Math-U-See Pre-Algebra
Math-U-See keeps it simple and smart—clear pages, short lessons, and a mastery approach that helps math make sense from the very start! Already have a Demme Learning subscription? Customize math to remove the extra subscription card.
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2026 Seventh-Grade Curriculum Kit
Math-U-See Pre-Algebra
Pre-Algebra bridges the gap between arithmetic and higher-level mathematics, helping students develop the skills and confidence needed for algebra and beyond. Through a mastery-based approach, students learn to work with increasingly abstract concepts while continuing to build strong problem-solving abilities.In Pre-Algebra, your student will explore negative numbers, exponents, order of operations, radicals, absolute value, rational and irrational numbers, and introductory algebraic concepts. Students learn to analyze relationships, solve increasingly complex problems, and develop the mathematical reasoning needed for future success.
Additional topics include the Pythagorean Theorem, surface area, volume, temperature conversions, military time, polynomials, coordinate graphing, and real-world applications. These lessons strengthen both computational skills and conceptual understanding while preparing students for formal algebra studies.
Like all Math-U-See levels, Pre-Algebra introduces concepts one at a time and emphasizes mastery before moving forward. Video instruction, visual demonstrations, and incremental practice help students understand why mathematical procedures work rather than simply memorizing steps.
Instructional videos and teacher resources are accessed through Math-U-See's Essential Plan. Each subscription includes 2 course credits, supports up to 5 student seats, and provides access to activated levels for one year.
Designed for students who have mastered decimals, percentages, and ratios, Math-U-See Pre-Algebra provides a strong foundation in mathematical reasoning and prepares learners for Algebra 1 and other advanced mathematics courses.
(Need help picking a level? We’ve got placement tests ready for you.)
Look inside this book and read through a lesson to see how it might work for your family.
How to Use Math-U-See
- Begin each lesson by watching the instructional video. You can watch it ahead of time and teach the concept yourself, or view it together with your student. The videos introduce each new concept step by step and demonstrate the Math-U-See approach in action.
- Before teaching, review the online teacher resources included through the Essential Plan. These materials provide teaching notes, practice suggestions, and answers, but most parents find that a quick review is all that's needed before getting started.
- After the lesson, choose the worksheets that best fit your student's level of understanding. Each lesson includes seven worksheets labeled A–G. Start with Worksheet A to introduce the concept, then add additional worksheets as needed for practice and review.
- Many families find that completing Worksheets A, D, and G provides a good balance of instruction, review, and challenge. However, one of Math-U-See's strengths is its flexibility. Students who need more practice can complete additional worksheets, while students who quickly master a concept can move ahead.
- Plan on completing approximately one lesson each week. With 30 lessons in the course, this pace allows ample time for instruction, practice, review, and mastery throughout the school year. If a concept needs more time, don't hesitate to slow down. Math-U-See is designed around mastery, not speed.
- Use manipulatives and visual demonstrations whenever appropriate. These tools help students develop a strong conceptual understanding before moving to more abstract mathematical thinking.
- By moving at your student's pace and focusing on mastery rather than memorization, you'll build the conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills needed for higher-level mathematics.
The Essential Learning Set includes 1-Year Essential Plan Subscription Access, a Student Pack, and Integer Blocks.
Purchase this set if you have never taught Math-U-See before.
Universal Set
The Universal Set includes 1-Year Essential Plan Subscription Access, a Student Pack, Integer Blocks, and a printed Instructor Manual.
Purchase this set if you have never taught Math-U-See before, and feel like you would benefit from having a printed Instructor Manual.
Level Up Set (Digital Instructor Version) with Decimal Insert Kit
The Level Up Set (Digital Instructor Version) with Decimal Insert Kit includes 1-Year Essential Plan Subscription Access, a Student Pack, and Decimal Insert Kit manipulatives.
Please note: Integer Blocks required. Purchase this set if you already own Integer Blocks.
Level Up Set (Printed Instructor Version) with Decimal Insert Kit
The Level Up Set (Printed Instructor Version) with Decimal Insert Kit includes 1-Year Essential Plan Subscription Access, a Student Pack, Instruction Manual, and Decimal Insert Kit manipulatives.
Please note: Integer Blocks required. Purchase this set if you already own Integer Blocks.
Level Up Base Set (Digital Instructor Version)
The Level Up Base Set (Digital Instructor Version) includes 1-Year Essential Plan Subscription Access and a Student Pack.
Please note: Integer Blocks and Decimal Insert Kit required. Purchase this set if you already own Integer Blocks and Decimal Insert Kit.
Level Up Base Set (Printed Instructor Version)
The Level Up Base Set (Printed Instructor Version) includes 1-Year Essential Plan Subscription Access, a printed Instructor Manual, and a Student Pack.
Please note: Integer Blocks and Decimal Insert Kit required. Purchase this set if you already own Integer Blocks and Decimal Insert Kit.
Student Pack
The Student Pack includes the Student Workbook and Tests. The Student Pack is suitable for families with a second student.
Please note: Integer Blocks, Decimal Insert Kit, and Instructor Materials required. Purchase this set if you already own Integer Blocks, Decimal Insert Kit, and 1-Year Essential Plan Subscription - Access Card.
Printed Instructor Manual Only
Printed Instructor Manual Only is a printed copy of the Instructor Manual for those who prefer to have it in print rather than online, or both.
This would typically be for those who purchased the Essential Set and realized they would like to have a printed book as well. If you want a bundle that includes a printed manual, order the Universal Set or the Level Up Set (Printed Instructor Version).
DVD Only
DVD Only is the level DVD with the Lesson Videos.
This is no longer included in any of the Math-U-See bundles. It can only be purchased separately.
1-Year Essential Plan Subscription - Access Card Only
To purchase 12-month online access to instruction videos and online instruction manual as well as other resources, click here.
A note from Demme Learning: If you already have an active Demme Learning subscription, have already purchased a Math-U-See set that includes a subscription card, or have purchased a subscription card individually, please review the following before purchasing.
- The Demme Learning online subscription platform only allows one active subscription per account at a time.
- Subscriptions cannot be stacked, combined, or applied simultaneously to extend duration or unlock additional courses/students.
- If you currently have an active subscription or are purchasing multiple sets/cards, you will not be able to redeem a second code until your current subscription expires.
Publisher's Information
Publisher: Demme Learning
Series: Math-U-See
Age Recommendation: 12+
Grade Recommendation: 7th+
Faith-Based: No
Consumable: No (Instruction Pack, Integer Block Kit), Yes (Student Pack)
Copyright: 2009
Lessons: 30
CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Pre-Algebra Overview:
Pre-Algebra Lesson 3 Sample:
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Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this product below:
Math-U-See has transitioned from lifetime access to a one-year subscription for its digital resources, including instructional videos and the online teacher manual.
This new subscription provides digital access for two levels and up to five students. Depending on your family’s needs, this may offer more flexibility than the previous level-by-level lifetime access model.
One of the strengths of this plan is its flexibility. Your students are not locked into a single level. If a student finishes a level early or needs to go back and review an earlier one, you can swap a course credit to a different level right from your dashboard, up to once every 30 days. Because the plan includes two credits, a family with two students in different levels can often cover both with one subscription. When a student is ready to move up, you simply purchase the physical materials for the next level and swap the credit. As long as your subscription is active, there is no new subscription to buy to keep going.
For more information, view our 1-Year Essential Plan Subscription Access page.
Math-U-See is a skills-based program that focuses on student mastery of a concept before progressing to the next concept. Because of this, it is not aligned with the common core and, therefore, may not meet the requirements of state standardized tests.
In other words, Math-U-See covers topics in a logical sequence, which may not exactly correlate with the more scattered assortment of skills that are typical for each grade. Parents who wish to compare the Common Core State Standards for kindergarten through sixth grade with the content taught in Math-U-See can do so here.
Most families find it more convenient for both children to have their own set of Integer Blocks. However, you can stick with one set to ease the budget if your students don't mind taking turns as needed.
Your subscription includes a PDF of the Instruction Manual, so every page from the physical book is there in digital form. Pick a lesson and you'll find the menu just below the lesson video: Lesson Instruction (the PDF of the lesson pages), Solutions (the PDF solutions to the Student Workbook), and other Resources. The virtual manipulatives are in the Digital Toolbox.
If you chose the Printed Instructor's Manual instead, those same pages are in your book.
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- August 3, 2026
Elizabeth L.
We’ve stuck with MUS since kindergarten. Steve feels like a member of the family at this point. He’s an excellent teacher that gives lots of helpful hints and tips. I love that all the lessons have the same format and they review each week so it stays fresh in their mind.
- November 5, 2025
Loving it!
Elle
My oldest struggles with math and after the first lesson, they told me that they learned a new trick and it made so much more sense. Using this curriculum has made me produce less gray hair 🤣 joking of course but I feel way less stress because my oldest doesn’t fight me on doing school anymore.
- October 28, 2025
Kayla N.
We love Math-U-See. This program makes it so easy for my daughter to learn and enjoy math.
- June 27, 2024
Love Math-U-See
Heather J.
Math-U-See is now our go to math curriculum. Very clear to understand, great online support, lots of practice work, and reviews of previous lessons.
- May 24, 2024
Great Product!
Melissa H.
I love Math-U-See! The program is wonderful and gives me the confidence that I am teaching my kids in the correct way. Steve Demme is such a great teacher and explains things in a simple way the really helps the kids understand the lessons. I recommend 100%. We have been using Math-U-See since the Primer edition, and this one is the same amazing quality as all of the previous.
- March 30, 2023
Love Math U See
Melinda H.
We have used Math U See for 3 years now. Pre-Algebra has been a breeze this year due to the way this program is set up. My son follows Steve Demme in the videos for each lesson, and then works through the week or until the concept is mastered. We will continue to use this program up through high school.
- March 29, 2023
Love it!
Kaitlin T.
Consistent with the quality of the prior levels and not scary at all!!
- August 1, 2022
Great math curriculum!
Diana L.
Love Math u see. Haven't used this level yet but Purchased this in advance knowing we will be continuing with this program in the future. My daughter loves the teacher on the dvds.
- October 16, 2021
Love Math U See
Carrie M.
My daughter was really nervous to start Pre-Algebra but Math U See makes everything approachable. She is feeling more confident and doesn't dread the next lesson. It's a definite win at our house with all 3 kids from ages 17 to 9. Math isn't any of their favorite subjects, but they are successful in this program.
- June 28, 2021
We love Math-U-See!
Jenny K.
We've used Math-U-See for years now, and multiple children, and while learning math is always going to be more of a challenge for some children than others, at least it makes it teachable for mom! Love it. And so do the children.
