What's included
10 live meetings
4 hrs 10 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. On day 5 and 10, a video will be taken standing behind the student as they do their number tracing independently, to assess student progress.Assessment
There is not a grade given, but I will perform ongoing observational assessment to ensure the child is forming the numbers quickly and consistently, beginning in the same spot each time (if they are able to pull their computer screen down, I will check in on each student during class). Furthermore, once each week, students will have a video taken from behind them for teacher to assess student progressClass Experience
US Grade Pre-Kindergarten - 2
Beginner Level
Nature-Based: In this two week live course, students will follow a tracing routine and have nature-based sensory items that are easy to collect from your own backyard. Incorporating auditory, oral, tactile, and visual senses will support the student’s retention of these foundational skills. You will need to be willing to go on nature hunts to collect the items listed. This structure will allow your child to eliminate confusions, but they must be monitored to ensure they are not continuing to form the numbers incorrectly. I will have a video uploaded on week 1 that you can refer to and offer numerous multi-sensory, nature-based activities and games that help the students transfer the information to new contexts. Two weeks is considered a short intervention time in the education world and may be inadequate for some learners to completely conquer the task. That is okay; learning for everyone is different. Should your child still need support after two weeks, you can just continue using the resources that I have provided or we can discuss different options. The routine of number tracing will support number formation, number recognition, develop cardinality foundations (helping the child learn that the abstract number is attached to a quantity), and transferability (helping the child to recognize and form a number in other contexts than the one that the child originally learned it in). No previous required knowledge is needed. This is a foundational skill that will support the development of number concepts! ~Teacher Communication: If you message me, I will respond by 10pm CST or the following day if after that time.
Learning Goals
Students will form numbers 0-9 consistently, efficiently, and quickly to reduce cognitive load in deciding where to begin their formation.
Students will connect the abstract digit with a quantity.
Syllabus
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)10 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
How to Trace Numbers & Nature Mask
Learn how to trace your numbers, play a number tracing game, and make a nature mask!
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Number Tracing & Nature Walking Stick/Wand
Practice forming your numbers, play a number tracing game, and make a nature walking stick/wand!
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Number Tracing & Leaf Hedgehog
Practice forming your numbers, play a number tracing game, and design a leaf hedgehog.
25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Number Tracing & Seed Mosaic
Practice forming your numbers, play a number tracing game, and create a seed mosaic!
25 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Sticks, acorns, and other nature items should be handled with care under adult supervision. It is advised that parents go with their child on their nature hunts.
Hot glue gun is advised to be used by adults only.
Scissors are sharp and children are advised to use with adults.
Small items that could be choking hazards will be used. Please monitor if
a student has a tendency to put things in their mouth.
Supply List
A handout will be provided prior to the first lesson. All materials are likely to be on hand/in your backyard or are easily interchanged for another material should you not have it!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Iowa Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
I hold a standard teaching license for K-6 elementary education, with three years of experience teaching math to students who needed extra support with foundational skills. I have taught for five years in public schools and also have four years of virtual homeschooling experience for a middle schooler/high schooler. I am at the beginning of my second year teaching on Outschool and loving every minute of it!
Reviews
Live Group Course
$16
weekly or $32 for 10 classes5x per week, 2 weeks
25 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-7
2-6 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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