Progression Videos

Progression Videos The progression videos are a series of videos that show how math concepts build and grow through the grade levels. Here is a post that gives a “behind the scenes” of what it takes to make the videos. Click on the image below to watch the...

Behind the Scenes: The Creation of a Progression Video

Against the Norm

In recent months, I’ve received a lot of questions asking how I create the progression videos. Here’s how it all goes down. Step 1: Research There are so many great resources available for early number concepts but I continually found myself coming back to...

Fresh Ideas

Fresh Ideas Once in a while, a fresh idea turns into a great resource or lesson that I return to throughout the year.  Here are some of those ideas. Geometric Subitizing These cards are designed to connect Number Talks and geometric reasoning. Rekenrek Cards Coming...

The Sounds of Imaging Numbers

counting, Strategy Development, Teacher Content

One of the most difficult standards for 1st grade students to own is the idea of adding or subtracting multiples of tens OR a group of ones.  Without it…all other numbers fall apart. Karen is a phenomenal 1st grade teacher.  Being new to the district, I’m...

The Algebrafication of Kindergarten

counting, Intellectual Need, Making Math Accessible, SMPs, Strategy Development, Teacher Content

Counting and cardinality is critical in kindergarten. Without it, all math fails. With that being said, counting can be extremely boring which causes many students to quickly lose focus. One thing I’ve tried to do this year is identify ways to engage students in...