Math and Problem Solving Help - Middle and Junior High School Math Tutors - Math Tutoring | Sylvan

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In middle school, Sylvan builds the problem solving skills your child needs for a lifetime of success.

At Sylvan, we'll create an individualized learning plan to help your child develop the skills and confidence to tackle tough problems and become a better math student. Contact us today to find out how our patient and caring elementary school math tutors can develop the following grade-level problem solving skills...and more!

Sixth grade
Seventh grade
Eighth grade

Sixth Grade

• Write and solve equations using ratios in word problems
• Solve one and two step word problems
• Determine the discount price and sales price
• Choose and use an appropriate problem solving strategy

Seventh Grade

• Solve word problems involving customary and metric measurement
• Solve simple interest problems using amount times rate times time
• Solve word problems involving distance, rate, and time
• Use logic to solve problems
• Solve word problems using proportional reasoning
• Solve geometry problems by making a drawing or diagram
• Choose and use an appropriate problem solving strategy

Eighth Grade

• Calculate unit rates or the unit cost using a proportion
• Determine compound interest
• Choose and use an appropriate problem solving strategy

Don't wait! Let Sylvan start building the skills and habits your child needs for math success. Contact us to learn more today!