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Core Curriculum
Math futures made bright
Unlock math mastery from Transitional Kindergarten through Algebra 1 with discourse-rich instruction, hands-on learning, and robust multilingual supports.
California math curriculum built with real-world tasks and lasting outcomes
Into Math® California for Transitional Kindergarten–Algebra 1 is a high-quality math curriculum built around the California Mathematics Framework and its Big Ideas. Available in both print and digital formats, the program builds conceptual understanding, supports problem solving, and develops procedural fluency.
Math that sparks curiosity
Hands-on learning and student-led discourse make math engaging, joyful, and meaningful.
Equity-first design for California’s diverse classrooms
Built-in language supports, culturally relevant content, and inclusive tasks ensure students feel seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.
Built for teachers, loved by students
With consistent lesson structure and intuitive supports, Into Math California empowers every teacher to teach with confidence, so students can experience math that feels meaningful and connected to their world.
Student experience
Real-world connections
Students explore math’s diverse roots, history, culture, and careers, connecting classroom learning to California’s communities and future workforce.
Data-driven discovery
Help students make sense of math through data. Students work with authentic datasets and Tuva Labs tools to explore, analyze, and apply math in everyday contexts.
Personalized adaptive support for every learner
Skill-based AI delivers personalized practice to meet each learner where they are—offering just-right challenges and playful opportunities to build fluency along the way.
TEACHER EXPERIENCE
AI tools that support teachers when they need it
Curriculum-informed AI tools on HMH Ed™ streamline planning, scaffolding, assessment, and caregiver communication, saving time and enhancing instruction.
Real-time insights into student performance
Interactive whole-class presentations use AI to summarize student responses in the moment, allowing teachers to quickly address the needs of each learner.
Every lesson encourages language growth
Dr. Kate Kinsella’s language routines and the Language Development Resource Guide, aligned to California’s ELD standards, help teachers build academic vocabulary.
Expert-guided materials ensure equitable learning
Through in-depth consultation and review, English Language Success Forum (ELSF) experts in English learners and K–12 math guided the Into Math California curriculum developers to address the linguistic and cultural needs of English learners.
Personalized professional development for teachers and leaders
Personalized coaching. Real results.
HMH Coachly® connects educators with expert coaches for live, year-round 1:1 instructional coaching available on HMH Ed™. Teachers receive support in planning, goal setting, assessment, classroom management, and more, building teacher confidence and improving student outcomes. Leaders can align coaching with district goals, while also monitoring program implementation.
Program-aligned courses
We offer professional learning grounded in research and best practices:
- Built-in alignment: Professional development courses for teachers connect directly to HMH program resources, ensuring a seamless transition from integration to daily instruction.
- Implementation support: Educators receive evidence-based support for effective program implementation.
Year-round support
Educators can access implementation support on Ed.
- For teachers: Teacher Success Pathways and Teacher’s Corner® offer unlimited access to live and on-demand sessions, videos, model lessons and related resources.
- For leaders: Leader’s Corner® features live and on-demand events, plus tools for leading a successful implementation.
Building capacity for long-term success
The Center for Model Schools, led by former superintendents and district leaders, supports leadership development and sustainable growth through:
- Leadership coaching for new educators
- Proven strategies and continuous learning
- The 5Essentials® Framework from UChicago Impact®
- The annual Model Schools Conference
Our California math curriculum drives lasting outcomes.
Frequently asked questions
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1. What is Into Math California?
Into Math California is a comprehensive Transitional Kindergarten through Algebra 1 math curriculum designed specifically for California schools. It aligns with the California Mathematics Framework and emphasizes Big Ideas, discourse-rich lessons, and real-world problem solving.
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2. How is Into Math California aligned to the California Mathematics Framework?
Every lesson in Into Math California is built around the Framework’s vision for coherence, equity, and reasoning. It incorporates the Framework’s Big Ideas and Drivers of Investigation to support deep, connected learning.
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3. Does this program include Transitional Kindergarten (TK)?
Yes, Into Math California includes Transitional Kindergarten.
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4. What grade levels does Into Math California support?
The program supports Transitional Kindergarten through Algebra 1 (Grades TK–8), providing a consistent, coherent progression of learning across all grade levels.
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5. How does Into Math California support multilingual learners?
The program includes built-in supports like academic vocabulary routines, Math Language Routines (MLRs), Peer Coach videos, and point-of-use scaffolds developed in collaboration with experts, such as Dr. Kate Kinsella and the English Learners Success Forum (ELSF).
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6. Is this program available in Spanish?
Into Math California is available in a fully equitable, trans-adapted Spanish version.
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7. What makes Into Math California a high-quality instructional material (HQIM)?
Into Math California is built for California standards and grounded in best practices in instructional design. It promotes deep conceptual understanding through problem-based learning and rich discourse, supported by embedded assessments, digital tools, and multilingual resources. These elements build procedural fluency and help students apply their learning. Teachers benefit from embedded professional development that supports strong math instruction, all of which are key criteria for HQIM.
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8. Can the program be used in a digital, print, or blended classroom?
Yes. Teachers can implement Into Math California in fully digital, fully print, or blended environments using Ed, the digital platform that supports flexible instruction and data reporting.
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9. What kind of practice does this program include?
Into Math California includes a variety of practice opportunities, such as a Practice Plus workbook, personalized adaptive practice powered by a skill-based AI engine, and more.
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10. What assessment tools are included?
The program offers formative, summative, and interim assessments; real-time reporting dashboards; audio-supported checks; and adaptive practice for personalized learning.
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11. What professional development is available for teachers?
Teachers receive ongoing support through Getting Started sessions, Teacher Success Pathways, the Teacher’s Corner hub, and optional personalized coaching through Coachly.
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12. What types of manipulatives and materials are included?
Each grade level includes a comprehensive manipulative kit with essential tools for hands-on learning. The program also provides flipcharts, vocabulary cards, and both print and digital student and teacher editions.
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13. How does Into Math California support student engagement?
Into Math California engages students through inquiry-based tasks, multimodal learning tools, and language-rich routines that promote active participation, reasoning, and collaboration. It’s designed to build confidence and joy in math while aligning with the California Mathematics Framework.
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Into Math California Dr. Kate Kinsella Language Routines
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