Tag: math

Intervention, Math, New Teacher Tips

When Should Students Stop Using Math Manipulatives In Your Classroom?

Math manipulatives are handy tools to help make math concepts concrete for your students. But, when is it time to give up the math manipulatives? When must students know how to solve problems without concrete support? The answer might just surprise you. Here’s when your students should stop using math manipulatives along with reasons why math manipulatives are helpful. Why…

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Math, Misc., Reading, Writing

25+ Simple Home Learning Activities for Pre-K to First Grade

Keeping kids busy at home can be challenging, especially if you want to ensure that they’re continuing to learn as well. Here are some simple activities that you can do at home with your little ones. Hands on Alphabet Ideas If you’d like to practice the alphabet with your little ones, you can easily use items around your house like…

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Common Core, Math

Common Core Math: Breaking Down the Standards for 1st and 2nd Grade

Common core math, or new math, if you don’t use common core, isn’t all that new anymore. However, many teachers still struggle with being sure they are fully teaching each standard. It can be tricky because common core standards are deep, not wide. Each grade level strand is designed to push our students to dive deeply into it. Instead of…

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