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Chester Township Public Schools
Mathematics Curriculum
Mathematics - Grade 6

Algebraic Concepts

Order of Operations: Apply
The learner will be able to correctly use the rules for order of operations. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Order of Operations Application Introduce Applications of Learning, January 1999, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, Applications of Learning, January 1999, Chester Township Schools, Grade 6 Classroom
  
Order of Operations: Determine
The learner will be able to determine the correct order of calculations when more than one operation is to be performed.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Order of Operations Application Introduce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Properties: Number System
The learner will be able to apply the properties of the number system to evaluate the validity of results. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Properties Evaluation Introduce Higher-Order Learning, January 1999, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, Applications of Learning, January 1999, Chester Township Schools, Grade 6 Classroom
  
Multiple Step Story Problems
The learner will be able to solve multiple step word problems using whole numbers and decimals. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Multiple-step Problems Application Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Inequalities
The learner will be able to solve for the value of a variable given in an inequality and as shown on a graph by manipulating the inequality correctly.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Inequalities Application Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Basic Operations: Whole Numbers
The learner will be able to explain the concepts involved in basic operations. NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Basic Operations Comprehension Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Inverse Operations: Checking
The learner will be able to check the correctness of an answer by using the inverse operation.
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Inverse Operations Comprehension Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Inverse Operations
The learner will be able to ""work backwards" to solve story problems. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Solution Methods Analysis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Solution Methods: Applying
The learner will be able to use mental arithmetic and estimation to solve problems. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Solution Methods Comprehension Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Solution Tools: Analysis
The learner will be able to analyze which solution tool would best solve a problem: calculator, pencil and paper, mental math. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Solution Methods Analysis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
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Data Interpretation

Communicating: Graphical Forms/Solution
The learner will be able to use graphical forms to show a solution to a probability problem, to provide visual or condensed representation of an idea, to explain mathematical concepts, and to express real-world situations such as population variance, grades, marketing materials, sports statistics, and cultural trends. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Communicating   Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Analyzing: Graphical Forms
The learner will be able to demonstrate the ability to interpret graphical forms of data by articulating the details, facts, and concepts presented in the forms, and by evaluating the reasonableness of specific graphical forms given the types of information presented in the forms. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Analyzing/Evaluating Graphical Forms   Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Circle Graphs: Predictions
The learner will be able to make predictions using information given in a circle graph. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Circle Graphs Synthesis Reinforce Higher-Order Learning, January 1999, Grade 6 Classroom
  
Circle Graphs: Sum
The learner will be able to determine the number represented by the sum of two sections of a circle graph given in percents. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Circle Graphs Comprehension Reinforce Foundations of Learning, January 1999, Grade 6 Classroom
  
Circle Graphs: Interpret
The learner will be able to draw logical conclusions from interpreting data in a circle graph. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Circle Graphs Analysis Reinforce Applications of Learning, January 1999, Grade 6 Classroom
  
Bar Graphs: Identify/Compare
The learner will be able to identify or compare amounts in a bar graph. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Bar Graphs Knowledge Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Bar Graphs: Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze simple stacked graphs (bar and pictographs). (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Bar Graphs Analysis Master Applications of Learning, January 1999, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, Chester Township Schools, Grade 6 Classroom
  
Bar Graphs: Addition/Subtraction
The learner will be able to add or subtract information presented in the form of a bar graph. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Bar Graphs Comprehension Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Line Graphs
The learner will be able to identify, compare, and analyze points on a line graph. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Line Graphs Analysis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, Applications of Learning, January 1999, Chester Township Schools, Grade 6 Classroom
  
Line/Circle Graphs
The learner will be able to interpret data from circle/pie and line graphs, including identifying values from the graph, determining that addition or subtraction is needed to find an answer, and comparing values from the graph. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Line Graphs Analysis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Table: Compute
The learner will be able to identify values from the graph, compare values from the graph, determine the value of multiple entries, and perform the necessary calculations to find the missing parts of a table. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Tables/Charts Analysis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, Applications of Learning, January 1999, Chester Township Schools, Grade 6 Classroom
  
Table/Graph: Properties/Relationships
The learner will be able to identify properties and relationships from tables and graphs. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Tables/Charts Analysis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, Applications of Learning, January 1999, Chester Township Schools, Grade 6 Classroom
  
Logical Reasoning: Draw Conclusion
The learner will be able to draw a logical conclusion based on data presented in graphical format. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Logical Reasoning Analysis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Graphs: Construct
The learner will be able to construct charts and graphs. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Graphing Synthesis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Graphs/Maps: Interpretation
The learner will be able to read and interpret maps, scattergrams, box and whisker graphs, and stem-and-leaf charts. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Analyzing/Evaluating Graphical Forms Analysis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
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Problem Solving: Application
The learner will be able to use manipulatives, calculators, and symbols to solve real-world scenario problems which call for the rounding, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of decimals. This process includes evaluating a given problem scenario, identifying the problem, determining the relevant elements and the required operation, setting up a number sentence, and solving the problem. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Problem Solving   Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Number Sense: Place Value
The learner will be able to articulate (in terms of place value) the reasoning behind placing the decimal point in the appropriate position when evaluating number sentences involving operations on decimals. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Number Sense   Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Addition Story Problems
The learner will be able to solve story problems involving adding 3 numbers with decimals. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Add Decimals Application Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Subtraction Story Problems
The learner will be able to solve story problems involving subtracting decimals. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Subtract Decimals Application Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Addition/Subtraction Decimals
The learner will be able to solve either a story or numerical problem requiring addition or subtraction of decimals. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Add/Subtract Decimals Application Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Multiplication Story Problems
The learner will be able to solve real-world story problems by determining that multiplication is required, by regrouping the numbers, and by multiplying the appropriate decimals up to the hundredths position. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Multiply Decimals Application Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Multiplication/Division Decimals
The learner will be able to multiply, divide, and compare decimals using the correct order of operations when necessary. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Multiply/Divide Decimals Analysis Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Decimals: Rounding
The learner will be able to round decimal numbers to the nearest whole number, tenths, and hundredths place, in the context of a problem involving money amounts. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Decimals Application Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Money: Story Problems/Add/Subtract
The learner will be able to solve story problems which involve the addition and subtraction of money amounts written in decimal form. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Money Application Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Money: Story Problems/Multiply/Divide
The learner will be able to solve story problems which involve the multiplication and division of money amounts written in decimal form. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Money Application Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Division Story Problems
The learner will be able to solve story problems by dividing decimals up to the hundredths position. (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Divide Decimals Application Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Compare Decimals: Up to 0.0001
The learner will be able to compare decimals up to the ten-thousandths place (0.0001). (NJCCCS 4.1, 4.2).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Compare Decimals Analysis Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
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Problem Solving
The learner will be able to demonstrate a sense of how operations with fractions manipulate numbers by recognizing a real-world situation which calls for specific operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) with fractions, evaluating the situation, articulating the nature and elements of the problem, and solving the problem without being cued that the calculations involved would require fractions. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Problem Solving   Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Connecting: Using Fractions
The learner will be able to make connections between the functions of numerators and the functions of denominators by exploring fractions (i.e., drawing conclusions about fractions a/b, b/c, c/b, a/c, b/a, and c/a, when a > b > c). (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Connecting   Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Number Sense: Using Fractions
The learner will be able to have an intuitive sense of fractions, the portions they represent, and how fractions are used to solve problems and to communicate proportions and ideas in real-world settings. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Number Sense   Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Subtraction Story Problems
The learner will be able to subtract two fractions, either mixed fractions, same denominators, or with different denominators, in the context of a story problem. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Subtract Fractions Application Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Addition/Subtraction Fractions
The learner will be able to solve story problems requiring the addition or subtraction of fractions and reduce answers to lowest terms. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Add/Subtract Fractions Application Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Multiply 2 Fractions
The learner will be able to multiply 2 fractions. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Multiply Fractions Knowledge Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Multiplication Story Problems
The learner will be able to utilize multiplication of fractions to determine the fractional part of a whole number. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Multiply Fractions Application Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Divide 2 Fractions
The learner will be able to divide two fractions. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Divide Fractions Knowledge Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Division Story Problems
The learner will be able to solve real-world scenario problems where the division of fractions, mixed fractions, and whole numbers is involved. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Divide Fractions Application Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Compare Fractions: To 1
The learner will be able to compare a fraction to 1. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Compare Fractions Analysis Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Compare Fractions: Equivalent/Mixed
The learner will be able to compare 2 equivalent fractions and equivalent and mixed fractions. (NJCCCS 4.1).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Compare Fractions Analysis Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
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Geometry Terms: Communicating
The learner will be able to communicate solutions to problems across the mathematics curriculum using the language of geometry where appropriate. (NJCCCS 4.2, 4.4, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Geometric Vocabulary   Reinforce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Problem Solving: Geometric Properties
The learner will be able to solve real-world problems which require logical deductions and reasoning based on geometric properties without being cued about the properties which would apply to the problem, and utilize geometric concepts as proof or evidence of a self-generated solution theory. (NJCCCS 4.2, 4.4, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Problem Solving   Introduce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Communicating: Spatial Sense
The learner will be able to develop spatial sense by speaking, writing, and using models and diagrams to explain such terms and concepts as transformation, congruency, similarity, points, lines, and the properties of two- and three-dimensional figures. (NJCCCS 4.2, 4.4, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Communicating Spatial Sense   Introduce National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Solids: Cube
The learner will be able to identify a cube. (NJCCCS 4.2, 4.4, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Three-Dimensional Solids Knowledge Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Solids: Sphere
The learner will be able to identify a sphere. (NJCCCS 4.2, 4.4, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Three-Dimensional Solids Knowledge Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade Classroom
  
Figures: Identify
The learner will be able to identify squares, circles, triangles, rectangles, ovals, cubes, spheres. (NJCCCS 4.2, 4.4, 4.6).
Strand Bloom's Scope Source Activities
Figures: Identify Knowledge Master National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and Evaluation Standards, New Jersey Core Curriculum, Chester Township Schools, Sixth Grade