I can’t have enough number mats in my math cabinet. Numbers mats are simple for learners to use, perfect for thematic units and review number sense in one page. These free Halloween math mats are perfect for some spooky learning. What are number mats? Number mats are a resource that I have on hand for […]
COMPOSING NUMBERS
I don’t know about you, but Kindergarten is getting more and more advanced as the years go on. Years ago, it was the teacher’s goal just to teach the basics: letters, numbers and shapes. Now, we are teaching financial literacy, story plot and decomposing and composing numbers. These number mats are some of my favorite […]
NUMBER SENSE MADE EASY FOR EARLY LEARNERS
Number sense is a huge part of early math curriculum. It’s how learners truly understand numbers and how we use them in every day life. We always start off with number sense up to ten activities, but as they grow, we move them up to number sense up to twenty activities. Plan a Math Block […]
9 DIGITAL RESOURCES TO GET YOUR THROUGH THE SCHOOL YEAR
Technology has come a LONG way in the elementary classroom. In a ten year period, our classrooms went from a handful of desktop computers that took up so much space, to every student having their own device. I’m so excited to be back in the classroom. Technology is going to play a huge part in […]
HOW TO USE MATH CHARTS DURING WHOLE GROUP INSTRUCTION
How often do you hold meetings or circle time each day in your classroom? I held meetings anytime I wanted my students’ complete and full attention. It’s different for every teacher and every classroom. Most days, my circle time was for my core subject whole group lessons. Being on the floor and away from desks […]
A SPACE UNIT EVERY EARLY LEARNER WILL LOVE
Get a child to talk about space, and you will have them gabbing for hours! Their little minds are intrigued with what’s beyond Earth. Bring engaging activities to your classroom and you’ll have them glued every single day! My Travel to Space unit will spark the imagination of your classroom that they will beg to […]