Before trying the attribute block activities below, give children lots of time to play with them in an unstructured way. Some students will use them for make believe type of activities and others will use them in a more traditional way, trying to make patterns with them or sorting them by size, shape and color. Attribute blocks are math manipulatives that have four different ... continue reading...
TEN STEPS TO TEACHING WITH MATH MANIPULATIVES
Steps 1 - 5 are all about establishing boundaries when using math manipulatives so the classroom does not end up in a chaotic mess everyday! Steps 6-10 are about using them as learning tools. Step 1. Although it's tempting to have all your math manipulatives set up and ready to go in September, it's easier to train your students to clean up and learn routines when you put out a few tubs at a ... continue reading...
PICTURE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN
If you're looking for picture books for children that hold their attention, the following have been a hit over and over with children throughout the years. Kids love the rhythms of great stories accompanied by bright, colourful illustrations. Children enjoy responding to literature by creating story characters, then acting out the stories, both of which add to reading comprehension. Reading ... continue reading...
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