Rising

9th Graders:
Summer Math Series

‍Zearn School Accounts have access to our content for rising 9th graders
as part of our Middle School Pilot.

Available for school accounts

Content focused on the

big ideas

8th grade math lesson plans focused on the big ideas

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

8th Grade Math - solving linear equations

8th graders learn to graph linear equations and compare functions with one variable

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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8th grade math using linear equations and systems with multiple variables

Rising 9th grader students solve simultaneous linear equations and determine when there are no solutions

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

8th grade students learn about independent and dependent variable functions

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.

Digital lessons focus on big math ideas to help students transition from eighth graders to 9th grade seamlessly

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

Tailored summer math content based on insights from over 9.9 Bn Math problems

Embedded learning acceleration throughout the Zearn program, including friendly onramps and just-in-time support on all grade-level concepts.

Math learning acceleration supports are built into every Zearn digital math lesson

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 Tier 1 intervention in all digital lessons
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

Individual logins for all students and teachers or tutors (create a free account now to access!)
Access to Zearn Help Center with 250+ help topics

FAQs

What instructional content is covered in each digital lesson?

Digital lessons follow the scope and sequence of Eureka Math/EngageNY. They include fluency, concept development, and independent practice. Digital lessons received a top-rating from EdReports.org and are aligned to state standards.

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

Summer Intensive Series can be used for summer school, tutoring programs, or targeted interventions. We also offer materials that tutors or teachers can use to facilitate rich math discussions around the core ideas of each Intensive Series.

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My child is new to Zearn Math. Can I use it at home as a parent?

As a nonprofit, our instructional materials are free for families and kids. Our Parent/Caregiver supports offer the information you need to create an account for yourself and your child, help your child log in to their account, and orient them to Zearn Math Digital Lessons, so they can begin learning with Zearn Math at home.‍

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How much time does each digital lesson take?

Each digital lesson 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.

How effective are digital lessons?

ESSA-qualifying efficacy studies conducted over the past two years show students who consistently use Zearn digital lessons experience 2x the learning gains compared to students who did not use Zearn. Zearn meets the criteria for “evidence-based” as defined by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), qualifying Zearn for Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) and School Improvement funding.

$Zearn math book and notebook for students to learn 8th grade math skills.$

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