Making Number Sense Make Sense: A Math Podcast for Early Elementary Teachers

In this episode, we explore how simple materials—like beads—can transform your math centers. Beads aren't just colorful and fun; they're powerful tools for counting collections, building fine motor skills, and creating patterns. We'll dive into hands-on activities like Spin and Thread, DIY number racks, and engaging rekenrek games that help students strengthen their number sense and counting strategies. Whether you're looking for easy prep ideas or creative ways to switch up your manipulatives, this episode is packed with practical tips you can use tomorrow. Tune in and bring new life to your math lessons!Helpful Links:Spin and SlideSpin and ThreadPick Build CoverRekenrek Mini BundleBlog PostHave a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form!Let's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

In this quick episode, we are diving into 3 unconventional ways to increase engagement in math class!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form! Helpful LinksSpin and ThreadGraphing ProjectAddition and Subtraction LessonsLet's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Today's episode comes from a listener email about getting buy-in from other teachers to give BTC a try!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form! Helpful LinksK Task Bundle1st Grade Task Bundle2nd Grade Task BundleLet's Connect! Email me! lara@makingnumbersensemakesense.comInstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Transforming your classroom into a Building Thinking Classroom is an exciting journey—but when it comes to consolidating learning and reflecting on problem-solving tasks, it can feel tricky with younger students. Between stamina struggles, time constraints, and building those metacognitive skills, what's a teacher to do?In this episode, we're tackling those challenges with fun and effective strategies to wrap up your thinking tasks:

In this episode, we dive into how AI tools like ChatGPT can support teachers in crafting creative and engaging math tasks for Kindergarten, 1st-grade, and 2nd-grade students. While AI can't replace the human magic you bring to your classroom, it can be a great brainstorming partner to help spark ideas, refine tasks, and create meaningful learning experiences.

Looking for ways to make 2nd-grade math engaging and fun? In this episode, we're sharing creative, story-based tasks that get your students excited about skip counting, place value, addition, subtraction, and more—all while building critical math skills!Here's what we're covering:

Today, we're diving into something that every early elementary teacher has faced: coming up with the perfect math task—especially for those curious First Graders. Sometimes, it feels like the hardest part, right?Well, no worries, because we've got some exciting, hands-on ideas to spark engagement and build math confidence in your students! We'll talk about:Blog Post

Sometimes coming up with a task for Kindergarten is the hardest part! In this episode, I share 7 tasks perfect for your kindergarten classroom in a building-thinking classrooms style! Dive into the world of playful, hands-on math tasks in this episode of Making Number Sense Make Sense! From counting and number writing with the mischievous dogs at Paw-some Pups Playhouse to solving addition problems with a broken cash register in "Cash Out," we'll explore creative ways to engage young learners. Plus, hear how sorting toys, composing shapes, and comparing lengths bring math concepts to life through fun, story-driven activities. Whether you're teaching counting to 20, addition within 10 or 20, or tackling shape challenges, these tasks will have your students excited to learn and eager for more!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form!Helpful LinksKindergarten Task BundleKindergarten Task Bundle BlogCounting and Number Writing TaskCash Out Addition Within 10Sorting TaskComposing Shapes TaskComparing Longer and Shorter TaskLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

The hardest part about Building Thinking Classrooms is finding the tasks when you want to spice it up a bit! In this episode, I'm walking you through how I approach coming up with ideas for tasks! Want the task I talked about? You can get the 2nd Grade Cash Out Task here! K and 1st Grade versions are below.Any podcast episodes you want me to make?Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBlog PostKindergarten Cash Out Math Task1st Grade Cash Out Math Task2nd Cash Out Math TaskEscaping Ants Free TaskLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Since you seemed to enjoy Math Games for Morning Meeting, this is a companion episode, not a math specific episode but helpful to create a respectful community so that all our academic work and be more successful! I'm going over packing up routines, closing circle routines, and how kids leave the classroom during dismissal.Any podcast episodes you want me to make? Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksLet's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Truth. Kids don't need addition and subtraction symbols to do addition and subtraction symbols. But when they do, give them a little…spice.Today we're talking about how to give those squiggles meaning!Any podcast episodes you want me to make?Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBlog PostAddition and Subtraction LessonsLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Subtraction games can be tricker than addition because we don't want students working with negative numbers in Kindergarten or First grade! This episode shares 5 print-and-play math games you can use in your classroom tomorrow!Your students will practice math facts, writing equations, working independently and with partners, freeing you to circulate or work with small groups!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form!Timestamps1:06 - Spin and Subtract2:15 - Spin, Roll, and Color3:14 - Build, Roll, and Break4:00 - Spin, Roll, and Remove4:32 - Jump AroundHelpful LinksBlog PostGet the Games!Addition and Subtraction Games BundleLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

I love a good game to have kids learning and practicing math! The applause my students give when in math center time is music to my ears!These addition games are pretty simple and don't include a lot of varied directions, perfect to free you up to circulate the room if you need to or pull students one one-on-one or in a small group because they're engaged in these fast-paced games that are accessible to them and easy to differentiate.Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form!Timestamps1:14 - Spin and Add1:46 - Roll A Two-Color Tower2:57 - Ladybug Addition3:41 - Add Them Up4:46 - SevensHelpful LinksBlog PostGet the Games!Addition and Subtraction Games BundleSpinnersDice StickersLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Sometimes you have the perfect lesson and crickets. Or… most of your students get it, but there are a handful who don't. What do you do for them?In this episode, I'm sharing tips to help your struggling mathematicians!Any podcast episodes you want me to make?Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBlog PostYouTube VideoLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

As teachers, it's our job to be the ones doing the “teaching” but there is a lot we can learn from our students too! Far beyond the most recent slang or trending dance on social media!Today I shared 4 things my students remind me of all the time!Any podcast episodes you want me to make? Let me know in this Google Form!Let's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

We know that differentiation is good for kids…but who has the time? These differentiation methods are quick and easy to implement in the classroom! You can see all of these ideas and differentiated centers on the blog!Are there any podcast episodes you want me to make?Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksDice Game Sampler FreebiePick Build and Cover 10 FramesNumber Rack, Rekenrek Differentiated CentersSpin and BuildPattern Block Roll, Count, and Cover10 Frame DiceD & D DiceYouTube VideoLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

In this episode, I share some hands-on array math centers and a Building Thinking Classrooms Math Task task involving arrays and unknown factors!Big kids love centers too!Get a free repeated addition task! Escaping Ants!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form! Helpful LinksBlog PostArray Bundle!Roll an ArrayPick and Build ArraysSpin, Multipliy and Find the ArrayEmpty The Board MultiplicationArray Bake Sale TaskLet's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Do your 10 Frame centers need a refresh? In this episode, I share 10 plus warm-ups, math stations, and print-and-go activities involving 10 frames! If you want to know more about the benefits of 10 frames you can check out episode 30, All About 10 Frames!Helpful LinksBlog PostAll the ActivitiesQuick Images, Spin Count and Cover: Halloween, Spin and Build, Pick Build and Cover, Go Fish 10 Frames, Roll a Rainbow Graph, Play-Doh Mats, WIkki Stix Numbers, Roll and Write, Spin and Write, 10 Frame Mystery Number, Teen Color By Code

This week we are talking all about 10 frames! Ten frames are a math tool that can help students develop anchors to 5 and 10 which are important pre-place value skills! I levels of the concept of 10, and 5 frame, 10 frame, and 20 or double ten frame activities you can use in your classroom today!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form! Helpful LinksBlog PostQuick Images 5, 10, 20 FramesPick, Build, CoverSpin and BuildRoll and Write 10 FramesTime Stamps0:37 What is a 10 Frame?1:52 Levels of Concept of 104:03 Activities with 10 FramesLet's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Morning meeting is a great way to connect with your students and build a classroom community. There are times when you just play to play, but if you want to sneak in some math in the morning meeting, I have versatile 5 games for you to do just that!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form! Time Stamps1:00 In-and-Out Dance-A-Thon2:33 What Number Am I Writing3:52 Team Building5:52 Catch My Pattern6:47 What's My NumberHelpful LinksBlog Post Let's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Do you find your students are making the same mistakes over and over again? Using a worked-out example is a great way to have your students discuss different problem-solving strategies and techniques and helps them apply what they have learned to new problems! Learn about different worked examples and the impact they can have!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form!Time Stamps1:50 Fading Examples2:44 Prompting Self Explanation5:05 Comparing Examples7:22 Which Type Do I Use8:30 Conclusions Helpful LinksBlog PostArticleLet's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Are you looking for some math ideas for the 100th day of school? In this episode, I break down my favorite STEAM activities for the 100th day that your students will love! Every year, I get multiple student requests to keep the “centers” for math workshop because they enjoyed it so much!Whether you take one idea or the whole bundle, these ideas are sure to be a hit with your students!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form!

Do you have a 100's chart collecting dust up on your wall? I did too but it was a mistake! The 100s chart is a great tool for developing number sense! In this episode, I get into games you can play with the 100s chart, problem-solving tasks, hands-on math center, no prep math centers, and more all with the 100 and 120 charts!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form!TimestampsMy history with the 100's Chart2:40 100's Chart Morning Meeting and Group Games5:43 Problem Solving With the 100 Chart6:28 100 Chart Centers and Activities8:08 Bonus!Helpful LinksBlog PostYouTube Video100 Chart Thief FreebieChoral Counting Blog PostChoral Counting Podcast Episode100 Chart Spin and Fill100 Chart Puzzle Worksheets100 Chart Fill in the Chart WorksheetsLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

If you are looking for some recommendations of places to look to increase your knowledge of math pedagogy, center ideas, and more this episode is for you! I share with you how I first got my hands on a professional development book that I actually used and some others if you are looking to take your math knowledge to the next level.Math can be a subject a lot of people don't feel comfortable teaching or learning and these books can give you the background and confidence to continue your journey as an amazing math teacher!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form!Helpful Links/Time Stamps4:05 Teaching Student-Centered Mathematics Pre-K-2/ Teaching Student-Centered Mathematics 3-55:15 Math Recovery Series7:15 Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain8:00 Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics9:10 Juli DixonCulturally Responsive Teaching and Building Thinking Classrooms Crossover EpisodeLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

We all have off days, but sometimes your students are just not participating the way you would like in math and problem-solving. In this episode, I am sharing some tips you can try to help boost participation in your classroom!Time Stamps0:56 Non-Curricular Tasks2:25 When in doubt, theme it out!2:55 Ask questions3:50 Give them a Job6:00 Mistakes Help Our Brains GrowHelpful Links4 Non-Curricular Tasks Starter PackGingerbread Man TaskHalloween TaskBlog PostYouTube VideoNRICH.org Task My mistake task!Please fill out the Google Form if you have episodes you'd like to hear from me!Let's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

This episode comes from this YouTube video so you can see the games in action! Though some prefer to listen than watch!Your students may know their numbers to 20 in the figurative counter stage, but can they use them? In this video, you will learn 4 games you can play with your students to help them develop more sophisticated counting strategies. These games are perfect for students who are past the tricky teens and are starting to work on addition. Since the numbers are small, they can feel confident in their ability to answer, begin to solve problems, and develop a sense of how numbers work together!Helpful LinksHow Many Candies?Roll or Spin and Count OnHide and AddHide and Count On!(partner game):✨Save on the Figurative Counting - Counting On BundleSee the Games in Action in this YouTube Video!Looking for More Information about the counting stages? Get the presentation slides for free here! Let's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

If your students aren't available for learning, it doesn't matter how perfect your lesson is. In today's episode, I'm talking about Trauma Informed Practice and implementing mindfulness in the classroom. I'm giving you practical tips, examples, and a peek into the importance of a trauma-informed classroom.Thank you to all of you who attended my Making Math Moment Talk I had a blast!This will be the last episode of 2023, fill out the Google Form if you have episodes you'd like to hear from me! I'll catch you in 2024!Time Stamps1:00 My start with Trauma Informed Practice3:40 Creating a Trauma-Informed Classroom (Infographic)5:00 Social Emotional Learning, Mindfulness, Zones of Regulation8:00 Implementing Mindfulness10:00 Examples of Mindfulness Activities/ Breathing Techniques13:58 Calm Down Corner/Peace Corner/ Relaxation StationHelpful LinksMindfulness CardsVideosFall-Hamilton Elementary: Transitioning to Trauma-Informed Practices to Support Learning.The Mindful Teacher YouTubeSnoop Dogg AffirmationsYogaplaoozaCosmic Kids YogaMoovleeLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Register for the FREE Making Math Moments Virtual Summit 2023! Its taking place on November 17-19, 2023In this episode, I am giving you a sneak peek into the sessions I have my eye on in the Making Math Moments Virtual Summit. I'm looking at sessions on✅Closing a Building Thinking Classrooms Math Lesson✅Culturally Responsive Math Education✅Math Play✅ Children's books for math problems✅Coding!There are so many amazing sessions, register to get in on this amazing opportunity!Any podcast episodes you want me to make? Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksRegister Here!Let's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Register for the FREE Making Math Moments Virtual Summit 2023!In this week's episode, we'll look into the last counting stage Facile Number Sequence. In this stage, of counting, we will really see students who are flexible in the way they solve problems!They can use a variety of non-count by ones strategies and we'll go into what they are!Any podcast episodes you want me to make? Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBlog PostLet's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Register for the FREE Making Math Moments Virtual Summit 2023!In this week's episode, we'll look into the next counting stage Intermediate Number Sequence. In this stage, of counting, we will really start to see all of our hard work come together as students become more confident and successful problem solvers, specifically with subtraction!Any podcast episodes you want me to make? Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBlog PostLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Register for the FREE Making Math Moments Virtual Summit 2023!In this week's episode, we'll look into the next counting stage Initial Number Sequence. In this stage, of counting, we will really start to see all of our hard work come together as students become more confident and successful problem solvers.We'll Talk About…✅Addtion strategies to look for✅Other indicators of this stage✅Centers to Support getting students to the next stage✅The Making Math Moments Virtual Summit!Any podcast episodes you want me to make?Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBlog PostFill in the Missing Number CenterFill in the Missing Number No Prep WorksheetsHow Many Candies? Counting On CenterLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Register for the FREE Making Math Moments Virtual Summit 2023!Any podcast episodes you want me to make? Let me know in this Google Form!In this week's episode, we are continuing our deep dive into learning trajectories for counting and how to teach counting and develop counting skills for young students. Counting is an area where students need a lot of practice to really develop their number sense and ability to count accurately.Today's focus is Figurative Counters. I'll go over what a figureative counter is, what to look for, and give you some ideas of math centers and activities you can do to support students in this level of counting.Helpful LinksBlog PostCounting On Games BundleHide and Count OnLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Register for the FREE Making Math Moments Virtual Summit 2023!In this week's episode, we are continuing our deep dive into learning trajectories for counting and how to teach counting and develop counting skills for young students. Counting is an area where students need a lot of practice to really develop their number sense and ability to count accurately.Today's focus is Perceptual counters. I'll go over what a perceptual counter is, what to look for, and give you some ideas of math centers and activities you can do to support students in this level of counting. ➡️Free Rekenrek ActivitesSpin and BuildPick and Build 10 FramesPick and Build RekenreksSpin and Slide RekenreksRoll, Count, and CoverTeen Number BundleAny podcast episodes you want me to make?Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBlog PostLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Register for the FREE Making Math Moments Virtual Summit 2023!Do you have students who are having trouble counting? This series will explore the stages of counting, how to identify the stages of your students, and what to do to support them through this stage and into the next one!Helpful LinksEmergent Counters Blog PostOne to One Correspondence Blog PostEmergent Counters BundleLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

While getting a refresher on Culturally Responsive Education, I realized how much the strategies in Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain match up with Building Thinking Classrooms, but Culturally Responsive Teaching was written at least 5 years before BTC.Math is often a subject that is not known to be “Culturally Responsive.” Then why does BTC seem to work so well? In this episode, I outline the similarities and encourage you to try it in your classrooms through the lens of Culturally Responsive Education.Any podcast episodes you want me to make?Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBTC Free TaskBTC Starter PackBTC Decomposing Numbers to 10BTC Skip Counting and Repeated Addition TasksCulturally Responsive Teaching and the BrainBuilding Thinking ClassroomsLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Rounding out our number sense routine series is Choral Counting. This routine is great for focusing on specific number sequences that may be tricky for your students!I talk about what a choral count is, how to do a choral count, different ways to record your counts, and some ideas for varying your counts to support different areas of our number system.Any podcast episodes you want me to make? Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBlog Post:YT VideoChoral Counting Templates and Planning SheetsChoral Counting Planning SheetsGet the Number Sense Routines Bundle!Let's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

One of my least favorite standards to work on is counting to 100.

Continuing with our number sense routines series, is a tried and true routine students will love!I talk about what Quick Images is, how to implement it, and 4 ideas to extend this fast-paced number sense routine!This routine is great for practicing✅subitizing✅one to one correspondence✅number sense✅academic conversations & more!Helpful LinksQuick Images BlogQuick Images Video⭐ Quick Images Freebie ⭐Quick Images Mega BundleGet the full Number Sense Routines Bundle!Let's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

This episode starts a series on the Podcast about Number Sense Routine you can implement in your classroom today! If you've seen Sesame Street, you may recognize this number sense routine. In this episode, I talk about why you even need a number sense routine, how to do the Which One Doesn't Belong routine, and the benefits this powerful 5-minute routine can have in your classroom!Helpful LinksWhich One Doesn't Belong SlidesWhich One Doesn't Belong Blog PostWhich One Doesn't Belong YouTube VideoGet the Number Sense Routines Bundle!Let's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Are you over worksheets for morning work? I share some ideas for hands one morning work your students will love! Get the Full Bundle!Get the Morning Work Freebie HERE!Let's Connect! InstagramGet a closer look at these resources on the blog!YouTube Channel

How do you feel about homework in kindergarten? If you don't love kindergarten homework I have a solution for you that your students will love!Helpful LinksGet the Homework Games!Read the blog post!Watch the video version!Let's Connect! InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Are you ready to try? Try this Free Task!You may have read the Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics book and are pumped to start, but are not sure where. This episode is for you I talk about my experience and what you need to think through before starting. This methodology will transform your math classroom and your students as problem solvers. Watch them go from hesitant and afraid to make mistakes to jumping in head first, and doing math in a way that makes sense to them that is more valuable than any algorithm you could teach!In this podcast, I talk about spaces, materials, tasks, and more!Any podcast episodes you want me to make?Let me know in this Google Form!Helpful LinksBuilding Thinking Classrooms Tasks Starter PackSkip Counting TasksSee my other posts about BTC or watch the videos in the Building Thinking Classrooms playlist!Let's Connect!Feel free to reach out on Instagram to learn more!WebsiteYouTube Channel

Would you like to try some of these activities for free?Do you have rekenreks sitting around your classroom and are wondering what to do with them? I remember getting given some with ESSRS funds and was like, what am I going to do with this? I dove in and did some research so you don't have to and let me tell you, my students love using them!This episode is for you! I talk all about what number racks or rekenreks are, how to use them, and what they are great for! I also give you some ideas of how to use them in your room to practice:SubitizingMaking matching setsOne-to-one correspondenceAnchor to 5 and 10Number recognitionNumber WritingDon't forget to Grab the Free Bonus!Spin, Count, and Cover RekenreksRekenrek Decomposing Numbers Recording SheetsPick and Record or Spin and Record with numeral or number rack spinners and cardsI encourage you to try some of the free activities and consider investing in the activity bundle or mega bundle! Some teachers like you said, “Thank you so much for creating this resource! I loved how easy it was to implement into my classroom and my students really enjoyed it. ”“I have used this with my kindergarten students and they really enjoyed it. I found it to be engaging and educational. I would recommend it to other teachers to use in their classrooms as well. It's a good resource to have and will help benefit your students' kindergarten learning experience.”If you try the freebie, send me a DM and let me know how you like it!Blog Post All About RekenreksYT Video: All About RekenreksWant to see some rekenrek centers in action? Watch this video!FREE Rekenrek ActivitiesRekenrek Activity BundleRekenrek Activity Mega Bundle (with clip art so you can create to fit your needs!)

After a year of using the Building Thinking Classrooms framework, how did it work in Kindergarten? In this podcast, I talk about my results with these math problems for kindergarten, some things I am curious about, and what I would change if I were to start over!Are you ready to try? Try this Free Task!Timestamps1:00 Results6:30 Curiosities, Things I noticed10:10 Things I would change for next time!12:32 Try a Task!14:03 Sharing with ColleaguesHelpful LinksGet the Building Thinking Classrooms Book!Need some Tasks? Get started with this starter pack or read about them in this BTC task blog post!Skip Counting tasks more your speed. Try this skip counting by 5's task.Watch this podcast on Youtube!Let's Connect!Send me a message on InstagramCheck out the Blog for more ideas!

In this week's episode, I talk all about a quick assessment and data-tracking resource to support you and your students in creating counting and number sense goals and seeing their growth. This data-tracking resource is for you available in English and Spanish! Math conferencing and goal setting is a powerful tool giving your students focus and creates positive momentum with achievable, bite-sized goals!This kindergarten counting data tracker is unlike other assessments that give you no direction or information you can't fully use. This visual goal-setting resource will let you know exactly which skills your students have mastered and give them and you a target to work towards! Your students can color in mastered content as they go to see how much growth they are making as mathematicians.Blog Post: YouTube VideoVisual Goal Setting Sheet and Progress Tracker

Learn more about subitizing, and get your kids excited about math! Subitizing is a useful skill for young mathematicians to learn and will help them develop number sense! In this episode, you'll learn the definition of subitizing and activities and games to reinforce the concept. With subitizing, you can teach your students how to easily recognize number patterns, and groups of objects they can use as they grow as mathematicians.Timestamps::33 Subitizing is like a turtle covered in flowers

One-to-one correspondence isn't as easy as it sounds! There is so much involved in learning to count that we don't even think about as adults! In this episode, I go over what one-to-one correspondence is, strategies to help your students with their one-to-one correspondence, and some ideas of one-to-one correspondence activities you can add to your math centers to help!Timestamps:20 Math Story Tidbits1:19 Teaching foundational skills isn't as easy as it seems2:05 Counting is hard3:16 Definition of one-to-one correspondence4:10 Strategies to help with one-to-one correspondence4:26 Strategy15:23 Strategy 26:25 Strategy 36:50 Practice Makes Progress7:25 Play is Key!8:20 Math Center IdeasHelpful LinksBlog PostStrategies VideoActivities VideoPop It Task CardsEmpty the BoardIG: numbersensemakesense

Ep 4: 5 Amazon Must Haves for the ClassroomTeacher appreciation is right around the corner, and I don't know about you but I have had parents ask me if I have an Amazon wishlist. I don't think you should have to spend your own money on your classroom but if someone else wants to buy you something…Do you have a few dollars to spend with some PTA money? I've gathered a list of 5 Amazon finds that are versatile, fun, and inexpensive for the math classroom. This episode provides you with five amazing finds that are sure to bring some fun and creativity to your math lessons. From math manipulatives to 10 frame dice and number dice, these fun educational tools will bring a whole new level of excitement to your elementary math classroom.Not only will these math finds help to excite and engage your students, but they will also help them to better understand key math concepts in an engaging way!Timestamps:18 Disclamer1:15 Find #11:45 Secret tip to save some

Have you been wanting to do math center time in your classroom but are unsure where to start and how to make it run like clockwork? This episode is for you! I go over the 5 Steps to Success I have been using for 10 YEARS that have kept math workshop my students favorite part of the day!Timestamps:58 List of the Steps1:24 Don't do math during math workshop3:00 Set Clear Expectations5:20 Practice6:54 Visual Station Chart8:45 Revisit and Reteach as neededHelpful LinksBlog Post:YT VideoMath Center Editable ChartIG: numbersensemakesense

Try a task for free! ✨ Building Thinking Classrooms FREE TaskHave you heard of the Book “Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics” by PeterIn this episode, I go over why I was looking for an effective way to teach problem-solving that would work for kindergarten, how I started using the Building Thinking Classrooms in my Kindergarten class, my results, and my next steps! If you are hesitant to try it out in an early elementary classroom this podcast is for you!Timestamps1:34 What is a Thinking Classroom in this Context4:33 Set Up, 3 Things you NEED to get started5:46 Vertical Non Permenant Surfaces6:22 Random Groups8:00 Be deliberately less helpful8:56 Starting Tasks/Non-Curricular Tasks11:48 My First Official Math Task13:00 Finding Tasks14:14 Thin Slicing, Early Finishers14:50 My Next Steps, Consolidating Learning15:46 Big GoalHelpful LinksTry a task for free! ✨ Building Thinking Classrooms FREE TaskBuilding Thinking Classrooms Tasks Blog: https://bit.ly/41d4E1cBuilding Thinking Classroom Tasks Starter Kit: https://bit.ly/40iCWyQBuilding Thinking Classrooms Skip Counting by 5's Task: https://bit.ly/3DymSzNClassroom Screen: https://classroomscreen.com/Building Thinking Classrooms K-2 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/902047717151517/Building Thinking Classrooms Book: https://amzn.to/40eC2DcIG Handle: numbersensemakesense

Hi! I'm Lara and I didn't used to be a math person. Through a winding series of events, I have developed a passion for early elementary mathematics! Learn about it in this episode and stay tuned for future episodes about developing number sense in math!Follow me on InstagramVideo Podcast/YouTube ChannelBlog: Making Number Sense Make SenseTimestamps:0:24 What to Expect0:40 Math Origin Story (I didn't think I was a Math Person)6:00 Counting is hard!7:00 Developing Number Sense Class, My math epiphany10:00 Podcast Goals, helping you on your math teacher journeyIntroduction Music Happy Calm Intro by Motion Elements