer numbers, e.g., 1457 x 3.
Subjects covered: Assessment, Drill, Arrays: Manipulative and Recording, Breaking Up Times, Arrays, Distributive Property, Box Multiplication (area models), Word Problems, Expanded Tables, Standard Notation, Real World Math
A constructivist approach in which students learn through hands-on
4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 4.OA.A.2
, 4.OA.A.3
General Math: Booklet 1 - Parent/Teacher Guide
General Math: Booklet 1 - Beginning Patterns, Logic, and Problem Solving Patterns in Arithmetic series Parent/Teacher Guide 80 pages - stapled booklet The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach the lessons, sample dialogues, games, and the Answer Key. Teacher lessons for games, activities, and worksheets in the Student Workbook included are: Beginning and Recording Patterns Trading Game Sorting Even and Odd What's My Rule? Game Number Lines Trading Game Comparing Ordinal Numbe
1st
Geometry, Math, Numbers
Addition: Booklet 3 - Regrouping (carrying) into Four Digits Teacher Guide
There are lessons for all of the student pages and an Answer Key for the Student Workbook. Parents are guided though a series of lessons that give sample dialogues that a teacher might have with a student who is learning. Circle Math, unique to the Patterns in Arithmetic series, is used to guide students to many discoveries and to create algorithms. Learners create, routinely look for, and discover patterns in numbers and shapes. They invent problems for themselves and others, estimate, predic
3rd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NBT.A.2
Fractions: Booklet 4 - Equivalent Fractions Teacher Guide
Equivalent Fractions
This booklet develops the concept of equivalent fractions, how they are created, and their relationship to the multiplication tables. It begins with manipulatives, moves to drawings, and then to calculation. Very important groundwork concepts are laid for later work in fractions.
Includes an Answer Key for the Student Workbook.
A constructivist approach in which students learn through hands-on exploration, discovery, inventions, and the creation of models.
The Parent/Te
4th - 5th
Fractions, Math
CCSS
4.NF.A.1
Subtraction: Booklet 1 - Parent/Teacher Guide - Beginning Subtraction
Patterns in Arithmetic Series Parent/Teacher Guide 68 pages - stapled booklet The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach the lessons, sample dialogues, games, and the Answer Key. The Student Workbook has worksheets and practice pages. This unique approach to subtraction was developed by Prof. Emeritus Michael Butler at the world renowned UCI Farm Elementary School. The Patterns in Arithmetic series teaches for understanding using a discovery and inductive approach.Subtraction sta
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
Subtraction: Booklet 2 - Parent/Teacher Guide - Beginning Circle Subtraction
Patterns in Arithmetic Series Parent/Teacher Guide 64 pages - stapled booklet The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach the lessons, sample dialogues, games, and the Answer Key. The Student Workbook has worksheets and practice pages. This unique approach to subtraction was developed by Prof. Emeritus Michael Butler at the world renowned UCI Farm Elementary School. The Patterns in Arithmetic series teaches for understanding using a discovery and inductive approach.Circle Math Subt
2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
Multiplication: Booklet 1 - Parent/Teacher Guide - Basic Concepts
The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach the lessons, sample dialogues, games, and the Answer Key. The Student Workbook has worksheets and practice pages. We highly recommended that you order both for a complete package.
Subjects covered:
Basic concept and number sentence, word problems,number lines, attribute grids, multiplication facts chart, building times tables,
finding patterns in tables, daily skip counting and drills, properties of multiplication, factoring: manipu
3rd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
CCSS
3.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.A.4
+3
Place Value: Booklet 1 - Parent/Teacher Guide - Beginning Place Value
Patterns in Arithmetic series Parent/Teacher Guide 60 pages - stapled booklet The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach the lessons, sample dialogues, games, and the Answer Key. Teacher lessons for games, activities, and worksheets in the Student Workbook included are: Beginning and Recording Patterns Circle Game Trading Game Counting and Recording in Base Four (Cuckoos) with two and three digits Counting and Recording in Base Five with two and three digits Counting and Record
1st - 2nd
Arithmetic, Place Value
General Math: Booklet 2 - Parent/Teacher Guide
General Math: Booklet 2 - Patterns, Logic, and Problem Solving Parent/Teacher Guide 48 pages - stapled booklet The Parent/Teacher Guide has instructions on how to teach the lessons, sample dialogues, games, and the Answer Key. Teacher lessons for games, activities, and worksheets in the Student Workbook included are: Beginning and Recording Patterns Sorting Even and Odd What's My Rule? Game Number Patterns Number Lines Comparing Commutative Property of Addition Families of Facts Array Patt
2nd
Geometry, Math
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About the store
Experience
Suki Glenn taught University of California, Irvine Farm Elementary School teacher of K - 2 grades for seven years. Mentor and consultant for the Farm School for seven years. Home school tutor for many years. Two years teaching math and astronomy at Village Elementary School in Fallbrook, California.
Owner of Pattern Press which publishes elementary mathematics books.
Susan taught in Chicago public schools, alternative schools, and Teacher Curriculum Work Centers, Susan taught math to children in kindergarten to sixth grades at The Farm School for fourteen years.
Teaching style
Hands-on, multi-sensory approaches, inquiry, and constructivist style of teaching. A child’s innate love of learning is encouraged through hands-on exploration, discovery, inventions, and the creation of models. These books are about how to think mathematically using a variety of approaches which encourage creativity and discovery of the beauty of numbers. Lessons have students build models, look for patterns, play games, make generalizations, verify and prove answers, and record discoveries in ways that make sense to them at their own individual pace. These books are a collection of lessons that will help parents, teachers, and students become better mathematicians.
My own education history
Suki Lueck Glenn BA, MA, and elementary teaching credential, California State University, Fullerton
In the 1970’s she was part of the Teacher Corps program and continued her education by getting a masters and teaching credential in Library Science.
Susan D Carpenter Antioch College BS, University of Chicago, MST
Alysia Krafel BA Cal State Long Beach
Additional biographical information
One author, Alysia, co-founded Chrysalis Charter School in Redding, California and field tested these books for many years. She also home schooled her two daughters. Suki, Susan, and Alysia all taught at the UC Irvine Farm Elementary, a research and lab school, for many years. This math series is based on the innovative teaching philosophy learned at the Farm School.
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