Math Pathways & Pitfalls K–8 intervention curriculum, developed at WestEd, is founded on core principles for how children learn mathematics and a vision of rigorous and equitable academic achievement. In scientific research studies, Math Pathways & Pitfalls significantly increased the academic achievement of diverse students in all grades tested.

• Use with the core curriculum or after-school, intersession, and resource programs
• Address key number and numeration standards (with algebraic reasoning)
• Foster academic language development

In recent research, Math Pathways & Pitfalls increased academic achievement for the full sample as well as subgroups of Latino/a students, English learners, and English-proficient students. These findings indicate that using Math Pathways & Pitfalls for two years (15 hours per year):

• Raises standardized mathematics test scores. Effect sizes were as high as .40 for English learners and .29 for Latino/a students on standardized mathematics tests in English.
• Positively impacts mathematical language development. Scores on project-designed mathematical language assessments increased substantially (effect sizes .53–.76).

Math Pathways & Pitfalls strategies can be implemented with the intervention curriculum materials only, or in combination with our professional development.

Download an informational booklet (PDF) for a quick overview, or view sample lessons from our Samples page.

Contact Math Pathways & Pitfalls at 510.302.4249.