First Grade Common Core Math

Math can be difficult and frustrating for many students. Often times, skills build upon each other creating learning gaps and making more advance concepts feel impossible. 
Other students may find math to be easy breezy! Maybe they are gaining momentum in their current math courses and you are looking for a challenge. 
Look no more! This class is great for high achieving kindergarteners, second graders who may need extra support, or anyone in between! 

In this math class we will introduce, analyze, and practice individual math problems using a spiral method. This means the lessons do not build upon each other! You can join this class at anytime through the year or miss a class without missing a beat! This method is a great way to build confidence in students who have low confidence in math. We will be practicing 15 questions types with different problems in each class!

Each class will begin with a short "would you rather" question, review our rules, include a math mini-game if time allows, and an opportunity for students to ask questions at any point! 

Here is a general outline of our weekly classes. 

Week 1
Number analysis (place value, word forms, and more) 
Addition & Subtraction
Number lines and number patterns 

Week 2
Using a tens frame for numbers beyond 20.
Comparing 2 numbers using <,>,= symbols
Adding and subtracting numbers beyond 10 using different strategies 

Week 3
Word problems with addition and subtraction
Equation analysis (true or false)
Fact families

Week 4
Measurement
Telling time with an analog clock 

Week 5
Analyzing graphs and data
Introduction to fractions
Investigate 2-D and 3-D shapes. 
 
(This schedule will then repeat using different problems within the same question types. Students will gain confidence as our class progresses!)

Please note classes may cover more or less material depending on students prior knowledge and the number of students in each class. My goal is for every student to feel they understand the concepts modeled and practiced. Please message me if you have questions about a specific week!