Math Dad Pre-Algebra Semester 2

Pre-Algebra Semester 2 is fully self-paced. It comprises 62 lessons (each about 45 minutes) with a recommended pace of four lessons per week.  Each lesson features a video that walks students through concepts, paired with interactive Desmos activities or worksheets, and occasional quizzes or unit assessments.  The topics include functions, associations in data, volume and surface area, exponents and scientific notation, and the Pythagorean theorem and irrational numbers.  In everyday homeschooling, a parent would set aside about 45 minutes per session: the student watches the video, works through the linked interactive or worksheet material, and then answers reflection or assessment questions. Because the curriculum is “open-and-go,” parents don’t need to design the lessons—just monitor progress, assist when a student is stuck, and guide discussion or review as needed. If a student hits difficulty, they can pause and revisit earlier material. If they work ahead, they may proceed at their own pace.

Pre-Algebra Semester 2 is for learners who have already covered the foundation topics from Semester 1 (transformations, similarity, basic equations, linear systems) and are ready to explore functions, data relationships, exponents, irrational numbers, volume and surface area, and the Pythagorean theorem. It’s ideal for students who thrive in a discovery-based, interactive environment and want to deepen their algebraic understanding in a structured, self-paced way.

This course is not a good fit for students who have not yet mastered the Semester 1 topics or lack fluency with prior algebraic skills. If a student struggles significantly with basic algebraic thinking or is not comfortable with operations on expressions, they may find the pace challenging. Also, those who prefer very traditional, drill-heavy instruction may find the exploratory style less straightforward.

The course combines video-led lessons, interactive Desmos explorations, paper-based practice, quizzes, and discussions to engage multiple modalities. Learners with ADHD or on the autism spectrum benefit from structured rhythm and activity variety. Dyslexic learners can rely on audio-visual explanations and interactive rather than text-heavy lessons. Students with dyscalculia gain from scaffolded visuals and repeated conceptual reinforcement. Gifted or 2e learners can accelerate through known material and dig deeper into extension tasks. The self-paced design allows learners to pause, revisit lessons, or slow down as needed to meet their individual learning needs.

Science  Mom and Math Dad very well for gifted and 2e learners, offering engaging, rigorous science exploration with flexibility to differentiate. For profoundly gifted kids, it’s a strong starter—pair with deeper extracurricular projects or independent research to meet their advanced needs.

Gifted learners appreciate the in-depth explanations and real-world science, which are great for skill-building like note-taking even when content isn’t fully new.

Twice-exceptional (2e) or accelerated students can still benefit, especially when pairing familiar topics with scaffolded academic techniques.

Profoundly gifted students seeking autonomy and depth will find the self-paced, inquiry-driven structure supportive; however, they may need more complexity or opportunities for independent extension beyond the provided material.

If the course isn't a good fit, just email us for a refund. The most important outcome is a positive learning experience.