Math in Focus

Provides structured teacher support through comprehensive lesson plans.

Teacher's edition contains 'full lesson plans that provide parents with everything they need to teach each concept' and is described as helpful by users

Uses mastery-based sequencing consistent with Singapore math methodology.

Described as 'a mastery math program' and noted that 'Singapore math method tends to produce curricula that are a bit more advanced than traditional US public schools'

Incorporates hands-on learning and manipulatives consistent with Singapore math approach.

Described as combining 'conceptual focus on math instruction with hands-on learning and manipulative work' to build stronger math knowledge

The curriculum emphasizes conceptual understanding through Singapore math methods but failed EdReports evaluation for rigor balance.

EdReports rated Gateway 2 (balance of conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application) as Does Not Meet Expectations, though the curriculum is described as combining conceptual focus with hands-on learning

Provides comprehensive teacher materials but may be cost-prohibitive for some users.

Full-color, spiral-bound Teacher's Edition with complete lesson plans, though commenters noted these are 'helpful but too pricey' and wished materials were 'more accessible and affordable'

Emphasizes problem-solving ability but lacks specific evidence of systematic word problem instruction.

Described as helping students build 'problem solving ability' but no details about explicit word problem strategies or schemas

Insufficient evidence to assess the use of worked examples in instruction.

No specific information provided about worked examples or step-by-step modeling in the reviews

Includes optional practice materials but insufficient evidence for systematic retrieval practice.

Optional 'extra practice books' are available, but no specific information about spaced review or retrieval practice strategies

Includes assessment components but insufficient detail on diagnostic capabilities.

Optional 'assessment books' are available as part of the program components, but no specific information about diagnostic assessment features