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Ontario Ministry Documents

Ontario Curriculum - Mathematics - Grade 1-8 (2020)
High Impact Instructional Practices in Mathematics: Resources and Supports
Document, fact sheets, resources and videos.

Instructional Practices for Math Teachers

Components of Effective Math Instruction
Self-directed and self-paced professional learning for math teachers based on the 9 high-impact instructional practices.

Digital Tools for Teaching Math

Digital Resources for UCDSB Educators: Numeracy
Interactive list of digital resources for use in the classroom organized into: Math Talks; Problem Solving and Independent Practice. (Note: linked to document in Professional Learning Teams Portal )
Math is Visual
"This website was created to assist in building a better conceptual understanding of mathematics through the use of visuals. The images, videos and resources shared here are intended to help all teachers, parents and students understand that Math Is Visual and we should take every opportunity to teach it that way." Website by Kyle Pearce
Mathies Activities on OERB

ON-Core : Core Curriculum On-Demand This link opens in a new window
Search by Ontario Curriculum - subject, Grade, Strand. Some examples of Math series include:

Odd Squad (PK-5): The Odd Squad show aims at problem solving and thinking and includes building procedural fluency as well as building conceptual understanding. the show uses creativity and imagination to foster inquiry and math-talk.

Math Mysteries Series (6-8): Each episode includes Teacher's Resource Guide; Case File and Student Workbook
mPower This link opens in a new window
TVO's mPower is a creative online game that teaches fundamental K-6 math skills while enabling students to have fun and learn more about the world around them. Student-centered, assessment driven & based on the Ontario curriculum. **An account is required - available for free.
Math Homework Help - TVO Mathify This link opens in a new window
TVO Mathify. Chat tutor help, interactive tutorials, mini-lessons supporting students in grades 7-12 math.

Lesson Plans

TVOLearn: Resources for Grades 1-6
(Under development) Learning resources, activities, vocabulary aligned to the new Ontario curriculum
Illuminations
Lesson plans and activities for K-12 math teachers. From the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and Thinkfinity.
Math Central Resource Room
Math lesson plans organized by grade level and curriculum standards. From the University of Regina and The Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences.
Ontario Association for Mathematics Education Classroom Resources
CK12 Org: Open Education Resources
Browse Math by Grade, or search for math concepts. Includes lesson plans, interactive lessons and activities etc.

Culturally Responsive Math Lessons

First Nations, Métis & Inuit Education Association of Ontario This link opens in a new window
Password required. Browse category 'Math'

Math resources Elementary (Indigenous)
Lesson plans and resources curated by the Surrey School District
Math Catcher
"To promote mathematics among Aboriginal learners we have created a series of stories with mathematical themes. These stories are based on the storytelling tradition of Aboriginal peoples."

Literacy and Math

MyCapstoneLibrary - eBooks (K-8) This link opens in a new window
Check out the math bundle books

Online resources for teaching math

Adapted Mind
Click on Math. For Gr 1 to Gr 8
Arcademic Skill Builders
cK-12
Jump Math
JUMP Math is a complete package of resources intended to cover the curricula for kindergarten to grade 8.
Marilyn Burns Math
Math Before Bed
The Math Forum - Elementary Teacher's Place
Links to lesson plans and other resources. From Drexel University.
The Math Forum - Middle School Teacher's Place
Links to lesson plans and other resources. From Drexel University.
Math is Fun
Math train TV
Mathtrain.TV is a free, educational "kids teaching kids" project from Mr. Marcos & his Students at Lincoln Middle School in Santa Monica, CA. Video resources for teachers and students.
PBS Teachers - Math Resources
Classroom activities and lesson plans for all grade levels. From PBS.
Prodigy Math Game
This free online math game helps students learn math at their own pace. Teachers can recieve reports about how their students are doing and use that information to differentiate instruction in the classroom. The game meets Ontario education standards and even includes exercises to prepare students for EQAO.
Sheppard Software - Math
SumDog
Sumdog for teachers: Sumdog's free educational games motivate your students to practice math, reading and writing - while you have full control over what they learn.
Limited access to math games, class tracking, and international math contests are available for free. Additional resources (including the reading and writing packages) are available with a paid subscription.
SuperKids Math Worksheet Creator
Use this website to customize and create worksheets of math exercises.
Vocabulary Cards
Granite School District

Videos

Dan Meyer: Math Class Needs a Makeover
"Today's math curriculum is teaching students to expect -- and excel at -- paint-by-numbers classwork, robbing kids of a skill more important than solving problems: formulating them. In his talk, Dan Meyer shows classroom-tested math exercises that prompt students to stop and think." -TED talks
Conrad Wolfram: Teaching Kids Real Math with Computers
"From rockets to stock markets, many of humanity's most thrilling creations are powered by math. So why do kids lose interest in it? Conrad Wolfram says the part of math we teach -- calculation by hand -- isn't just tedious, it's mostly irrelevant to real mathematics and the real world. He presents his radical idea: teaching kids math through computer programming." -TED talks
Teaching Math: A Video Library, K-4
Teaching Math: A Video Library, 5-8