Each episode takes our heroes on a thrilling adventure driven by a different math concept. From tackling time in ancient Egyptian tombs to cracking codes in creepy caves, kids learn that math is everywhere and fun to use! And even more important for grown-ups, each episode is centered on a core math standard developed by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM). As a multimedia project, CYBERCHASE shows kids that math is everywhere and everyone can be good at it! The series and supporting web games, lesson plans, and activities encourage kids to see, think, and do mathematics in their world.
The overall goals of CYBERCHASE are:
- to foster enthusiasm for math in the critical years when too many children decide they do not like or are not good at the subject;
- to model math reasoning and help children improve their problem-solving skills;
- to demonstrate the usefulness of math; and
- to inspire all children to approach math with confidence and a "can-do" attitude.
Whether at home, in the classroom, or at an after-school group, these engaging hands-on lessons and activities bring CYBERCHASE to your favorite fans. And since each activity is rooted in the NCTM standards, in addition to the fun, you can expect lots of math learning in every activity.
