Skip counting can be fun, but it’s also an important step in true understanding of number sense. As teachers of kindergarten and first-grade students, we understand the importance of laying a strong foundation in numerical fluency. Skip counting by fives…
Number bonds are a foundational math concept that help students as they move forward in math literacy. Particularly for Kindergarten and 1st-grade students, mastering number bonds to 10 is a key milestone.
Positional words are used in reading, math, and science. Teaching these to kindergarten students is a crucial aspect of early education, laying the foundation for their understanding of spatial relationships.
Pocket Charts USED TO BE a staple in classrooms. In today's rapidly advancing technological landscape, it's easy to be swept away by the allure of digital tools and interactive screens, especially in educational settings. However, there's something timeless and effective…
I am so excited to blog with some friends and talk about Winter Mentor Texts. The post is a little different, because it's about math. One Snowy Day Book Summary The book, One Snowy Day, by Tammi Salzano is such…
20 Ideas for mini-foam cut-outs...and guess where I found them. I LOVE a thrift store! There is something about reusing someone else's discard that makes me feel good about the future, but I also like a bargain. Here's my latest…
Fractions at the kindergarten level area all about understanding equal parts and fair shares. As you know, math isn't my thing...but even I can do kindergarten math. We do not talk about numeral representations of fractions and we don't label…
Our school system doesn't start school until after Labor Day...so February is crazy with 100th Day, Valentine's Day, and Presidents' Day. Here are 100 ideas for the 100th day. Ok...I don't have 100 ideas, but here are few. 1. 100th…
I love Book Club Flyers...it's so exciting to see what new books I will add to my classroom library and which ones my students can choose each month to add to their home libraries. But, honestly, some don't have that…
Making sets to 5 is a game-changer for students! When they can see sets of 5 with automaticity, they will soar. You know I'm a reading girl. I have a math husband and I gave birth to two math-minded boys,…
Paint Chip on Speed Dial! What is it about paint chips? I am just drawn to them in the store like an ant to a picnic. I have posted about paint chips on my blog before, this is the link…
As we finish up one school year, it's inevitable to start thinking about next year. This is especially true of parents of "soon-to-be" kindergartners. As most know, kindergarten today isn't the kindergarten of the past. For good or for bad,…
