Will this help with my child's Grade 6 math homework?

Yes. StudyPug covers the topics taught in Nova Scotia Grade 6 math classes. Your child can look up the exact concept they are stuck on and work through a video lesson and practice problems to get back on track.

How long are the video lessons?

Most video lessons are short and focused, typically a few minutes each. They are designed so your child can watch one lesson on a specific concept without having to sit through unrelated material, making it easy to fit into a busy evening.

Is there a provincial test for Grade 6 math in Nova Scotia?

Nova Scotia does administer provincial assessments, though the specific grades tested can change. Grade 6 is not a guaranteed assessment year, so check with your child's school for the most current information on any upcoming assessments.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers. Your child can switch between devices and pick up exactly where they left off, whether they are studying at home or on the go.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. StudyPug offers free sample lessons so you can explore the content before committing. There is also a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can sign up with confidence and get a full refund if it is not the right fit.

NS Grade 6 Math Curriculum

Give your child the support they need for Grade 6 math in Nova Scotia. Our lessons and practice problems follow what local schools teach, so your child can keep up and get ahead.

NS Grade 6 Math Curriculum

CO_IDCurriculum OutcomeStudyPug Topic

NS.CO.6.N01Demonstrate understanding of place value for numbers greater than one million and less than one-thousandth
- Place value
- Comparing and ordering numbers
- Rounding numbers
- Representing numbers: Cardinals
NS.CO.6.N02Solve problems involving whole numbers and decimal numbers
- Adding and subtracting decimals
- Multiplying decimals
- Dividing decimals
- Order of operations (PEMDAS)
- Multiplying decimals by integers
- Dividing decimals by integers
- Word problems for decimals and integers
NS.CO.6.N03Demonstrate understanding of factors and multiples, prime and composite numbers, solve problems using multiples and factors
- Prime factorization
- Greatest common factors (GCF)
- Least common multiple (LCM)
- Divisibility rules
- Determining common factors
- Determining common multiples
- Introduction to exponents
NS.CO.6.N04Relate improper fractions to mixed numbers and mixed numbers to improper fractions
- Adding and subtracting mixed numbers
- Comparing and Ordering Fractions
NS.CO.6.N05Demonstrate understanding of ratio concretely, pictorially, and symbolically
- Ratios
NS.CO.6.N06Demonstrate understanding of percent concretely, pictorially, and symbolically
- Representing percents
- Percents, fractions, and decimals
- Percent of a number
- Representing percents
- Converting between decimals, fractions, and percents
NS.CO.6.N07Demonstrate understanding of integers contextually, concretely, pictorially, and symbolically
- Introduction to integer addition
- Adding integers
- Introduction to integer subtraction
- Subtracting integers
- Application of integer operations
- Negative numbers and opposite numbers
NS.CO.6.N09Explain and apply order of operations excluding exponents with and without technology
- Arithmetic properties: Commutative property
- Arithmetic properties: Associative property
- Arithmetic properties: Identity property
- Arithmetic properties: Distributive property
NS.CO.6.PR01Demonstrate understanding of relationships within tables of values to solve problems
- Representing patterns in linear relations
- Reading linear relation graphs
- Identifying proportional relationships
NS.CO.6.PR02Represent and describe patterns and relationships using graphs and tables
- Patterns
- Graphing linear relations
- Patterns: Describing patterns using tables and solving variables
- Patterns: Applications of solving problems using patterns
NS.CO.6.PR03Represent generalizations arising from number relationships using equations with letter variables
- Evaluating algebraic expressions
NS.CO.6.PR04Demonstrate and explain meaning of preservation of equality concretely, pictorially, and symbolically
- Model and solve one-step linear equations: ax = b, x/a = b
- Solving two-step linear equations using addition and subtraction: ax + b = c
- Solving one - step equations: x + a = b
NS.CO.6.M01Demonstrate understanding of angles by identifying, classifying, estimating, determining, drawing, and labelling
- Metric systems
- Imperial systems
- Perpendicular bisectors
- Angle bisectors
NS.CO.6.M02Demonstrate that sum of interior angles is 180° in a triangle and 360° in a quadrilateral
- Classifying triangles
NS.CO.6.M03Develop and apply formulas for perimeter of polygons, area of rectangles, volume of right rectangular prisms
- Surface area of prisms
- Introduction to volume
- Volume of prisms
- Area and perimeter of rectangles
- Area and perimeter of triangles
- Area and perimeter of parallelograms
- Introduction to volume of rectangular prisms
NS.CO.6.G02Describe and compare sides and angles of regular and irregular polygons
- Parallel and perpendicular line segments
NS.CO.6.G03Perform combination of translation, rotation, reflection on a single 2-D shape, draw and describe the image
- Introduction to transformations
NS.CO.6.G04Perform combination of successive transformations of 2-D shapes to create a design and identify transformations
- Understanding tessellations
- Tessellations using translations and reflections
- Tessellations using rotations
NS.CO.6.G05Identify and plot points in first quadrant of Cartesian plane using whole number ordered pairs
- Cartesian plane
- Draw on coordinate planes
NS.CO.6.G06Perform and describe single transformations of a 2-D shape in first quadrant of Cartesian plane
- Horizontal and vertical distances
NS.CO.6.SP01Create, label, and interpret line graphs to draw conclusions
- Reading and drawing line graphs
NS.CO.6.SP02Select, justify, and use appropriate methods of collecting data
- Reading and drawing Venn diagrams
- Stem and leaf plots
- Frequency tables and dot plots
NS.CO.6.SP03Graph collected data and analyze the graph to solve problems
- Reading and drawing bar graphs
- Reading and drawing histograms
- Box-and-whisker plots and scatter plots
NS.CO.6.SP04Demonstrate understanding of probability by identifying outcomes, differentiating experimental and theoretical probability
- Introduction to probability
- Organizing outcomes
- Probability of independent events
- Comparing experimental and theoretical probability

Grade 6 Math

About Grade 6 Nova Scotia math

Nova Scotia schools follow the Nova Scotia Curriculum, which organizes Grade 6 math across strands including number sense, patterns and relations, shape and space, and statistics and probability. Students build on whole number and fraction concepts, explore algebraic thinking through patterns, work with measurement and geometry, and interpret data. StudyPug provides video lessons, practice problems, and step-by-step explanations that align closely with what Grade 6 students in Nova Scotia are expected to learn.

Strands: number sense, patterns and relations, shape and space, and statistics and probability
Video lessons explaining every Grade 6 concept clearly and concisely
Practice problems with step-by-step solutions for every topic
Content aligned to the Nova Scotia Curriculum for Grade 6 math

Curriculum topics by strand

Find lessons and practice problems organized by strand, aligned to the Nova Scotia Curriculum for Grade 6 math.

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NS Grade 6 Math Topics

Number Sense: Whole numbers, fractions, decimals, integers, and operations with rational numbers.
Patterns and Relations: Algebraic patterns, expressions, equations, and relationships between variables.
Shape and Space: Measurement, area, perimeter, volume, angles, transformations, and properties of 2-D and 3-D shapes.
Statistics and Probability: Data collection, graphs, interpreting results, and exploring likelihood of events.

How StudyPug Helps NS Grade 6 Math Students

When a student gets stuck on a concept like fractions or area, they can go straight to the relevant lesson on StudyPug, watch a focused video explanation, and then work through practice problems with step-by-step solutions. This makes it easy to fill a gap without reviewing everything from scratch. For a broader practice session, the grade 6 math quiz tool lets students test themselves across multiple topics at once. Parents looking for general grade 6 math help can also browse all available lessons and resources in one place.

StudyPug is accessible on any device, so students can continue learning whether they are at a desk or using a phone or tablet during a break.

Aligned to NS Grade 6 Math Curriculum

Every lesson on StudyPug for Grade 6 math is built to match the Nova Scotia Curriculum strands and learning outcomes. This means the concepts, vocabulary, and problem types your child encounters on StudyPug are consistent with what their teacher is covering in class. If your child is building toward Grade 6, reviewing the ns grade 5 math curriculum can help confirm they have the foundation they need before moving forward.

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Last updated June 5, 2026

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