Guided math kindergarten

Learn how to set up your guided math at your seat rotation with these independent math activities, plus find ideas for differentiating math lesson work!

Time to digger a little deeper in to: What is it? Math by Myself pretty much is as it states - math that children can complete by themselves. It is worksheets, games, activities, puzzles, etc. that students can complete because they already have the content knowledge from the awesome lessons that you have taught as a teacher. How is it set up? I have a shelf in my classroom that holds my Math by Myself baskets. Each center (there are 9 for each unit) gets a basket. I sometimes have 2-3…

Here are some simple and easy guided math activities you can use in kindergarten. You probably have these items in your classroom!

I'd like to talk about my favorite time of the day (okay, it's tied with word study rotations and play centers, but those are for another time). Our 30-minute block of math rotations has allowed me to become a stronger math teacher and my students to become more confident mathematicians. How could 30 minutes be

Scheduling your guided math block doesn't have to be overwhelming! Check out these 6 sample schedules for your guided math block.

Organization for your math rotations and reading rotations is easy with these student rotation charts. Plan the schedule for 3 groups (or more or less!) and edit the expectations, stations, and pictures for the kids to know where to go in the classroom. This will help your teaching and learning to go so smoothly. Edit the rotation schedule in powerpoint. Works great for kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade!

Kindergarten Math Groups Made Easy and a FREE file? You got it! In this article, you will read how I organize my math groups, assess, differentiate, and teach students with hands-on math activities that are sure to engage your kindergarten classroom. Get your FREE file too!

Guided math

I love math mats! They are quick and easy to prepare (most are print and go!), easy to differentiate, and can be used again and again! Quickly change out the manipulative you are using and the activities feel new and fresh again! I recommend using reusable write and wipe pockets. They are sturdy, easy to clean, and FUN for kids! If you don't have access to the pockets then you could use page protectors or laminate the mats. Here are a few of the mats: One of the additions I tried to make to…

Looking for ways to make your math block run itself? Check out these 4 tips for managing math centers in your elementary classroom!