Elementary Problem Solving - Prealgebra

Our curriculum for Elementary Problem solving includes a balance between learning the mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills.

Level 1 and 2 Topics

Level 1

• Properties of Arithmetic
• Order of Operations
• Parity
• Prime Numbers
• Fractions (basic operations)
• Divisibility
• Factors and Multiples
• Prime Factorization
• Averages
• Problem Solving Strategies (Finding patterns, Working Backwards etc.)

Level 2

• Review of Level 1 concepts
• Divisibility
• Factors, Multiples and Remainders
• LCM and GCD and their applications
• Percentage
• Ratio and Proportion
• Rate and Speed
• Word Problems