Counting Cats: Elementary Math Class
This interactive math class will involve counting cute cats. Students will build on beginning math skills using the Montessori approach. Addition, Subtraction, Fractions, Time & Money will be covered. For ages 6-8. Join anytime.
Professor Margo, PhD
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(9)
What's included
16 live meetings
16 in-class hoursAssignments
1-2 hours per week. Students level will be assessed in week 1, and in week 8 during the wrap up students will be assessed again to evaluate their growth and learning during the course.Certificate of Completion
If student finished week 1-8 with a successful final assessment, then students will receive a certificate of completion upon request.Class Experience
Beginner Level
This class is designed for children 6-8 years of age (1st and 2nd grade students). This class uses the Montessori approach with younger students learning from older students and where older students learn by being the class leader. Students can start this ongoing course at any time. The course is run like separate one time classes, so feel free to join anytime. In total we will meet for 8 weeks. This class is for students who want to strengthen their math skills. We will meet twice per week in small groups. The small class size will ensure that students get the attention they need to master the basic math concepts. The class will focus on learning in a fun and interactive way using the Montessori approach. Cats are the theme of the class. Students will learn math by counting cats. I am the proud owner of 4 cats, maybe one of them will show up to class! Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. In Montessori classrooms children make creative choices in their learning, while the classroom and teacher offer age-appropriate activities to guide the process. The Five Principles of the Montessori Method: Principle 1: Respect for the Child. Principle 2: The Absorbent Mind. Principle 3: Sensitive Periods. Principle 4: The Prepared Environment. Principle 5: Auto education.
Learning Goals
At the end of this ongoing course students will have mastered basic concepts related to:
1. Counting,
2. Counting and distinguishing U.S. money
3. Telling time
4. Addition
5. Subtraction.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Counting practice,
Here we will review how far we can count. We will also take our pre-test to evaluate where we are with our learning. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Addition and Shapes
We will also work on basic addition (single digits). If the class is ready we will move to double digits. We will also review all of our shapes, and learn about angles. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Money Math
We will learn to recognize U.S. coins and shapes. We will also count the money. For fun, we will travel to Europe from our computers and look at Euros. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Subtraction
What happens when a cat walks away. Learning subtraction through visual prompts. 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Students will want to have either crayons or coins to aid with counting. Students should have a white board and dry erase markers to write. If they do not have this paper and pencil ok.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2021
5.0
9reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
This class is taught by a university professor and former homeschool mom, who teaches statistics at a university, and is trained at the International Montessori Institute in Amsterdam. Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly or $160 for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
60 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-8
1-6 learners per class
