Common Core

Common Core is a set of educational standards that outline what students should know in mathematics and English language arts at each grade level.

Mathematics FundamentalsEnglish Language Arts FoundationsCritical Thinking and Problem Solving
Mathematical Reasoning and ModelingText Analysis and EvidenceArgument and Communication Skills
Applying Math in Daily LifeReading and Writing in Everyday LifeCollaborative Projects and Teamwork
Understanding the QuestionShowing Your Work and Explaining Answers
Mathematics Fundamen...English Language Art...Critical Thinking an...Mathematical Reasoni...Text Analysis and Ev...Argument and Communi...Applying Math in Dai...Reading and Writing ...Collaborative Projec...Understanding the Qu...Showing Your Work an...
Practical Applications

Applying Math in Daily Life

Math in the Real World

Math isn’t just for the classroom—it’s all around you! Common Core math skills help you solve everyday problems, from shopping to cooking and beyond.

Where You’ll Use Math

  • Figuring out how much money you need to buy your favorite snack
  • Measuring ingredients for a recipe
  • Planning how to spend your time after school

Why It’s Useful

When you use math every day, you get better at making decisions and solving problems quickly.

Examples

  • Measuring the length of your room to see if a new bed will fit.

  • Calculating how long it will take to finish your homework and have time to play.

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