A high-energy lesson that uses rhyming movement words and visual prompts to teach students how to correctly form numbers 1 through 9. Includes a presentation with drawing animations, a song sheet for motor memory, and a practice worksheet.
A set of visual math flips designed to help students master the "bridge to ten" strategy for addition and subtraction within 20. Through sequential visual prompts using ten frames, students learn to decompose numbers to make a benchmark of ten, simplifying complex mental math.
A hands-on introduction to basic budgeting and grocery shopping. Students practice identifying prices, comparing costs, and making simple purchasing decisions using dollars and cents with high visual support.
A ninja-themed lesson teaching the '-10 plus 1' strategy for subtracting 9 from numbers up to 20 using double ten-frames.
A mental math sequence using double ten frames to master the -9 strategy (subtract 10, add 1). Students use visual relationships to build fluency in the 9-20 range.
A foundational lesson on solving one-step word problems using all four operations. Students learn to identify bolded keywords and use ten-frame visual scaffolds to organize their mathematical thinking.
Students learn to add multiples of ten to any 2-digit number by drawing base-ten blocks (sticks and dots). This lesson focuses on visualizing the addition of 'tens' to the existing value while the 'ones' remain constant, all within 100.
A targeted small group lesson focusing on finding unknown numbers in addition and subtraction equations within 20. Students use the 'Part-Part-Whole' model to solve for unknowns in various positions.
A small group lesson for 1st grade students focused on solving comparison word problems involving length by finding unknown numbers in addition and subtraction equations. Students use manipulatives to visualize length differences and translate them into algebraic thinking.
A foundational numeracy lesson focusing on numbers 1-10 through 1-to-1 correspondence and hands-on counting activities. Students practice matching sets of objects to numerals in a fun ninja-themed environment.
Foundational tools for assessing student levels and planning instruction based on California Power Standards across grades K-5.
A foundational lesson on identifying U.S. coins (penny, nickel, dime, quarter) and their respective values through visual recognition and repetitive practice.
A kindergarten math lesson focusing on addition and subtraction within 10, comparing quantities, and extending patterns through a 'Garden Explorers' theme. Includes group instruction slides, independent practice worksheets, and a hands-on sorting activity.
A collection of single-digit addition and subtraction word problems themed around animal encounters. Students practice reading simple sentences and translating them into mathematical equations.
A beginner math lesson focusing on single-digit addition and subtraction within 20, using a fun ninja theme to engage students.
A lesson focused on skip counting by 10s and 1s with a switch point to build number sense and place value understanding.
Students will solve single-digit addition and subtraction word problems through an engaging narrative about caring for pets in a neighborhood.
A hands-on lesson focused on place value where students group units into sets of ten and identify the remaining ones for numbers up to 99.
A collection of independent addition activities for sums within 10, designed for students to complete without assistance. Includes hands-on matching, artistic coloring, and interactive games.
A foundational addition lesson for kindergarteners focused on word problems within 20, using a relatable cookie theme to build counting and modeling skills.
An introductory lesson for kindergarteners to distinguish between flat 2D shapes and solid 3D shapes using real-world examples and simple comparisons.
A 15-minute outdoor scavenger hunt focusing on math skills from one-to-one counting to addition and subtraction within 20, themed around nature exploration.
A hands-on 20-minute session focusing on one-to-one correspondence, stopping at a target number, and comparing quantities using counting bears or cubes.
A foundational lesson on reading analog clocks to the hour and half-hour, featuring hands-on task cards and recording tools.
A series of focused practice materials for Massachusetts place value standards in Grades 1 and 2, including tens/ones, hundreds, expanded form, and number comparisons.
A series of practice worksheets focused on three-digit subtraction without regrouping, featuring a visual number line to assist with mental math and place value visualization.
A comprehensive end-of-year assessment for second-grade students, covering all Massachusetts Mathematics Curriculum Framework standards including Operations and Algebraic Thinking, Number and Operations in Base Ten, Measurement and Data, and Geometry.
A comprehensive end-of-year assessment for first-grade students, covering all Massachusetts Mathematics Curriculum Framework standards including Operations and Algebraic Thinking, Number and Operations in Base Ten, Measurement and Data, and Geometry.
A comprehensive assessment package for 1st Grade mathematics based on the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, including an observation checklist and a teacher's task guide for conducting the assessment.