Singapore Primary Mathematics is a secular math program that covers 1st through 6th grade levels. Conceptual understanding, mental math, and word problems are an important part of the curriculum. Read more about it
Math was one of my best subjects back when I was in school, but my mental math abilities stunk! I had to write many problems down to figure it out. After using this for over a year my mental math abilities have grown so much. I can add larger numbers in my head and so can my children. The standard algorithm is taught as well, but only after a child practices how to complete the new concepts mentally. This, I find, seems to bring about greater understanding of mathematical concepts. I switched over from another program and my son tested a year lower than his grade even though he was running ahead in the math program we were using. I started him a year below his grade level. I gave him a standardized test at the end of our first school year using Singapore and he aced it. I find Singapore to be a very strong math program.
User Review
Grade Levels Used
I've used this for 2 of my children for over a year now. I've used from 1B-3B so far. I plan to continue with the series.
How long did you use this?
Over a year now.
Pros
Mental math skills, word problems, going from one book to another helps keep my child's attention longer
Cons
Cost. When used for multiple children the costs go down significantly since I won't be repurchasing the Home Instructor's Manual and the textbook.
