Experience Math Student-Centered Active Learning

Free resources for K-8 math educators!

Active learning is the foundation of Experience Math® California, a K–8 program designed to transform classrooms into communities of curious, confident problem solvers. Each lesson engages students in meaningful thinking and discourse, supported by a structure that makes learning hands-on and collaborative.

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Empower Your Students with a More Active Math Experience

Experience Math® California brings active, student-centered learning to every K–8 classroom. Developed by Dr. Marian Small and aligned to the California Mathematics Framework, each lesson invites students to explore ideas, talk through their strategies, and build deep understanding together. With open tasks, hands-on exploration, and meaningful discussion, students learn by doing in a 3-part lesson model:

  • Minds On: Spark curiosity and activate prior knowledge with an open prompt.
  • Action Task: Engage students in rich, hands-on tasks that encourage collaboration and strategy sharing.
  • Consolidate: Make thinking visible through structured discussion and connection to key mathematical ideas.

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