Introducción a las matemáticas para preescolares "con un enfoque Montessori"

During this 10 week course, your learner will explore numbers, shapes, and patterns through hands-on activities in this math class. I will also engage your child's curiosity with games, stories, and manipulative materials, fostering a love for learning math. I will also focus on individualized progress, ensuring a strong foundation for future mathematical concepts. Join us for a joyful math journey!

This class runs from JANUARY-MARCH, MARCH-MAY, MAY-JULY,AND AUGUST-NOVEMBER,

Week 1. Number Recognition and Counting:
Activities:
Using Montessori counting materials (Manipulatives are needed)
Counting objects in the environment
Number songs and rhymes

Week 2. Quantity and One-to-One Correspondence:
Activities:
Matching objects to numerals
Counting and placing objects in a line
Grouping objects to represent numbers

Week 3. Introduction to Numerals and Sandpaper Numbers:
Activities:
Tracing and feeling sandpaper numerals
Associating numerals with quantities
Recognizing and ordering numerals

Week 4. Number Operations (Addition and Subtraction):
Activities:
Using concrete materials ( Number Rods) for addition and subtraction
Simple addition and subtraction stories
Introducing the concept of zero

Week 5. Geometry:
Activities:
Exploring shapes and their attributes
Constructing shapes 
Matching shapes in the environment

Week 6. Measurement:
Activities:
Comparing sizes using materials
Exploring length, width, and height
Introducing concepts of longer, shorter, taller

Week 7. Patterns and Sorting:
Activities:
Creating and extending patterns
Sorting objects based on various attributes
Classifying objects in the environment

Week 8. Time and Sequencing:
Activities:
Introducing the concept of time using a daily routine
Sequencing events in a story or activity
Exploring the days of the week and months

Week 9. Money (U.S. Coins others are welcome):
Activities:
Introducing coins and their values
Simple activities involving money concepts

Week 10. Math Games and Exploration:
Activities:
Incorporating math into play activities
Using math games and puzzles

Note:
Montessori emphasizes the use of manipulative materials, allowing children to explore and discover mathematical concepts independently.
Progress is individualized, and I observe each child's readiness before introducing new concepts.
Outdoor and real-world conversations are integrated to make learning meaningful.