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Storybook Math: Counting and Problem-Solving through Stories

This class is designed to make math approachable and enjoyable by connecting it to familiar and beloved stories. Each session blends literacy with numeracy, ensuring that children engage with math in a context they love.
Tiffany Mendoza
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(2)
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What's included

1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per week
Mastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. included
Grading
included

Class Experience

This class combines the wonder of storytelling with foundational math concepts. Each week, students will listen to a story where the characters face simple math problems. After the story, students will engage in activities to solve these problems using counting, addition, subtraction, and pattern recognition.


Week 1 :  The Three Little Pigs and Counting Bricks

•	Story: "The Three Little Pigs"
•	Math Focus: Counting and Number Recognition
•	Activity: Students will help the pigs count how many bricks they need to build each house, reinforcing counting skills.

Week 2 : Goldilocks and the Three Bears: Sizes and Comparisons

•	Story: "Goldilocks and the Three Bears"
•	Math Focus: Size Comparison and Ordering
•	Activity: Students will compare the sizes of the bears’ belongings (e.g., bowls, chairs, beds) and order them from smallest to largest.

Week 3 : The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Simple Addition

•	Story: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle
•	Math Focus: Simple Addition
•	Activity: Students will add up the different foods the caterpillar eats throughout the week, practicing addition with visual aids.

Week 4 : The Doorbell Rang and Sharing Equally

•	Story: "The Doorbell Rang" by Pat Hutchins
•	Math Focus: Division and Sharing
•	Activity: Students will help the characters share cookies equally as more friends arrive, introducing the concept of division and fair sharing.

Week 5 : One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish and Counting by Twos

•	Story: "One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish" by Dr. Seuss
•	Math Focus: Counting by Twos
•	Activity: Students will count pairs of fish, practicing counting by twos in a fun and colorful way.

Week 6 : Ten Apples Up On Top and Simple Subtraction

•	Story: "Ten Apples Up On Top!" by Dr. Seuss
•	Math Focus: Simple Subtraction
•	Activity: Students will subtract apples as they fall from the characters’ heads, learning how subtraction works in a visual context.

Week 7 : Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons and Patterns

•	Story: "Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons" by Eric Litwin
•	Math Focus: Patterns and Sequences
•	Activity: Students will identify and create button patterns, helping Pete with his groovy buttons while learning about patterns.

Week 8: The Mitten and Ordering by Size

•	Story: "The Mitten" by Jan Brett
•	Math Focus: Ordering by Size
•	Activity: Students will order animals by size as they crawl into the mitten, reinforcing concepts of size and order.
Learning Goals
Connect Math Concepts to Stories: Students will learn to identify and connect mathematical concepts, such as counting, shapes, patterns, and measurement, within the context of engaging stories, making math more relatable and fun.
Enhance Number Sense: Through story-based activities, students will develop a strong number sense, including recognizing numbers, counting, and understanding basic operations like addition and subtraction.
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Learning Needs
ADHD- short instructions, small class size, movement allowed, and interactive ASD- short clear instructions, structured , small size, multisensory, and interactive. Dyslexia- visual and audio support Dyscalculia- step by step instructions
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! You can call me Mrs. Tiffany and I am so excited to impart my love for learning and knowledge . My classes are unique as I am and through experimentation, exploration, and investigation we can gain a deeper understanding of the world we live in which is essential for advancing knowledge and innovation in virtually every area of human endeavor.  Since each learner is different, I use different learning styles to reach and inspire where making mistakes is part of the learning process. Learning can indeed be a challenge and to be able to overcome obstacles and setbacks we must learn perseverance and resilience.

As a self-taught learner with a deep love for math, science, English, foreign languages, and history, I've spent my life diving into a wide range of subjects. I believe that learning can happen anywhere and at any time, which is why I enjoy sharing the tools and strategies I’ve developed over the years with students of all ages.
While I welcome all learners, I specialize in working with neurodivergent students or those who thrive with different learning approaches. As someone who is neurodivergent myself and a parent to a neurodivergent child, I understand firsthand the unique challenges and strengths that come with thinking differently. My goal is to create a supportive, engaging, and flexible learning environment where every child feels empowered to explore and succeed in their own way.

In my classes, I emphasize practical, hands-on learning experiences and foster curiosity by showing how every subject connects to the real world. Whether we’re exploring math through everyday activities, unlocking the mysteries of science, diving into the intricacies of language, or exploring the richness of history, I focus on making learning fun, interactive, and meaningful by providing an extraordinary experience that utilizes multiple forms of media, hands on activities, as well as movement during lessons creating an interactive and engaging learning environment.  

I love to teach and for 20+ years I have worked with people of all ages including young ones in the community including ones with disabilities on various topics such as the importance of oral health, English grammar and linguistics, Writing, History, Spanish, and Math.  I have been homeschooling my son for the past 3+ years. There have been challenges along the way but by being flexible, adaptable, perseverant, and resilient, empathetic and creative we can be successful and this is my goal for learning and instructing.


1.5 semesters left to complete my studies in Computer Science with a track in Cybersecurity / Applied Mathematics dual degrees from Towson University.  
2021 to present - I worked as a volunteer at the Hussmann Center for Adults with Autism, Institute for Well-Being Towson University and in addition I have received continuous training in understanding and supporting neurodivergent children and adults through the Kennedy Krieger Institute
2021 to present - I started my journey as a homeschool instructor.
10+ years as a self-taught learner of mathematics, history, science, English, foreign languages

Join me on a journey of discovery and growth, where each learner's unique perspective is valued and every subject becomes an adventure!

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weekly
1x per week
25 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 5-7
3-6 learners per class

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