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66. Essential Math Skills Every Kindergartener Needs
Description
Teaching math in Kindergarten is no easy feat. You are beginning the foundation of all other math skills yet to come. In this episode, I explain essential math instruction for kindergarten teachers, focusing on building a solid "number sense" foundation. We explore four key areas: subitizing, number recognition and writing, one-to-one correspondence, and cardinality. I discuss effective teaching progressions, the importance of hands-on learning, and strategies for supporting struggling learners. Future episodes will cover additional topics like home support and math fluency, while emphasizing the significance of patience and fostering a love for math in our young students. So make sure to follow for more!
In this episode I share:
- Teaching Foundational Math Skills
- Number Sense Foundation
- Number Recognition
- Importance of Hands-on Learning
- Strategies for Supporting Struggling Learners
Previous Episodes:
- Exploring Counting Math Centers in Kindergarten Classrooms ~ Ep. 8
- Math Intervention for Kindergarten – Ep. 18
Resources Mentioned:
- Kindergarten Math for the WHOLE YEAR | Math Games, Centers, and Small Groups
- Workshop: Literacy, Math, and Centers… Oh My!
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