Develops proficiency in estimating and measuring length, area, volume, and mass using standard units and unit conversions. Integrates time, money, angle measurement, and data classification through counting and arithmetic applications.
Students measure the weight of objects using non-standard units like cubes and paperclips with a balance scale.
Students learn to compare the weight of two objects directly by holding them and using the terms 'heavier' and 'lighter'.
A daily spiral review of priority Kindergarten math standards, designed to be visually engaging and accessible for students to view during breakfast or morning routines.
A comprehensive review of essential kindergarten math concepts including counting, addition, subtraction, shapes, and measurement, featuring high-contrast visuals and picture-supported problems.
Foundational tools for assessing student levels and planning instruction based on California Power Standards across grades K-5.
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.
A comprehensive assessment package for Pre-K mathematics based on the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, including an observation checklist and a teacher's task guide for conducting the assessment.
A toolkit for RSP teachers to transform a scope and sequence into a functional daily curriculum. Includes instructional frameworks, diagnostic tools, and planning templates specifically designed for multi-grade math intervention.
A comprehensive guide for kindergarten teachers using the TERC Investigations 3 math curriculum, detailing every game and the necessary materials for all eight units.
A hands-on activity for early learners to distinguish between tall and short objects through visual sorting and comparison.
A whimsical lesson exploring 'Wacky Wednesday' through movement, counting up to 15, spatial awareness with hats, and a creative 'Wacky Wardrobe' craft.
A Kindergarten lesson focused on comparing the length (height) of block towers and determining the difference in length by counting individual block units.
A focused small-group intervention lesson where students use balance scales to compare weights, mastering the terms 'heavier', 'lighter', and 'the same'.
A Tier 2 small group intervention lesson focused on understanding and describing weight using balance scales. Students explore the concepts of 'heavy' and 'light' through concrete hands-on activities, visual aids, and scaffolded practice.
A Tier 2 intervention lesson focused on identifying multiple measurable attributes of objects using the 'Attribute Agency' detective theme. Students use a structured sorting mat and visual cues to describe length, weight, color, and texture.
A Tier 2 intervention lesson for Kindergarteners focusing on classifying objects, counting categories, and re-sorting by different attributes. Students will explore multiple ways to organize the same set of objects to build flexible mathematical thinking.
A targeted Tier 2 intervention lesson focusing on comparing capacity through hands-on water play, prediction, and sentence frames. Students will explore which containers hold 'more' or 'less' through direct comparison.
A targeted Tier 2 intervention lesson focusing on comparing height and length using a common baseline, designed for Kindergarten small groups. Students will learn to align objects and use comparative language like taller, shorter, longer, and same.
A Tier 2 intervention lesson for Kindergarten students focusing on describing and comparing measurable attributes like length and weight through hands-on exploration.
A kindergarten math lesson focused on identifying and describing measurable attributes like length, weight, and height, including how a single object can have multiple measurable qualities.
Vocabulary assessment for Unit 2 covering time, counting, and problem-solving strategies.
A comprehensive tracking resource for Kindergarten students aiming for advanced NWEA MAP RIT scores in mathematics, covering all key domains.
A foundational lesson on telling time to the nearest hour using analog and digital clocks. Students will practice identifying the hour hand's position and translating it to digital format.
A lesson focused on identifying and distinguishing between nickels and quarters through visual cues and physical characteristics.
A comprehensive introduction to telling time, focusing on identifying clock parts and understanding how the minute hand moves to specific marks. Designed for advanced Kindergarten learners or as an enrichment unit.
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 foundational lesson on identifying U.S. coins (penny, nickel, dime, quarter) and their respective values through visual recognition and repetitive practice.
A hands-on introductory lesson where students build their own analog clock by cutting and pasting hour numbers. Students practice number sequencing and spatial awareness on a circular clock face.
A foundational lesson focused on identifying hourly times using digital clocks, analog faces, and written words through an interactive matching game.
A comprehensive practice set for counting collections of coins (pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters) and one-dollar bills, featuring 30 unique problems across three pages with scaffolding for individual coin values.
A lesson on reading digital clocks to the hour and half-hour through interactive matching activities.
A lesson focused on reading digital time in various fonts and styles, covering every hour and half-hour. Students practice identifying digits across different typefaces to build fluency in reading digital displays.
A high-energy matching activity where students pair neon digital clock displays with standard digital time cards. Focuses on reinforcing identification of hours and half-hours through kinesthetic play.
A fast-paced remediation lesson focused on identifying US coins and mastering the skill of counting mixed change up to one dollar.
A hands-on activity where kindergarteners practice social skills and basic math by 'shopping' for food items. students will cut out colorful food cards to use in a classroom grocery store simulation.
In this hands-on workshop, students build their own manipulative clocks to explore the mechanics of telling time. This lesson focuses on assembly and basic identification of clock components.
A lesson for K-2nd grade students exploring non-standard and standard measurement through the lens of the world's largest bird, the ostrich. Students will compare egg sizes, measure circumferences with string, and visualize heights using tape measures and their own bodies.
Students will explore animal diversity and measurement by comparing different armadillo species using non-standard units (hands, paper) and standard units (inches, feet).
A hands-on measurement lesson where students use the massive scale of Redwood trees to practice estimation and comparative measurement through interactive physical activities and visual comparisons.
A Kindergarten math lesson where students compare the heights of objects using a campsite theme. Students use direct comparison and building blocks to master 'taller' and 'shorter' vocabulary.
A Kindergarten to 1st Grade lesson where students become 'Shape Detectives' to distinguish between squares and rectangles by investigating side lengths and using the concept of 'equal' sides.
Students explore the concepts of longer, shorter, longest, and shortest by measuring reptile illustrations using non-standard units (connecting cubes). The lesson features a zoo-themed video and hands-on measurement practice to reinforce the importance of alignment and consistent units.
A Kindergarten math lesson focusing on length comparison and the critical importance of baseline alignment using a zoo/reptile theme. Students use visual cues from a video and hands-on sorting to master comparing objects.
A hands-on measurement lesson for Pre-K and Kindergarten students using playdough to explore the concepts of 'longer' and 'shorter'. Students watch a zoo-themed video, compare snake lengths, and create their own playdough snakes on aligned mats.
A Kindergarten lesson focused on ordering three objects by length using the terms 'longest' and 'shortest'. Includes a warm-up with pencils, a video analysis, and a hands-on playdough activity.
Students learn non-standard measurement techniques and explore how unit size impacts measurement counts through a royal-themed challenge.
A Kindergarten math lesson focused on non-standard measurement. Students learn to measure objects using 'fuzzy squares' while avoiding gaps and overlaps, guided by a royal emergency at the palace.
A hands-on introduction to comparing lengths for Kindergarten and 1st Grade students, focusing on the concept of equality using the phrase 'as long as'. Students will use physical tools like pencils and yarn to explore alignment and measurement.
A comprehensive Kindergarten math review covering skip counting by 2s, comparing quantities, identifying numbers, reading graphs, and number writing practice. This lesson provides repeated practice ('at bats') for core skills to build fluency and confidence.
A lesson focused on interpreting bar and line graphs using visual storytelling and color-coded 'evidence.' Students learn to extract narratives from data through a detective-themed investigation tailored for diverse learners.
A targeted Tier 2 intervention lesson for Kindergarteners focusing on classifying, counting, and comparing groups of objects using concrete manipulatives.
A targeted Tier 2 intervention lesson for Kindergarten students to master classifying objects, counting within categories, and sorting categories by count using a toy-themed approach.
A Kindergarten math lesson where students learn to classify objects, count the totals in each category, and compare category sizes. Focused on Colorado standard K.MD.B.3 with counts up to 10.
A hands-on introduction to the concept of equality using balance scales and counting cubes. Students explore how to make unequal sides 'fair' and solve for equality by balancing heavy classroom objects with standardized units.