Rising G9 summer series

Content focused on the big ideas

Our curated series of 8th grade math lessons is designed for students to complete over any 4-to-6-week summer program.

Zearn digital math lessons include visual models and representations of math concepts so students develop a deep understanding of 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math.

Digital lessons involve solving linear equations and proportional relationships on a coordinate plane

Linear Relationships

13 Lessons | Grade 8 Mission 3
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The Grade 8 lessons focus on linear functions and linear equations, ensuring students have both the foundational understanding and procedural fluency needed to access the new learning of Algebra I. Students learn to recognize connections among rate of change, slope, and constant of proportionality.

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Video lessons double down on the learning students are doing with you

Linear Equations and Systems

15 Lessons | Grade 8 Mission 4
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Students write and solve linear equations in one variable. These include equations in which the variable occurs on both sides of the equal sign, and equations with no solutions, exactly one solution, and infinitely many solutions.

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Every student has opportunities to choose their own strategy in math.

Math for 8th graders focusing on functions and volume problem example.

8th grade students discover the relationships between two variables with functions and volume

Functions and Volume

21 Lessons | Grade 8 Mission 5
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Students are introduced to the concept of a function. These lessons enable students to develop a deep understanding of linear relationships and functions in addition to being able to manipulate algebraic equations and expressions.

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Our

approach to Summer Series

Zearn’s targeted summer math content series for rising 9th graders is designed based on:

Big ideas of math that help students build dense connections within and across grades.

Data from billions of math problems completed on our platform, with insights into precisely where students struggle and the most relevant foundational content.

Embedded math learning acceleration throughout digital lessons, including friendly onramps and just-in-time support on all grade-level concepts.

What's included with Zearn 8th grade math lessons

What's included

Daily digital math lessons

Consistent structure of learning activities, including new concept exploration with on-screen teachers
Built-in, personalized support right when students need it
Embedded daily digital diagnostic in every lesson

Real-time flexible data reporting for each student for teachers to analyze

Real-time data visibility

Detailed reporting for each student
Flexibility to share reports with teachers or tutors

Lesson plans include materials and worksheets for kids to solve math problems using hands-on practice in class

Materials for hands-on problem solving

Problem solving activities for teachers or tutors
(in Spanish, too!)
Guidance to facilitate lively math discussions where students explore different ways to solve problems

Individual logins for students and teachers for use in and out of the classroom

Easy account setup

Free individual logins for all students and teachers or tutors
Access to Zearn Help Center with 100+ help topics

FAQs

What instructional content is covered in each digital lesson?

Zearn Math’s K-5 materials follow the scope and sequence of Eureka Math/EngageNY. Zearn Math’s grade 6-8 materials align directly with Illustrative Math’s scope and sequence. Zearn digital lessons are designed to maximize learning and engagement through a balance of fluency activities, guided instruction and independent practice. Learn how Zearn Math aligns to your state’s specific standards:

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How can I use Zearn Math as part of summer school or tutoring?

Zearn's Summer Intensive Series is designed to be used flexibly across summer learning models, including in-school summer programming, tutoring, or at home. In addition to digital lessons, we offer instructional materials that educators can use to facilitate rich math discussions around the core ideas of each series.

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How can I share summer math resources with families?

We’ve created a guide for educators to share with families to orient them to Zearn Math. Download and share our summer math guidance to help families support their child’s learning with Zearn Math this summer:

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How much time does each digital lesson take?

Each digital lesson in the summer program takes about 30 minutes to complete. Kids work through each component at their own pace. After completing one lesson, they automatically go on to the next lesson in the series.

How effective are digital lessons?

Students who use Zearn achieve significant gains in math — including those at the lowest levels of math proficiency. Multiple quasi-experimental research studies show students who consistently use Zearn Math experience 2x the learning gains compared to students who do not use Zearn.

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Create a free account to get access to all content. For districts and schools interested in targeted spring/summer 2024 math programs, contact us.

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