Math-U-See Zeta

***If you already own the Integer Block Kit and/or Algebra/Decimal Inserts you can remove them from the package using the Customize tab.

The Zeta Universal Set Includes:

• Zeta Instruction Pack - The Zeta Instruction Pack contains the Instruction Manual with lesson-by-lesson instructions and answer keys, and the DVD with lesson-by-lesson video instruction.
• Zeta Student Workbook - The Zeta Student Workbook contains lesson-by-lesson worksheets, systematic review pages, and Application & Enrichment pages.
• Zeta Digital Pack - Lifetime access to Zeta streaming instruction videos and Instruction Manual PDF, lesson solutions, Skip Count Songs MP3s and Songbook PDFs, and other online resources from any browser. You'll also have access to the Math-U-See Digital Manipulatives, using Chrome or Safari browsers.
• Integer Block Kit - This 133-piece manipulative block set is the only one you’ll need for all levels of Math-U-See, from Primer through Algebra 1; includes 20 ones and tens, 13 fives, and 10 each of twos, threes, fours, sixes, sevens, eights, nines, and hundreds blocks, plus the Decimal Street™/Block Clock poster. The durable cardboard storage box doubles as a carrying case while keeping blocks tidy and simplifying clean up.
• Algebra/Decimal Inserts - Smooth pieces which snap into 10s and 100s blocks. Used with Zeta to present decimals. Used with Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1 to illustrate polynomials.

Overview

Zeta extends the student's concepts of place value to the right of the decimal point. Students learn to complete core operations with decimals. The connection between fractions and decimals is presented.

Major Concepts and Skills Include:

• Expanding understanding of place value from positive powers of ten to include decimals
• Fluently adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing multiple-digit decimals using place value strategies
• Solving real-world problems with decimals and percentages
• Understanding the metric system and converting from one unit of measure to another

Additional Concepts and Skills Include:

• Understanding and simplifying exponents
• Understanding negative numbers and representing them on the coordinate plane
• Using properties of operations to simplify and evaluate algebraic expressions
• Interpreting and graphing relationships between dependent and independent variables
• Understanding of plane geometry & geometric symbols
• Using ratio reasoning to solve problems

Is your student ready for Zeta? Take the Zeta Readiness Assessment to find out.