Math-U-See Elementary

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We have used MUS starter with the Primer for my now 9yo. Typically for each of the 30 lessons there are 3 practice sheets, 3 review sheets, an application/enrichment page, and a test. For each lesson we watch the video together and then work through the 1st practice sheet. Then depending on how much the "get it" in subsequent days we will move through the rest of the sheets typically skipping the other 2 practice sheets and 1 or 2 of the reviews before the test. Sometimes I feel that the application/enrichment pages are busywork so we just skip those. When my boys started primer they were still learning to form their numbers and since there is not much number writing practice I bought a set of dotted stamps, let them select the correct answer then practice writing. We plan on continuing on sticking with MUS through high school.
Grade levels used
  • K
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Pros
Helps kids (and adults!) to visualize math
Cons
workbooks are black and white
Do you recommend?
Yes!
MM
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we use Primer. and it is a nice overview of some different concepts for my young student. My daughter likes the videos with Mr. Demme... she likes having another teacher.
Grade levels used
K
Pros
Video Instruction. Short Lessons. Reasonable progression of Concepts
Cons
No additional materials if a student gets "stuck". limited manipulatives.
Do you recommend?
i do recommend this
J
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This was my daughter's first math program. I researched various programs thoroughly and landed on this one. The videos seemed fun, and it looked great ... and both my daughter and I hated it. While the videos are engaging, the workbook itself, in our opinion, was very dull. It felt like an endless rotation of black and white questions that asked some variation of 1 + 2 =, 4 + 5 =, 8+ 7 =. I felt it completely lacked depth and that I could have written it myself. Disappointed, we moved on to another program that had the depth we were looking for.

The program uses terms like onety, twoty for the numbers eleven and twelve. Demme reasons that English-speaking kids have a harder time with numbers because numbers like eleven and twelve don't really make sense, whereas in some other languages, they use something comparable to onety and twoty. Now, we may indeed have a problem with the logic of the names for used for our teen numbers -- however, it is what it is. My daughter already knew how to count when we started the program and her response to his logical idea of renaming numbers was "what on earth is he talking about??" I kind of agreed. I think it is quite confusing.

Positives include the use of the base ten blocks, which help to visually illustrate concepts, and couple of tricks to easily calculate equations with +9 and +8.

The program also does a great job explaining place value -- the best I've seen. We still use his method for explaining place value.
Grade levels used
1
Pros
easy to use, kind of fun
Cons
not very comprehensive
Do you recommend?
not really
N
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I loved using this with the math blocks to teach my kids. They picked up the addition easily.
Grade levels used
1
Pros
easy to use
Do you recommend?
yes
KM
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We have six children and have used Math-U-See since we started homeschooling. It is easy to use. The video teaching is fun and easy to understand. All of my kids have enjoyed math using this curriculum.
Grade levels used
  • preK
  • K
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
Pros
Easy to use
Do you recommend?
yes
J
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Mr. Demme is a great teacher. He teaches each concept in simple steps and is funny at times too. This has been a blessing to our family as my boys now enjoy math.
Grade levels used
  • 2
  • 5
Pros
Very thorough!
Do you recommend?
yes
P
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I love being able to teach my kids how to build each problem with the manipulative blocks. It really takes the abstract concept of math and makes it concrete and understandable.
Grade levels used
  • K
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Pros
multi-sensory approach, teaches the why and how of math, great manipulatives, DVD teaching, mastery approach
Cons
workbooks are not very interesting
Do you recommend?
yes
A
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I wish I would've tried this FIRST! This was our first year with it and 4 kids doing it-- there's been a learning curve but I'm happy with the program.
Grade levels used
  • K
  • 3
  • 5
Pros
Love this for my visual learners
Cons
Takes a little time learning with blocks if coming from another program especially if in higher levels
Do you recommend?
Yes
AM
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My kids used the manipulatives for younger ages but did not need the special kit for learning fractions.
Grade levels used
  • K
  • 1
  • 4
  • 5
Pros
Easy to use for independent learner. Very silent layout. No distracting cartoons.
Cons
Teaches long division and multi different multiplication differently. Had to use another resource.
Do you recommend?
Yes for elementary levels.
D
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We love MUS! The teacher guide and DVD make it easy to teach. My son loves learning with the blocks too!
Grade levels used
  • K
  • 1
Pros
Hands on learning, easy to teach
Do you recommend?
Yes!!
JN
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2014-15 was our first year using this. We used Primer for K and Alpha for 1st. We enjoyed it! The matery of each concept before moving on to something we really liked. Both kids moved to the next book before the school year was over. We are continuing this year!
Grade levels used
  • K
  • 1
Pros
Instructions are clear, move at own pace, manipulatives are fun
Cons
Not right now
Do you recommend?
Very much
HP
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As we are just starting out program this year, I have not personally used this product but, a best friend of mine uses this for her son and it seems really awesome and easy to use and understand.
Do you recommend?
yes
RP
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I have ONLY used Math-U-See in our homeschool and have not researched any other math curriculum. That said, my kids and I LOVE Math-U-See. As someone with a minor in mathematics, Math-U-See is how math SHOULD be taught in school. I was the kid who wanted to know the WHY of math (which is actually important) and Math-U-See gives that. I actually can't wait to get into higher mathematics with Math-U-See that I NEVER understood. With Math-U-See I feel like all the blanks I never understood or never had explained during my schooling years (public and private, Kinder thru College) and because of Math-U-See I now have a better understanding and grasp of mathematics!
Grade levels used
  • preK
  • K
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Pros
Explains the WHY of math
Cons
Sometimes Mr. Steve makes a mistake in the video, however, he usually corrects himself. This COULD cause some confusion with the student. The parent/teacher, however, can pause the video and give the correction.
Do you recommend?
HIGHLY Recommend
GH
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I have been homeschooling for 9 years. I used this curriculum with my first born the longest. He got kind-of bored with it, so we tried something else. I think the lessons are taught well on the videos. It is very simple and easy to follow.
Grade levels used
  • K
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Pros
Easy to use, affordable, mastery based
Do you recommend?
sure
CP
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I used this for my daughter who really struggles with math. I purchased the foundation levels (even though she was older) after realizing that she really did not understand math. It helped her get a good foundation and move ahead.
Grade levels used
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Pros
Easy to use, mastery
Do you recommend?
yes
A
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I LOVE Math U See! It has a great systematic approach to help students commit the addition and subtraction facts to memory. My kids like the DVD instruction and the math blocks =)
Grade levels used
1
Pros
Systematic
Do you recommend?
Yes!
KR
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This program, with the manipulatives, provides a great foundation for elementary math facts. Using the blocks, numbers and their relationships are visual instead of just conceptual. The tricks given to memorize the facts are very helpful. I even learned somethings!
Grade levels used
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
Pros
Gives a great foundation
Cons
Worksheets can be repetitive
Do you recommend?
Yes
K
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We've finished Alpha, Beta and are part way through Gamma. The manipulatives allow the student to "see" the problems, which is just what my daughter needs. There is some review of previously learned material without being too much. We love Math U See!
Grade levels used
  • 2
  • 3
Pros
Easy to use. Quick but with enough work to learn the topic
Cons
None
Do you recommend?
Yes
CG
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I started using math-u-see when I realized I didn't know how to explain math. This program helped me understand how to teach simple (and not so simple) concept. I love it. It really makes sense to me. My kids enjoy watching the video lessons too. There are two things one must know about it- 1. It does not have any type of timed tests, which I think are so important in elementary school, and 2. it does not follow a traditional scope and sequence. I still love it though and supplemented easily as my kids worked through the elementary program. My oldest only has Zeta left!
Grade levels used
  • preK
  • K
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Pros
helps the teacher learn how to teach, visual instruction
Cons
focuses on only one part of math at a time
Do you recommend?
Yes!
JB
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My son loves it! Different approach and not "normal" scope and sequence. But works!
Grade levels used
  • K
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Pros
easy to use and clearly explained
Cons
Not typical math program
Do you recommend?
yes
CP
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