Wisconsin State Standards in
Math
Mathematical Processes: Students in
Wisconsin will draw on a broad body of
mathematical knowledge and apply a
variety of mathematical skills and
strategies, including reasoning, oral and
written communication, and the use of
appropriate technology, when solving
mathematical, real-world* and nonroutine* problems.
Number Operations and Relationships:
Students in Wisconsin will use numbers
effectively for various purposes, such as
counting, measuring, estimating, and
problem solving.
Geometry: Students in Wisconsin will be
able to use geometric concepts,
relationships and procedures to interpret,
represent, and solve problems.
Measurement: Students in Wisconsin will
select and use appropriate tools (including
technology) and techniques to measure
things to a specified degree of accuracy.
They will use measurements in problemsolving situations.
Math Standards (A.4.1)
Information and Technology Literacy Standards (ITL
A.4.1)
All Standards located at DPI Website
http://www.dpi.state.wi.us/dpi/standards/index.html
Kindergarten
Mathematical Processes
 Exploring, copying and developing
patterns. (A.4.1)
 Making picture and bar graphs. (A.4.2)
 Use numbers in daily activities. (A.4.3)
 Understand and apply symbol and
vocabulary words using prior
knowledge. (A.4.4)
 Solve problems by sequencing events.
(A.4.5)
Number Operations and Relationships
 Count to 100. (B.4.1)
 Count by 2’s, 5’s and 10’s to 100.
(B.4.2)
 Read and write the numbers in order 1
– 100. (B.4.3)
 Identify equal groups and halves.
(B.4.4)
 Estimating and joining groups. (B.4.5)
 Identify tools for measuring. (B.4.6.)
 Recognize that money is used in real
life situations. (B.4.7)
Statistics and Probability: Students in
Wisconsin will use data collection and
analysis, statistics and probability in
problem-solving situations, employing
technology where appropriate.
Geometry
 Recognize, identify and sort basic
shapes. (C.4.1)
 Use pattern blocks to make shapes.
(C.4.2)
 Identify positions. (C.4.3)
 Identify left and right. (C.4.4)
Algebraic Relationships: Students in
Wisconsin will discover, describe, and
generalize simple and complex patterns
and relationships. In the context of realworld problem situations, the student will
use algebraic techniques to define and
describe the problem to determine and
justify appropriate solutions.
Measurement
 Identify tools for measurement.
(D.4.1)
 Tell time to the hour and one halfhour. (D.4.3.)
 Compare hot and cold, heavier and
lighter. (D.4.4.)
The School District of White Lake does not
discriminate on the basis of age, sex, religion,
national origin, ancestry, creed, sexual
orientation, pregnancy, marital or parental status,
physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.
Statistics and Probability
 Make simple charts and graphs.
(E.4.1)
 Collect data from daily activities.
(E.4.2)
 Interpret simple graphs. (E.4.3)
Algebraic Relationships
 Identify and extend patterns (F.4.1)
 Explore the concepts of addition and
subtractions. (F.4.2)
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Distinguish between “more” and “less.”
(F.4.5)
First Grade
Mathematical Processes
 Solve problems by finding a pattern.
(A.4.1)
 Use picture clues. (A.4.2)
 Tie in mathematical learning with
daily, personal experience. (A.4.3)
(ITL C.4.1, C.4.4, D.4.1, D.4.2)
 Be familiar with Math vocabulary terms
and symbols learned previously.
(A.4.4)
 Perform and explain how to do number
stories. (A.4.5) (ITL B.4.1, D.4.1,
Dl.4.2)
Number Operations and Relationships
 Break down a number into 1’s and
10’s. (B.4.1)
 Group items in sets by 1’s, 2’s, 5’s and
10’s. (B.4.2)
 Practice estimation with problems
(B.4.2)
 Read, write and put in order numbers
1-100 (B.4.3)
 Identify and be able to divide a whole
into halves, fourths, sixths and
eighths. (B.4.4)
 Use whole numbers and be able to tell
whether to add or subtract in a
problem. (B.4.5)
Geometry
 Name solid and plane figures. (circles,
squares, rectangles, triangles,
spheres, rectangular prisms, cubes)
(C.41)
 Identify number of sides and corners
in plane figures. (C.4.1)
 Describe symmetry and identify
examples. (C.4.2)
 Describe objects by position. (C.4.3)
Measurement
 Develop and build conceptual
understanding of measuring length,
liquid, time, weight and temperature.
(D.4.1)
 Identify the value of a penny, nickel,
dime, quarter and dollar. (D.4.1)
 Count and substitute coin
combinations of different values.
(D.4.1)
 Read temperature on a thermometer,
inches and centimeters on a ruler, and
tell time to the hour and half hour.
(D.4.3)
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Measure and compare length to the
nearest half-inch or centimeter.
(D.4.4)
Statistics and Probability
 Collect data from real-life situations
and draw conclusions. (E.4.1)
(ITL B.4.2, B.4.3, C.4.1, C.4.3, C.4.4,
D.4.1, D.4.2)
 Obtain information from graphs, tables
and charts. (E.4.3) (ITL C.4.1, C.4.3,
D.4.1)
 Recognize possible outcomes in
problem solving using the words more,
less, certain, maybe and impossible.
(E.4.4)
Algebraic Relationships
 Solve adding and subtracting problems
using boxes for missing numbers.
(F.4.1)
 Demonstrate the correct use of the
equal sign. (F.4.2)
 Work with finding missing numbers in
a set pattern. (F.4.3)
 Describe solutions strategies when
changing a quantity in one part of a
problem and determine how it effects
another. (F.4.4)
 Recognize the associative property of
addition. (F.4.5)
Second Grade
Mathematical Processes
 Solve daily word problems based on
real life events. (Problem of the Day)
(A.4.1, A.4.3)(ITL A.4.2, A.4.4)
 Identify the operation (+ -) needed to
solve a problem. (A.4.1)
 Use information from a graph to solve
problems. (A.4.2, E.4.1)(ITL B.4.6)
 Use Mathematics as a way to
understand other areas in the
curriculum. (A.4.3)
 Write a number sentence to represent
a situation. (A.4.4)
 Explain and support how a numerical
problem was solved. (A.4.5)
Number Operations
 Represent and explain whole numbers
using manipulatives. (B.4.1)
 Write 2 and 3 digit numbers in place
value and expanded notation. (B.4.1)
 Sort objects and count by 2,s, 3,s, 4,s
5,s and 10,s. (B.4.2, F.4.3)
 Read and write numbers to 1,000.
(B.4.2, B4.3)
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Identify and use ordinal numbers. (1st,
2nd ,3rd ) (B.4.3)
Read, write and illustrate fractions.
(B.4.4)
Solve addition and subtractions facts
to 18. (B.4.5) (ITL A.4.1, A.4.4, C.4.3)
Add using 3 addends. (B.4.5)
Add and subtract using fact families.
(B.4.5)(ITL A.4.1, A.4.4, C.4.3)
Add and subtract 2 and 3 digit
numbers with and without regrouping.
(B.4.5)
Check addition and subtraction
problems. (B.4.5)
Explore multiplication and division.
(B.4.5) (ITL A.4.4, C.4.3)
Differentiate between odd and even
numbers. (B.4.5)
Geometry
 Identify two-dimensional figures.
(circle, square, triangle, rectangle)
(C.4.1)
 Identify three-dimensional figures.
(sphere, cylinder, cone, cube,
rectangular prism, pyramid) (C.4.1)
 Identify 2 and 3 dimensional figures in
the environment. (C.4.1)
 Identify the properties of 2 and 3
dimensional figures. (sides, angles,
edges, faces, vertices) (C.4.1)
 Use pattern blocks to create shapes.
(C.4.1)
 Find the perimeter of two-dimensional
shapes. (C.4.1)
 Recognize symmetry in shapes.
(C.4.2)
 Compare and contrast 2 and 3
dimensional figures. (C.4.3)
 Use coordinate systems to find
locations on maps. (C.4.4)
Measurement
 Use thermometers to measure
temperature in C and F. (D.4.1,
D.4.3 D.4.4)
 Measure length to nearest ½ inch and
nearest centimeter. (D.4.1, D.4.2,
D.4.4)
 Measure capacity in cups, pints,
quarts, gallons, and liters. (D.4.4)
 Measure mass in ounces, pounds,
grams, and kilograms. (D.4.4)
 Tell time to the nearest 5 minutes.
(D.4.4)
 Count money combinations using
coins and bills. (D.4.4)
 Determine measurements by using
perimeter, area and approximate
measurements by using estimation
techniques. (D.4.5)
Statistics and Probability
 Read and interpret bar graphs, tally
graphs and pictographs. (E.4.1)
(ITL B.4.6)
 Understand that observations about
objects or events can be organized
and displayed in simple graphs.
(E.4.1)
 Collect, organize and display data
(E.4.2)
 Identify the mode and range in a set a
data. (E.4.2)
 In problem-solving situations read,
extract, and use information presented
in graphs, tables or charts. (E.4.3)
 Determine if future events are more,
less or equally likely to occur. (E.4.4)
 Predict outcomes of future events and
test predictions using data from a
variety of sources. (E.4.5)
Algebraic Relationships
 Use letters, boxes, or any symbols to
stand for any number in a number
sentence. (F.4.1)
 Use mathematical symbols correctly in
a number sentence. (+, -, =) (F.4.2)
 Recognize and extend number
patterns. (F.4.3)
 Solve simple equations by using
different methods. (manipulatives,
guess and check strategies, recall of
number facts) (F.4.5)
 Recognize and use the commutative
and associative properties of addition.
(F.4.6)
Third Grade
Mathematical Processes:
 Use reasoning abilities to perceive
patterns, identify relationships and
test reasonableness of results. (A.4.1)
 Draw pictures to represent problems
such as story problems, multiplication,
division, charts and tables. (A.4.2)
 Connect mathematical learning with
other subjects, and personal
experiences. (A.4.3)
 Use appropriate mathematical
vocabulary, symbols and notation with
understanding based on prior
conceptual work. (A.4.4)
 Explain solutions to problems clearly
and logically in oral and written work
and support solutions with evidence.
(A.4.5)
Number Operations and Relationships:
 Use number lines to describe whole
numbers, and symbolic renaming.
(43= 40+3). (B.4.1)
 Determine the number of things by
grouping and counting by 2’s, 5’s 10’s
and 100’s, combining and arranging
things in a set. (B.4.2)
 Read, write and order whole numbers
to the hundred thousands place. Use
simple fractions, and commonly used
decimals (monetary units), and
compare these numbers using < and
>. (B.4.3) (ITL A.4.1)
 Identify and represent equivalent
fractions for halves, fourths, and
eighths, and read mixed numbers.
(B.4.4)
 Solve real-world problems involving
addition, subtraction, multiplication
and division, estimation, and explore
rounding off to the nearest
thousand.(B.4.5) (ITL A.4.2, A.4.4)
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Add and subtract 4-digit numbers
with and without regrouping, and add
3 or more addends up to 4
digits.(B.4.5)
 Multiply and divide problems involving
factors of 0 -10. (B.4.5)(ITL A.4.1)
 Explore 3-digit multiplication by 1
digit, and 3-digit division by 1 digit
with remainders. (B.4.5)(ITL.A.4.2)
 Add and subtract fractions with like
denominators. (B.4.6)
 In problem situations involving money,
add and subtract decimals. (B.4.7)
(ITL B.4.1)
Geometry
 Name 2- and 3- dimensional figures,
identifying, classifying and labeling
squares circles, triangles, rectangles,
spheres, cubes, pyramids, cones,
cylinders, and rectangular prisms.
(C.4.1)
 Identify 3- dimensional figures in the
environment. (C.4.1)
 Recognize and draw lines of symmetry
in squares, circles, triangles, and
rectangles. (C.4.2)
 Recognize when 2 shapes are
congruent and similar. (C.4.2)
 Draw lines that are parallel and
perpendicular, lines that intersect.
(C4.2)
 Explore properties of 3 dimensional
figures such as edges, faces, and
vertices. (C.4.3)
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Use simple 2-dimensional coordinate
systems to find locations on maps and
to represent points and simple figures.
(C.4.4)
Measurement
 Understand the basic characteristics of
weights and how they are measured.
(D.4.2)
 Order and measure things found in
everyday experience.(D.4.2)
 Use a table of measurement to convert
units within a system. (D.4.2)
 Estimate appropriate measurement to
check tested measurement. (D.4.2)
 Make effective use of a ruler, clock and
scale or balance for making customary
measurements. (D.4.3.)
 Use standard tools to measure length,
capacity, time, weight, temperature,
and volume in customary and metric
units. (inch, feet, yard, mile,
centimeter, meter, kilometer, cup,
pint, quart, gallon, liter, milliliter,
ounces, pounds, grams, kilograms,
Fahrenheit, Celsius) (D.4.4)
 Identify elapsed time. (D.4.4)
 Count money combinations using
coins, and bills; calculate and count
back change. (D.4.4)
 Find the perimeter and area of shapes.
(D.4.5)
Statistics and Probability
 Demonstrate the concept of
probability. (E.4.1)
 Collect, organize and display data.
(E.4.1)
 Read and construct line, circle, and bar
graphs. (E.4.1)
 Graph numbered pairs. (E.4.2)
 In problem solving situations, read,
extract and use information presented
in graphs, tables and charts. (E.4.3)
Algebraic Relationships
 Use letters, boxes or symbols to stand
for any number. (F.4.1)
 Use vocabulary, symbols, and notation
of algebra accurately. (Use of symbol
=, and associative property of
multiplication.) (F. 4.2)
 Recognize, describe and extend
number patterns. (F.4.3)
 Recognize variability by describing how
a change in one quantity can produce
a change in another. (F.4.4)
 Solve simple equations and describe
solution strategies. (F. 4.5)
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Use >, < and = with whole numbers,
decimals, and fractions.(F.4.5)
Recognize and use generalized
properties and relationships of
arithmetic. (Commutative and
associative properties of addition and
multiplication.) (F.4.6)
Fourth Grade
Returned all borrowed materials on time.
(ITL D 4.2)
Respect the ideas of others. (ITL D4.1)
Share information and ideas with others.
(ITL D 4.1)
Mathematical Processes (Problem Solving)
 Solve word problems involving
multiple steps (A 4.1)
 Decide whether an answer is
sensible (A 4.1, A 4.5)
 Make a table as a strategy for
problem solving. (A 4.2)
 Evaluate the appropriate amount of
information needed to solve a
problem (A 4.3)
 Choose appropriate operation (+, , x, /) (A 4.4)
Number Operations and Relationships
 Read and write a whole number
with correct place value.(B 4.1)
 Add and subtract multiple-digit
numbers with and without
regrouping. (B 4.2, B 4.5)
 Solve multiplication and division
problem. (B 4.5)
 Add and subtract fractions. (B 4.6)
 Round and estimate answers.
(B 4.2)
 Compare, order, add, and subtract
whole numbers and decimals.
(B 4.3, B 4.5, B 4.7)
Geometry
 Identify symmetrical and
congruent figures. (C 4.2)
 Identify different types of angle.
(C 4.1)
 Use appropriate geometrical
terminology, such as congruent,
polygon, and slide.
(C 4.1, C 4.3)
 Calculate the perimeter and area.
(C 4.2, C 4.4, D 4.5)
Measurement
 Use appropriate terminology for
measuring. (D 4.1)
 Calculate the volume of a solid
shape. (D 4.1, D 4.2)
 Calculate and count back monetary
change. (D 4.3)
Read and interpret measuring
instruments. (D 4.3)
Statistics and Probability
 Graph numbered pairs. (E4.1)
 Collect, organize and display data
on graphs. (E 4.1, E 4.3, E 4.4)
 Describe a set of data. (E4.5, F
4.4)
 Write the probability of a given
outcome. (E 4.5, F 4.4)
Algebraic Relationships
 Use letters, boxes, or other
symbols to represent any number
in an equation. (F 4.1)
 Solve equations and describe
solutions strategies. (F. 4.5)
 Use >, <, and = with whole
numbers, decimals, and fractions.
(F 4.2, F 4.6)
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Fifth Grade
Returned all borrowed materials on time.
(ITL D 8.2)
Use time efficiently. (ITL D 8.1)
Mathematical Operations
Solve problems including those that
involve:
 Finding needed information and
multi-step solutions.
 Use guess and check, testing and
revising.
 Working backward and making a
table.
 Making diagrams.
 Interpreting the quotient and
remainder.
 Choosing the correct operation and
identifying extra information.
 Conduct an experiment.
Number Operations
 Read, write, compare, and simplify
rational numbers such as decimals,
fractions and whole numbers.
(B 8.1, B 8.3)
 Read, write, and simplify
equivalent decimals to
thousandths, fractions, and
percents. (8.3)
 Read, write, and rename mixed
numbers. (B 8.1, B 8.3)
 Find the greatest common factor or
least common multiple. (B 8.6)
 Compare and order fractions and
mixed numbers. (B 8.3 B 8.4)
 Determine if two ratios are equal
and find the missing term given to
equivalent ratios. (B 8.5)
Multiply whole numbers with 2digit factors, decimals, and
fractions (B 8.2, B 8.3)
 Divide whole numbers by 2-digit
divisors; decimals by whole
numbers. (B 8.2)
 Estimate products for decimal
factors. (B 8.7)
 Add and subtract fractions or
mixed numbers with like and unlike
denominators. (B 8.2)
 Estimate sums and differences of
mixed numbers. (B 8.7)
Geometry
 Identify lines, line segments, and
rays including intersecting, parallel,
and perpendicular lines. (C 8.1, C
8.2)
 Classify, draw, and measure angles
and name their sides and vertices.
(C 8.3)
 Transform plane figures or identify
how a figure is transformed.
(C 8.4)
 Identify congruent, similar, and
symmetrical figures. (C 8.1, C
8.2))
Measurement
 Use a simple calculator to solve a
problem. (ITL A 8.1)
 Determine measurement directly
using standard units. (D 8.3)
 Find the perimeter and area of
rectangular figures. (D 8.4)
 Demonstrates understanding of
basic measurement. (D 8.2, D 8.3,
D8.4)
 Find the areas of triangles and
parallelograms. (D 8.4)
Statistics and Probability
 Find mean, median, mode, and
range of data. (E8.3)
 Predict outcomes based on
theoretical and empirical
probability. (E 8.7)
 Display data using tables, graphs,
charts, or plots. (E. 8.1, E 8.2, E
8.3)
Algebraic Relationships
 Apply the commutative and
identity properties of addition and
multiplication. (F 8.1, F 8.5)
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Sixth Grade
Returned all borrowed materials on time.
(ITL D 8.2)
Use time efficiently. (ITL D 8.1)
Mathematical Processes
Solve problems that include the following:
Choosing the correct process using
various strategies. (A 8.1, A 8.4)
 Read and understand mathematical
instructional material in another
context. (A 8.6)
Number Operations and Relationships
 Read, write, and interpret various
rational numbers. (B 8.1)
 Compare and order whole
numbers, decimals and fractions.
(B 8.4)
 Multiply and divide using whole
numbers, decimals, percents and
fractions. (B 8.1, B 8.3)
 Interpret divisibility rules and find
the greatest common factor and
least common multiple. (B 8.6)
 Identify exponents and write into
standard form. (B 8.1)
 Multiply and divide using multidigit numbers. (B 8.2)
 Explain equivalencies among
fractions, decimals, and percents.
(B.8.3)
Geometry
 Demonstrate various types of lines
including concepts of intersecting,
parallel, and perpendicular. (C 8.1,
C 8.2)
 Name, draw and measure angles.
(C 8.1, C 8.2, C 8.3)
 Identify congruent, similar, and
symmetrical figures. (C.8.1, C.8.2)
 Identify various types of geometric
shapes and use relationships
among the component parts.
(C 8.2, C 8.4)
Measurement
 Find the perimeter and area of
figures. (D 8.4)
 Demonstrate understanding of
basic measurement facts using the
metric system and US Customary
units. (D 8.2)
 Use formulas to find
measurements. (D8.4)
Statistics and Probability
 Relate percents, fractions, and
decimals. (E 8.7)
 Develop graphs and diagrams to
make predictions. (E 8.2)
Algebraic Relationships
 Evaluate algebraic expressions.
(F 8.1)
 Solve one-step equations. (F 8.1)
 Recognize and use properties of
addition and multiplication. (F 8.5)
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