Grade 6-8 Mathematics

Grades 6–8 challenge students to extend their understanding from arithmetic to abstract reasoning.
Students begin to see math as a powerful language for describing relationships, patterns, and the world itself. This phase builds confidence in critical thinking and problem solving through multi-step, real-world applications.

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Expressions and Equations

Students learn to represent situations using variables, write and simplify expressions, and solve equations and inequalities. They move from solving simple operations to understanding balancing, inverse operations, and the concept of equivalence.

Geometry

Geometry becomes more formal and logical.
Students explore angles, triangles, and circles, work with scale drawings, and use coordinate geometry to describe figures. They also learn how transformations (translation, reflection, rotation, dilation) relate to symmetry and congruence.

Statistics and Probability

Students begin analyzing data using measures of center (mean, median, mode) and variability (range, interquartile range). They learn to interpret data displays, design experiments, and understand probability — how likely or unlikely an event may be.

Ratios and Proportional Relationships

Students use ratios and unit rates to solve problems involving scale, percentages, and real-world comparisons. This concept bridges arithmetic and algebra and is crucial for later topics in science and economics.

The Number System

Students extend their understanding of numbers to include negatives, fractions, and decimals. They perform all operations with rational numbers and explore absolute value, preparing them for high school algebra.