In our first math unit of the year, Routines and Data, students have been exploring calendar routines, collecting data, comparing numbers and sharpening their number sense. We frequently use games to develop number sense, such as Bunny Hop, Monster Squeeze, Complements of Ten and Build a City. In these games students use concrete objects and tools (like dice, pasta, beans, number lines and other game boards) to practice counting and combining numbers. Ask your child to tell you about these games at home!
