Bridge Materials for Pre-Algebra to Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics
The Bridge Materials is a free course designed to help students transition from Pre-Algebra to Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics. Through a combination of assessment, skill analysis, and optional targeted lessons, this course helps identify and strengthen foundational math skills. Under the guidance of parents, students can work at their own pace to build confidence and close learning gaps. The included Readiness Check helps determine which skills lessons will be most helpful. Each lesson also introduces students, whether new or familiar with Math-U-See, to the instructional approach used in Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics. Inside the course, students will find instructional videos, printable practice pages, worked solutions, reference tools, and flexible navigation to fit their needs.
The free Bridge Materials course includes everything you need:
- Assessments
- Videos
- Lesson Pages
- Support tools
Note: All Skills Lessons are optional and may be used in any order. The Readiness Check helps indicate which will be most helpful for your student.
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Course Developers
The Bridge Materials: Pre-Algebra to Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics course was developed by the Demme Learning Product Development Team—a group of experienced educators, instructional designers, math specialists, graphic designers, and multimedia specialists. This team collaborated to create a flexible, accessible resource that supports students in building confidence, identifying skill gaps, and preparing for success in Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics.
About Math-U-See
Math-U-See focuses on Building Understanding. What began as a simple, effective way to show students “why” math works has grown into an award-winning K-12 program, products focused on specific intervention strategies, and a classroom system that can be used alongside any existing curriculum.