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Alpha

Addition and Subtraction for Single-Digit Numbers and Other Topics

Alpha focuses on building a strong foundation for the concepts of single-digit addition and subtraction. We use systematic teaching strategies to help your student commit addition and subtraction facts to memory.

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Scope and Sequence

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Sample Lesson

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  • Lesson 01: Place Value and the Manipulatives
  • Lesson 02: Counting to 20
  • Lesson 03: Unit Bars
  • Lesson 04: Addition: Symbols, +0
  • Lesson 05: Addition: +1, Commutative Property
  • Lesson 06: Counting to 100, Skip Counting by 10
  • Lesson 07: Addition: +2
  • Lesson 08: Solve for an Unknown
  • Lesson 09: Addition: +9, Mental Math
  • Lesson 10: Addition: +8
  • Lesson 11: Shapes: Circles and Triangles; Skip Counting by 2
  • Lesson 12: Addition: Doubles
  • Lesson 13: Rectangles, Squares; Skip Counting by 5
  • Lesson 14: Addition: Doubles +1; Associative Property
  • Lesson 15: Addition: Making 10
  • Lesson 16: Addition: Making 9
  • Lesson 17: Addition of the Extras: 3 + 5, 4 + 7, 5 + 7
  • Lesson 18: Introduction to Subtraction
  • Lesson 19: Subtraction: –1 and –0
  • Lesson 20: Subtraction: –2
  • Lesson 21: Subtraction: –9
  • Lesson 22: Subtraction: –8
  • Lesson 23: Subtraction: Doubles
  • Lesson 24: Subtraction: Making 10
  • Lesson 25: Subtraction: Making 9
  • Lesson 26: Subtraction: Extras
  • Lesson 27: Subtraction by 7, or Adding Up by 3
  • Lesson 28: Subtraction by 6, or Adding Up by 4
  • Lesson 29: Subtraction by 5, or Adding Up by 5
  • Lesson 30: Subtraction by 3 and 4
  • Appendix A: Telling Time: Minutes
  • Appendix B: Telling Time: Hours

Sample Lesson

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Placement

Your student may be ready for Alpha if they can:

  • Accurately count up to 9
  • Associate a number with a given quantity of objects
  • Write the numerals 0 to 9
  • Follow simple directions
  • Engage in a lesson with an instructor for about 15 minutes
  • Work to commit addition and subtraction facts to memory
  • Persevere at a task until new skills are mastered

Math-U-See’s placement tools are designed to help ensure proper initial placement and will give you a clear indication if your student is ready for Alpha.

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The Four-Step Approach

Get the most out of Math-U-See by using the four-step approach.


Step 1
Prepare for the lesson

Step 2
Present and explore
the new concept

Step 3
Practice for mastery

Step 4
Progress after mastery
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Alpha Products

What do I need? Universal Set Level Up Set Student Pack

What do I need?

To successfully complete the Alpha level, you will need:

  • Instruction Manual — includes detailed instructions and solutions
  • Instructional lesson videos — on DVDs and streaming within the Alpha Digital Pack
  • Student Workbook — includes Lesson Practice, Systematic Review, and Application and Enrichment worksheets
  • Test booklet
  • Integer Block Kit

Browse our sets to find the best fit for your needs.

Purchasing for a classroom?

Typically, sets are not recommended for a classroom setting. If you are purchasing for a school or large group, please contact our School Sales Team.

Our School Sales Team:

  • Provides customized quotes—ensuring you receive the correct products at the best pricing
  • Manages purchase orders
  • Provides personalized account management
  • Allows you to apply your tax-exempt status

Contact our School Sales Team

Alpha Universal Set

Everything needed to complete the Alpha level.

This convenient bundle includes everything that both an instructor and student need to complete the Alpha level.

This set includes:

  • Instruction Manual
  • Instructional DVDs
  • Alpha Digital Pack
  • Student Workbook
  • Tests booklet
  • Integer Block Kit

Purchase the Alpha Universal Set

Level Up Set

For customers who already have the required Integer Block Kit.

This set includes:

  • Instruction Manual
  • Instructional DVDs
  • Alpha Digital Pack
  • Student Workbook
  • Tests booklet

Purchase the Alpha Level-Up Set

Student Pack

For customers who already have the needed instructor materials and Integer Block Kit.

The Student Pack includes:

  • Student Workbook
  • Tests booklet

Each student will need their own Student Workbook and Tests booklet.

Purchase the Alpha Student Pack

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